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David Gifford-Robinson is part of the Diversity & Inclusion team for a global telecommunications company where he manages external partnerships for North America. In his current role, he manages strategic direction and execution for their North American D&I partnerships and provides support for their Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
As a prior Co-Chair for their Pride ERG, he was responsible for leading efforts to build culture through strategic programming and policy implementation that supported the attraction and retention of talent from the LGBTQ and Allies community.
David has over 12 years experience implementing and managing global supplier diversity programs. He has managed Marketing and Business Development projects for a national non-profit and has had an extensive career in the Restaurant & Hospitality industry. He brings experience across multiple sourcing disciplines including leading sourcing and compliance teams, developing a leading supplier diversity program and sourcing products and services for a multi-brand global organization.
Gifford-Robinson holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Texas and served on the active and advisory Boards for Black Tie Dinner, the largest LGBTQ Dinner of its kind in the US. He resides in Dallas with his husband Ryan, their four-legged rescue canine kiddos Logan, King, and Mugsy and a flock of finches.
Certifications & Education
- Diversity Crew Institute – DEI Certification
- BA, Psychology, University of Texas, Dallas
Focus Areas
- Storytelling
- LGBTQ+ Allies
- Supplier Diversity
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Board Service and Community Engagement
Most Requested Presentations
- LGBTQ+ What’s in a Name?
- Supplier Diversity
- Employee Resource Groups
- Board Service and Community Engagement
Awards & Recognition
- Corporate Advocate of the Year, Women’s Business Council Southwest
- Corporate Volunteer of the Year, Women’s Business Council Southwest
