Meet Annika Allen Gray at All3Media.
And save the planet.
Annika Allen Gray, Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at All3Media, Co-Founder of Join Our Table, and Co-Founder of Black Leaders in TV.
Annika Allen Gray is a trailblazer in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) with a proven track record of driving meaningful change across finance, creative, and media industries.
As Head of DE&I at All3Media, a global production powerhouse with 40+ production companies, Annika creates and implements strategic initiatives that foster inclusive cultures, establish equitable frameworks, and empower underrepresented talent.
With roots in television and journalism, Annika built her expertise through roles at Cactus TV, TalkbackThames, Maverick, and RDF Television. Her enduring commitment to amplifying unheard voices and untold stories has defined her career.
Before joining All3Media, Annika made significant contributions to global DE&I at Barclays; crafting and managing Barclays' inaugural Diversity & Inclusion Annual Report and spearheaded the creation of the widely embraced Power of Allies Toolkit, an internal resource that nurtures a sense of belonging among colleagues.
Recognising the importance of difficult conversations for workplace success, Annika also designed Courageous Conversations, a global monthly webcast and podcast series that empowers colleagues to listen, learn, speak up, and challenge constructively.
Beyond corporate achievements, Annika's entrepreneurial vision has launched groundbreaking platforms including co-founding The Black Magic Awards, an annual ceremony celebrating trailblazers from the Black community, and Black Leaders in TV, a platform dedicated to fostering connection, collaboration, and career advancement within the TV industry.
Annika is also the co-founder of Join Our Table; a groundbreaking initiative established by eight influential Black British women to celebrate and champion Black women in the UK advertising and media industries.
Join Our Table acts as a vibrant hub and resource for allies and partners, amplifying the achievements of Black women, enhancing their visibility, and creating pathways for greater access to opportunities.
A compelling speaker and thought leader, Annika regularly shares insights at global conferences and industry events.
Annika collaborative approach and ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups, from C-suite executives to creatives, celebrities, and influencers, has earned her recognition as one of the most inspirational Black British women by The Metro.
Annika's mission remains unwavering: creating pathways for professionals from underrepresented communities to thrive, transforming equitable access to opportunities.
The Pitch Fanzine is collaborating with Annika Allen Gray on the Pitch Futures Knowledge-sharing Creative Class with secondary school Pitch Futures students; final years (age 16) and sixth form (age 18) in June, in Hackney, London.
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