Donald Thompson, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year(R) 2023 SE Award winner, is a globally respected and sought-after business leader with a proven track record of success in growing firms. As a CEO, speaker, investor, advisor, entrepreneur, and executive coach, Thompson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to any organization. Don is CEO & Co-founder of The Diversity Movement, a Workplace Options company. A Certified Diversity Executive(R), he is passionate about driving cultural transformation and delivering solid returns for employees and shareholders. Under his leadership, The Diversity Movement has earned numerous accolades, including Inc. Magazine's 2021 Best in Business List in DE&I Advocacy and Fast Company's 2022 "world-changing ideas." In addition, Thompson is a three-time Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies winner, named to the Forbes Next 1000 List, the Business North Carolina Power 100 List, and winner of the 2023 Independent Press Distinguished Favorite Book Award in Leadership. Thompson serves on 12 boards across various industries, including marketing, health, and finance. He is also the author of the book Underestimated: A CEO's Unlikely Path to Success and hosts the podcast "High Octane Leadership in an Empathetic World," both of which provide valuable insights for business leaders. Thompson is a featured columnist, writing about leadership and culture-centric business transformation for WRAL TechWire, the Raleigh-Durham Research Triangle's most important business publication. With his competitive learning mindset, Thompson delivers actionable insights and is the perfect partner for anyone looking to take their business to the next level. Follow him on LinkedIn for updates on news, events, and his podcast, or contact him at info@donaldthompson.com for executive coaching, speaking engagements, or DEI-related content. Working with Thompson is an opportunity to learn from one of the best and take your organization to new heights.
