Workshops | Keynotes | Coaching
Imagine DEI, led by founder and professional facilitator Dr. Leo Taylor, offers live online and in-person diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) workshops for organizations that want to foster diverse workplace cultures that are inclusive, accessible, and psychologically safe for everyone.
Through storytelling, reflection, discussion, interactive exercises, and evidence-based frameworks, our workshops and other educational programs help participants understand diverse experiences, navigate difficult conversations, recognize hidden biases, respond to unintended harm, and develop skills for creating spaces where everyone feels respected, valued, and welcome to contribute.
DEI workshops that help people reflect, connect, and work better across difference
DEI programs that make an impact
Leo Taylor doesn't just facilitate workshops and deliver keynotes. He draws on more than 20 years of experience to craft memorable experiences that inspire new perspectives and foster empathy. Through masterful storytelling and evidence-based teaching strategies, people leave his programs not only more educated and aware, but also personally transformed.
He provides:
Customized interactive in-person and online workshops, webinars, and keynotes tailored to your unique needs
Innovative teaching and presentation techniques that keep participants engaged
Programs that integrate dynamic and memorable personal stories that inspire and captivate audiences
Individual and team coaching that sparks personal growth and organizational change
Keynote address at The Ohio State University for the 2025 Trans Day of Visibility.
Neurodiversity and Neurodivergence
Creating Inclusive Workplaces for Autistics and People with ADHD
Transgender and Nonbinary Identities
Pronouns and Gender-Inclusive Language
Inclusive Language for the Multicultural Workforce
Responding to Microaggressions
Identities and Intersectionality
Power, Oppression, and Privilege
Antiracism
Navigating Difficult Conversations
Accountability Dialogue
Implicit Bias
Disability Inclusion and Accessibility
Inclusive and Equitable Hiring Practices
DEI workshops on topics that matter
Benefits of working with Imagine DEI
Businesses and organizations that work with Imagine DEI experience:
Greater inclusion and improved sense of belonging that better supports a diverse workforce
Increased retention of the most talented employees
Mitigation of conflict and improved conflict management
Equitable policies and practices that contribute to greater job satisfaction
Attraction of top quality talent and a diverse applicant pool
Individuals who attend our workshops report:
Enhanced awareness of their own identities, privileges, and allyship opportunities
Greater understanding of people with different experiences
Increased confidence and a sense of empowerment when talking to others about difficult topics
Appreciation of the role their actions can play in creating safer spaces for people who are marginalized, espcially in the workplace
Ready to take the next step in making your workplace more inclusive and welcoming?
Dr. Leo’s Approach: Storytelling that Resonates
What sets Dr. Leo apart is his ability to combine research with personal narratives that resonate with participants from all backgrounds. Modeling vulnerability, he carefully creates a safe space for authentic dialogue and a brave space for learning. He views workshop participants not as passive recipients of knowledge, but unique cultural wealth mentors who have something valuable to contribute to the learning experience.
See what past participants say about their experiences
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"Dr. Leo is a highly skilled presenter and passionate advocate for equity and awareness. He brings complex concepts to life with clarity, empathy, and real-world applications that resonate with participants from all backgrounds. His workshop challenged participants to reflect deeply on our own perspectives while equipping us with actionable strategies to drive positive change. His ability to foster meaningful conversations and create space for open dialogue is truly impressive.”
Erica Banta, Director
Strategic Talent Management at Michigan State University -
"I attended Dr. Leo's ‘Gender Demystified' workshop in person. As a trans guy, I didn’t expect to learn much—but I’m so glad I joined. Dr. Leo has a way of framing concepts that truly demystifies them, and his workshop gave me more confidence to broach conversations about gender. His passion for equity is clear in his thoughtful, engaging perspective and the inclusive, judgment-free space he creates. Anyone who attends his workshops will come away feeling more empowered—and in these uncertain times, that’s so important."
James S., "Gender Demystified" workshop participant
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“I wasn't sure what to expect when I attended the first of several workshops with Dr. Leo. Within the first few minutes, he was incredibly disarming as he spoke of his own personal journey. The discussions knocked down some of my own walls and opened up new perspectives I hadn't considered before. Dr. Leo’s workshops are informative and easy to understand. Being given tools to look at the world through someone else's eyes is a valuable skill that we all need these days. I highly recommend Dr. Leo’s workshops—they are interesting, informative, and the time flies when you're there!”
Suzanne Ferencak, The Ohio State University
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“I felt understood, seen, and heard about what African Americans face in today’s society and I felt that Dr. Leo is an advocate for change. I wish he could present this workshop all over the world to change perspectives.”
"Who Am I? Identities and Intersectionality" workshop participant
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“This training was mandatory for everyone in my agency. It was the most informative and open workshop. Dr. Leo was amazing and explained information so everyone could understand and even empathize with. I would take it again!”
"Introduction to Pronouns and Gender-Inclusive Language" workshop participant
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“I appreciated the history of some common phrases that are biased and an awareness of accessible language for autistic and other neurodivergent people. I hadn't thought about inclusivity of language for them.”
“Inclusive Language for the Multicultural Workforce” workshop participant