Michael Stuber: From Diversity Pioneer to DE&I Engineer

Described as “Germany’s diversity pioneer” (ManagerMagazin), Michael Stuber is known for his evidence-based, internationally experienced and critically reflective D&I approaches—beyond mainstream ‘good’ practice. Combining deep expertise with systemic thinking, he designs diversity strategies that are differentiated, holistic and therefore effective.

The consultant

Michael advises organisations strategically—from business model integration to concrete change processes. His approach links analytical rigour with operational pragmatism—from board-level consulting to HR and the shopfloor. (a comprehensive dossier about him)

Inspiration through critical thinking – this summarises the sometimes unconventional approach of ‘Germany’s diversity pioneer’ (ManagerMagazin 2018).

The speaker & Moderator

Whether on stage, in panels or with large groups, Michael delivers inspiring insights, bold messaging and sharp analysis. He challenges convention and drives development—and has done so at over 150 events worldwide. (reports from some of these events)

The researcher & Author

As one of Europe’s leading D&I thought leaders, Michael has developed key frameworks such as the Propelling Performance Principle, a unique bias model and approaches to strategic D&I implementation. With 20+ studies, five books and over 100 media features, he shapes the D&I discourse in a substantial way. (these are some of his publications)

ENGINEERING D&I.

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Consistently framing Diversity & Inclusion in our business context has enabled us at RATIONAL to adopt a broad, holistic approach to the topic. This is creating a new kind of awareness and pronounced openness across all levels to actively engage in further cultural change. Michael Stuber facilitates this process with his critical view, strategic vision and with a convenient style all of which helps us to progress significantly. It is also a real pleasure working with him.

Siemens Healthineers | Bernd Zimmermann, Global Head of OD, 09/2020

Michael Stuber is one of the few consultants who approaches D&I from a holistic organisational development perspective and can advise and accompany an international corporation. His broad experience and organisational diagnostic competence help us to identify what is really important or effective. His participative, strategic and future-focused style quickly creates constructive conversations in the organisation and nurtures fast and sustainable change. I have always greatly appreciated working with him as he brings smart thinking, profound experience and a soul to his projects.

Generali Schweiz | Jean-Pierre Schmid, CHRO, 11/2018

Michael Stuber very competently and professionally accompanied our Diversity & Inclusion strategy development. In the workshop with our executive team, he succeeded in showing us the added value of Diversity & Inclusion and how to embed it in our corporate strategy. The collaboration was very enriching, effective and constructive and we benefited enormously from his many years of experience and expertise.

Page Group | Goran Barić, Managing Director Germany, 12/2018

Michael Stuber's D&I Workshop for our Management Team provided a deepened understanding of the scope and relevance of D&I beyond personal perception. With impressive inspiration and an adequate piece of humour, he facilitated a constructive dialogue to shape our approach to further integrate and leverage D&I in our company so that it contributes to the business. Specific insights in Unconscious Biases and pragmatic mitigation enable us to continue to be a corporate role model for D&I.

T-Systems | Claudia Knies-May, Corporate Diversity Management, 12/2005

Thanks to the contribution of Michael Stuber, the kick-off of our Diversity council with senior managers was a total success.

Credit Suisse | Eva Ingold, Head Diversity and Inclusion, Oktober 2007

Nobody in Europe is more profoundly acquainted with Diversity as Michael Stuber. He creatively co-designed the ‘Diversity & Inclusion Switzerland’ conference and his facilitation was both energetic and empathetic.

RWE | Alison Chappell, Chief Diversity Officer, 2008

European Diversity brought many important strengths to our programme of Diversity focus groups and workshops. Particularly important to us were their depth of experience in the German market; their ability to offer seamless service across Germany, the UK and Central Europe; the thought leadership offered by Michael Stuber as programme leader, and the fact that all aspects of the programme were closely managed by Michael himself, ensuring quality and consistency.

Johnson & Johnson | Mieke Smet, Director Global Talent Management, 2008

In Johnson&Johnson we worked together with Michael Stuber to set up a European Diversity Strategy Meeting. Michael is the kind of consultant who knows exactly how to deal with balancing external input and internal visibility and ownership. He supports you when you have a leading role, he understands very clearly how to help, how to move forward without putting himself in the spotlight. He understands the dynamics of the business and is very sensitive to all kind of different people to work with. To be very clear: he himself behaves in a very inclusive way.

Stryker | Alysoun Sturt-Scobie, HR-Manager EMEA, 2009

Michael Stuber is always proactive and supportive. He drives through initiatives and delivers material and ideas within agreed timelines. He also shows a careful and respectful understanding/ need to work within corporate budget constraints. He is consistent in the way that he demonstrates commitment to a project and offers sound objective advice in order for companies to understand how to win over the key stakeholders.

Bosch Engineering | Juanita Jordan, Head of HR, 2010

Mr. Stuber supported us very well with his extensive experience in Diversity. His "Propelling Principle" helps us to move the topic of Diversity forward within our organization. We thank European Diversity Research & Consulting for the good cooperation.

HP | Eva Faenger, Diversity Manager HP Germany, 06/2010

Michael Stuber is often referred to as the “Diversity Guru”. I definitely agree with regard to his profound diversity expertise and knowledge, huge network and ample experiences in implementing diversity concepts in global companies. He is very pragmatic, focused and straight-forward in his consulting. His concept of the Propelling Potential Principle is very effective as it combines a clear sense of what is needed to make progress and to create change.

Bayer HealthCare | Corinna Dawkins, Vice President HR, 01/2011

With Michael Stuber as the leading figure in this consulting company you can count on 15+ years of competence and insights in the D&I endeavours of the industry, helping you to set direction in your own organization.

Schweizerische Post | Thomas Meier, Head of Organisation Development, 03/2011

Swiss Post faced an organizational development process by realigning the Diversity Management approach. The main task was to evolve our hitherto pursued focuses on Gender and Communication into an integrated and holistic concept. Who could support us effectively with the necessary know-how but also with an instinct to win people? Michael Stuber makes the difference. With his background, his foresight and his empathy, we managed to position Diversity Management as a business relevant topic.

Vodafone | Elke Kopp, Diversity Manager, 03/2011

Due to the professional support of Michael Stuber our 'Gender-Diversity-Day' was a great success.

Evangelisches Diakoniewerk Gallneukirchen | Christa Schrauf, Rector, 2011

Mr Stuber is a Diversity Expert who knows how to convey his great expertise in this field in a methodically and didactically manner, so that the participants of a meeting will have a higher awareness of the topic and will thereby be prepared to face current and future challenges in the field of Diversity.

Merck Group | Jennifer O’Lear, Chief Diversity Officer, 01/2012

European Diversity provided us with extremely valuable input and expertise as we are consolidating our various D&I programmes into a new global diversity strategy. Their years of experience with other leading companies as well as their international perspective and thorough understanding of relevant models allowed us to develop a solid business-driven approach and build robust stakeholder buy-in.

Commerzbank | Uwe Tschäge, Dpty President of the Supervisory Board, 2013

We have known Michael Stuber as an knowledgable and engaged Diversity expert for years. Due to his experience and personality also had the pleasure to have him as a moderated of very hetereogeneous panels - with great success.

Bayer MaterialScience | Maud Wiedemann & Dr. Christine Mendoza-Frohn, Tandem lead of the global Diversity & Inclusion Initiative, 2012-2013

We highly appreciate Michael Stuber being an integral member of our Diversity & Inclusion core team at Bayer MaterialScience. From the beginning of our cooperation, he has been listening to the status achieved so far and contributed with his broad experience and as a knowledgeable subject matter expert. He supports our initiative with high customer-orientation and flexibility according to specific ad-hoc as well as long-term needs. The fruitful cooperation is not only related to the field of Diversity & Inclusion itself but embraces as well change management for sustainable achievements.

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