Frances Trought is the founder of Everything D&I (EDI), creators of opportunities for diverse talent with a focus on race, gender and social mobility. Talent is everywhere and EDI aims to ensure opportunity is too. Frances works with industry leaders, including Accenture, Microsoft and Rolls-Royce, to develop innovative initiatives to create a sense of belonging and awareness of career opportunities. Frances is the author of Brilliant Employability Skills and provides a blend of coaching and mentoring to support others on their journey to career success.
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