Ray Dempsey
A recognized thought leader in inclusive leadership and organizational strategy, Ray brings a unique breadth of experience. He has held substantial P&L accountability, oversight of $1B+ capital investments, leadership of large teams, and is an exceptional and compelling communicator. He has held c-suite roles in external affairs, corporate philanthropy, and human resources.
In the News
Barclays Introduction
Ray Dempsey, Barclays’ new Group Chief Diversity Officer, on why having ‘difficult conversations’ and a rigorous approach to data are key to fostering real diversity and inclusion – and how the murder of George Floyd in the US has compelled corporations to act.
Sustainability Magazine
As a result of implementing its ERGs, Barclays is able to target its six main agendas: multicultural, socioeconomic inclusion, gender, disability, LGBT+ and multigenerational. According to Ray Dempsey, Group Chief Diversity Officer at Barclays, the company wants to build a wider sense of community across its workforce.
Dial Global Event
Ray Dempsey moderates a conversation with leaders, to discuss how to engage business leaders in diversity and inclusion.
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2025 K-State Engineering Hall of Fame
2025 - Let us celebrate Ray Dempsey, as he’s officially inducted into the K-State Engineering Hall of Fame.
DIAL Global Index 2025
2025 - Culture at the Core: Driving Talent and Social Impact
CapTable Talks w/ Dean Forbes
2024 - As part of a Barclays Collaboration, a CapTable episode with Dean Forbes & Barclays Group Chief Diversity Officer Ray Dempsey.
Gastech Interview
2019 - Gastech Insights sat down with Ray Dempsey, Chief Diversity Officer, BP at Gastech 2019 in Houston to discuss how BP fosters diversity and inclusion and the changes needed to better nurture and retain diverse talent in the energy industry.
STEMconnector
2016 - Ray Dempsey shared his insights on advancing STEM education and inclusive leadership during his tenure at BP. This STEM Connector interview and montage highlights his vision for empowering diverse talent to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.
NACME Executive Sponsor Speaker Series
2016 - University of Michigan hosted its first NACME simulcast of a NACME Sponsored Executive Speaker event. Ray Dempsey, Jr., Vice President and Head of External Affairs, BP America; President, BP Foundation; Board Director and Vice Chairman, NACME, Inc.; and NACME Scholar, was invited to share his story and and wisdom with the next generation of STEM Leaders.