A Legacy of Leadership and Inclusion

Over the course of more than three decades, Ray Dempsey has built a reputation as a trusted executive leader, strategic advisor, and champion for inclusion. His career spans Fortune 100 / FTSE 100 leadership, global strategy and delivery, and board governance — uniting purpose with performance at every level of business.

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.

Dempsey has a proven track record of navigating complex challenges and delivering results, especially in times of crisis. Ray was called on by BP to represent the company during one of the most challenging corporate crises in history – the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010. He was featured in national media, and successfully testified before the US Congress on three occasions.

  • Cover magazine featuring Ray Dempsey Jr., dressed in a dark suit, sitting on wooden stairs, smiling, with headlines about diversity, inclusion, neurodivergent teams, gender pay equity, and workplace inclusion.
  • Ray Dempsey, Founder & Principal, speaking at a Gastech event.
  • Ray Dempsey speaking at a podium with a sign that reads 'USHCCF' at a conference or event.
  • Ray Dempsey speaking at a podium with a microphone, with a projected presentation in the background.
  • Ray Dempsey, Founder & Principal Speaking Engagement
  • Magazine cover with Ray Dempsey. The text reads "Moving the Dial" and mentions diversity and inclusion topics.
  • Ray Dempsey speaking at a podium with YPE logo, in front of a presentation screen.
  • Ray Dempsey, Founder & Principal

Recognition

Ray’s leadership and influence have been recognized across the corporate and nonprofit sectors.

  • Kansas State University College of Engineering Hall of Fame (video shown)

  • Savoy Magazine "Most Influential Blacks in corporate America | Every year published from 2016 - 2022 (read more)

  • Moving the DIAL Magazine Cover (2023) (see more)

  • Inclusion Magazine Cover (2022) (see more)

Ray Dempsey, Founder & Principal

Board & Leadership Affiliations

Ray is a member of the Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the preeminent organization dedicated to advancing global Black executives.

He serves as Vice Chair and a Member of the Board of Directors for the Kansas State University Foundation, and is a Trustee & Member of the Executive Committee for Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C.

Ray also serves as a Special Advisor for DIAL Global, a UK-based consultancy driving commercial performance and social impact through inclusive leadership and equitable, innovative cultures.

Ray has previously served on the boards of a number of national non-profit organizations, including the National Urban League, the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering (NACME), the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the National Minority Supplier Development Council, and the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute.

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