Roots Inspire
Blue Ocean Cohort
Leadership Tailored for Ethnocultural Professionals
Blue Ocean has partnered with Roots Inspire, a leadership platform committed to increasing ethnocultural diversity in corporate leadership. Together, we have created an exclusive Blue Ocean Cohort - offering enhanced and discounted access in Roots Inspire's flagship leadership programme.
A Six-Month Transformative Journey
During a six-month programme, you will receive mentorship from ethnic corporate leaders, gain tailored career guidance from experts and obtain access to a powerful network.
Receive 1-on-1 career coaching from ethnocultural corporate leaders that have been in your shoes.
Connect and get support from a professional network of like-minded professionals
Get fully equipped with the skills and training you need to lead in corporate.
Gain access to exclusive events with ethnocultural C-Suite executives and senior leaders across industries.

Roots Inspire Annual Members Event hosted at Innside by Meliá Hotels International in Amsterdam

Roots Inspire Annual Members Event hosted at Innside by Meliá Hotels International in Amsterdam

Networking event with senior leaders in financial services held at Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam by WestCord

Roots Inspire Annual Members Event hosted at Innside by Meliá Hotels International in Amsterdam
Next Steps
If you self-identify as ethnocultural with roots different from the corporate majority, have a proven track record in the corporate world and aspire to senior leadership positions, then:
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Submit your application before Tuesday 15 July 2025
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Attend the virtual info session with Sergio Panday (CEO of Roots Inspire)
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Get guidance on enrolment and join the Blue Ocean Cohort