Reverse mentoring: How to build inclusive teams and transform your leadership

About the guest
Patrice Gordon is a multi-award-winning professional renowned for her leadership expertise, honed through senior roles at British Airways, Royal Mail, and Virgin Atlantic. Transitioning from Commercial Finance to Commercial Partnerships, she successfully led the largest transatlantic airline joint venture.

Driven by a deep curiosity about psychology and human behaviour, Patrice became an executive coach to empower individuals and organisations. Recognising the central role people play in organisational success, she founded her consultancy, Eminere, offering Executive Coaching, Group Coaching, and innovative Reverse Mentoring programmes designed to remove barriers and foster belonging in the workplace.

Patrice is also a published author, with her book, "Reverse Mentoring: Removing Barriers and Building Belonging in the Workplace," released in November 2022 by Hachette (US) and Little Brown Book (UK), further cementing her position as a leading voice in organisational development and inclusivity.

This episode covers

• How reverse mentoring can break down generational barriers and enhance innovation within businesses.
• The surprising impact of psychological safety on workplace dynamics and team effectiveness.
• Why traditional leadership styles may hold back organisational growth—and how to evolve them.
• Real-life insights from Patrice’s experience managing high-profile commercial partnerships at top airlines.
• Practical strategies leaders can use to genuinely promote diversity, belonging, and inclusion.

Links
Website: Patrice Gordon
Social media: Instagram, LinkedIn