Driving Lasting DEI Change in Tech

Many companies want to improve DEI, but few know how to make it lasting and measurable. Diverse Leaders in Tech (DLiT) provides the data, strategies, and peer support to help tech organizations take action—and drive real impact.

DEI is a business enabler
DEI is a business enabler

Our Story

Diverse Leaders in Tech (DLiT) started as an initiative under Techleap, backed by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy. Now, as an independent social impact venture, we are scaling DEI across the European tech industry.

With data-driven insights, peer learning, and expert-led strategies, we empower organizations to move beyond intent and make DEI an integral part of their business. Led by Ingrid Tappin (CEO), with continued support from Gillian Tans, Booking.com and Techleap as Founding Partners, DLiT is shaping the future of inclusive leadership in tech.

Our Mission

We envision a tech industry where diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just goals, but the foudnation of innovation and leadership.

Measuring Progress

Benchmarking DEI effort and providing clear step forward.

Building Community

Connecting DEI leaders, HR professionals and decision-makers.

Driving Change

Supporting companies with tailored strategies and action plans.

Our Community

Right now, a thriving community of startups and scale-ups is already driving change with DLiT. Companies like Google, Remote, Mews, and Gorilla are committed to making DEI a business priority—shaping a more inclusive and innovative tech industry.

DEI is a business enabler
Founding Partners

Diverse Leaders in Tech

We equip and empower European tech companies to set the standard for DEI Excellence - at scale.

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Location: Amsterdam, NL

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