CHRIS GLASS

I make choices everyday to #elevatetheordinary

As the Global Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Soho House & Co, I lead strategy and execution of DEI initiatives across the company’s +40 Houses and +100K members. I leverage my relationships, marketing and community-building skills, and instinct to promote a culture of belonging and empowerment for our diverse and creative workforce and membership.

I have over 15 years of experience in creating impactful and innovative experiences and platforms for people from different backgrounds, identities, and interests both as an employee and entrepreneur. Within Soho House I run the Inclusivity Board, a group of +40 DEI thought leaders from across the globe who support the business in delivering on our DEI commitments as well as pushing us to innovate in our sector. I am co-founder of Retreating While Black, a social enterprise that creates retreats for Black professionals and entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and grow. I am also a founder of aptm GmbH, the living gallery, shoppable apartment and event space in Berlin that showcases curated products and services from local and global brands.

As a gay man and Black executive, I am intentional about progressing others and equipping future generations with opportunities that were not readily available to me.

I am passionate about the intersection of art, culture, and social change, #transformation #impact #people and peanut butter cookies.