Thais is such an engaging and passionate advocate for Inclusion and Diversity, a true interculturalist. Thais works closely with clients and stakeholders to best understand their needs, pain points and opportunities and translate this into tangible and measurable actions. One project Thais created and led was a series of Inclusion in Action webinars for leaders. The webinars were very well received, Thais was able to build relevant content, deliver in a very engaging way and encourage leaders to be accountable, take action and to lean in to build an inclusive culture.
Sara, Kettlewell Consulting
Thais Compoint – Seasoned TEDx Speaker & Author of ‘Succeed As An Inclusive Leader’
Thais Compoint is an award-winning author, international speaker, and consultant, widely recognised for transforming workplaces through inclusive leadership. As Founder and CEO of Déclic International, she has partnered with global giants including Barclays, Allianz, and Cisco to embed strategies that boost innovation, employee engagement, and business results. A seasoned TEDx speaker with three acclaimed talks, Thais is celebrated for making diversity and inclusion both inspiring and actionable. Recipient of 16 global awards, including the 2020 Top Global Diversity & Inclusion Leaders Award, she continues to shape the future of leadership on the global stage.
Credentials and Impact
Thais’ career spans over two decades, beginning as a consultant for UNESCO, where she worked on human rights projects. She then advanced to senior roles at Vigeo, focusing on responsible investment and workplace diversity, establishing her expertise in linking business practices with social responsibility.
Her reputation for transformative impact grew as she was tasked with shaping the inclusion strategies of major multinationals such as Vinci, Coca-Cola Enterprises, and Swedbank. These roles solidified her position as a trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies, known for delivering measurable improvements in corporate culture and employee engagement.
In 2016, Thais founded Déclic International, where she continues to serve as CEO. Through the firm, she designs and delivers inclusion strategies, training, and consulting for leading organisations across industries. Under her leadership, Déclic International has become synonymous with future-proofed approaches to inclusive leadership and organisational success.
Today, Thais is also an active contributor on boards and advisory panels that shape global conversations around diversity and responsible business. Fluent in seven languages, she brings a unique international perspective to every engagement. Her pioneering contributions have earned her 16 global awards, including the prestigious 2020 Top Global Diversity & Inclusion Leaders Award.
Publications and Media
Thais is the author of ‘Succeed as an Inclusive Leader’, a practical guide for leaders committed to driving impact through diversity and inclusion. She regularly contributes articles on leadership, culture, and responsibility to international publications, and her insights have been featured by leading media outlets worldwide. Thais also hosts a podcast and YouTube series on inclusive leadership and founded the Inclusive Leadership Global Conference.
Why Book Thais?
Why book Thais Compoint? Because she is more than a keynote speaker, she is a catalyst for lasting change. She has delivered three acclaimed TEDx talks: ‘Inclusive Leadership’, which explored the power of leaders to unlock human potential; ‘Order from Chaos’, which highlighted strategies for navigating uncertainty; and her most recent talk on how diversity fuels innovation. Each presentation demonstrates her ability to inspire with compelling stories while equipping leaders with practical strategies they can immediately apply.
With over 20 years of international experience, Thais has guided leading organisations in transforming their cultures and building workplaces where diversity thrives. Fluent in seven languages, she engages audiences worldwide with clarity, authenticity, and passion. Recognised with 16 global awards for her pioneering contributions, she ranks among the foremost thought leaders in diversity and inclusion.
Booking Thais means bringing world-class expertise, proven strategies, and future-ready leadership to your event.
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