Jana Tikalová is a dynamic and thought-provoking speaker and trainer specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leadership. With a career spanning over 23 years, she began her journey at the Council of Europe as a human rights trainer, where she developed a deep commitment to advocating for marginalized communities. Jana is a founder of OPIM, a pioneering organization dedicated to advancing DEI through education, networking, and consulting since 2001. Today the organization is the trendsetter in the field of DEI in the Czech Republic. With 23 years of experience in DEI and human rights, she has established herself as a leading expert in the field. She is a well recognized consultant, trainer and speaker in the Czech Republic. Her experience is extensive, having worked with various minority groups and held leadership and HR positions in the corporate sector. Jana’s entrepreneurial spirit is matched by her resilience and persistence in driving long-term DEI changes. She passionately believes in the power of steadfast commitment to DEI, understanding that meaningful progress requires patience and perseverance. Jana tirelessly works to see the impact of her efforts, aiming for significant changes in DEI, if not for her generation, then for the generation of her daughter.