Ripa Rashid reflects on her 25+ year career trajectory and leadership journey across 3 continents. She provides an insightful examination of basic concepts and core principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), an area in which she is a published author and has been a corporate leader at global blue-chip companies Ripa discusses her formative experiences with inclusion within the INSEAD community, and shares guidance for MBA students on building core competencies for becoming more successful global leaders through inclusion. Ripa offers compelling perspectives on evidence-based DEI strategies and practices that lie at the heart of effective leadership, and that spur innovation and improved business outcomes for all.