Luke Whitehead
About Luke Whitehead
Luke Whitehead serves as a Diversity and Inclusion Business Partner at Brown-Forman and is the Founder and CEO of Mixed Nation, a multicultural merchandise company. He leads diversity initiatives across the United States and Canada and provides workshops aimed at promoting inclusion and equality.
Work at Brown-Forman
Luke Whitehead serves as the Diversity and Inclusion Business Partner at Brown-Forman, a role he has held since 2019. He leads diversity and inclusion initiatives across the United States and Canada. His responsibilities include developing strategies to foster an inclusive workplace culture and implementing programs that promote diversity within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Luke Whitehead studied Communication at the University of Louisville, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education by obtaining a Diversity and Inclusion Professionals Certificate from Cornell University, completing the program from 2018 to 2019. This educational background supports his expertise in diversity and inclusion practices.
Background
Luke Whitehead's educational journey began at St. Ignatius College Preparatory, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. He also attended Oak Hill Academy for a year in 1999 to 2000. His diverse educational experiences have contributed to his understanding of communication and inclusivity.
Achievements
Luke Whitehead is the founder and CEO of Mixed Nation, which he established in 2010. Mixed Nation is recognized as the #1 multicultural movement globally. Through this organization, he creates content and sells multicultural merchandise. Additionally, he leads the Mixed Nation Foundation, which focuses on celebrating diversity and advocating for equality.
Diversity and Inclusion Workshops
Through Mixed Nation, Luke Whitehead provides diversity and inclusion workshops for various organizations, groups, and schools. These workshops aim to educate participants on the importance of diversity and foster inclusive environments in different settings.