Shane Windmeyer, a nationally respected DEI strategist and author, has spent decades helping institutions rethink how they can lead and build lasting cultures.

Windmeyer teaches leaders that inclusion isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about leading with empathy not ego, and creating the conditions where every team member can bring their best thinking, experiences, and energy to the table.

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With over three decades dedicated to advancing LGBTQ+ rights on college campuses, Shane has personally reached hundreds of thousands of students, faculty, and staff, having delivered impactful keynotes and training sessions at over 1,100 institutions. His expertise in creating safer, more inclusive educational environments has transformed the landscape of higher education, making him a leading authority on DEI training and consulting strategies within academia.

Shane stands as one of the most respected and influential voices in higher education for LGBTQ+ advocacy. Shane works closely with college administrators to improve LGBTQ+ campus climates. He provides strategic DEI planning and consulting, supporting institutions in developing policies and programs that prioritize inclusivity, safety, and acceptance for all students.

Shane's impact extends across the country as he continues to speak and train at institutions nationwide - whether it be Safe Space on Campus, DEI topics, campus safety, bias prevention or LGBTQ+ history. His dedication, influence, and proven leadership have solidified Shane as a pioneering trailblazer in the movement for LGBTQ+ equality and inclusion within higher education.

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