Hugh
O'Keeffe

Strategy informed by reality. I serve as a bridge between policy and practice. My expertise is sharpened by lived experience—navigating the professional world as a gay man with a non-visible, progressive disability. This intersectional perspective allows me to anticipate barriers others might miss and design inclusion strategies that work in practice, not just on paper.

EXPERIENCE STRATEGY IMPACT
EXPERIENCE STRATEGY IMPACT
EXPERIENCE STRATEGY IMPACT
2023 — Present

Inclusion Lead

Onvero ↗

Managing a high-volume advisory portfolio for 400+ organisations. I translate broad equality concepts into actionable frameworks, helping organisations such as major law firms and heritage bodies navigate complex inclusion challenges.

2019 — 2022

Assistant Director

Mosaic Trust ↗

Oversaw operational strategy and safeguarding compliance. Developed models for LGBTQ+ youth engagement that prioritised safety and agency, leading teams through significant structural change.

2022

Operations Director

Tonic Housing ↗

Directed the operational launch of the UK's first LGBTQ+ retirement community. Established resident workflow systems within a startup environment, balancing agility with regulatory care.

2016 — 2019

Facilities & Ops

Uber ↗

Navigated health and safety compliance in a hyper-growth tech environment. Led UberPride internal advocacy, bridging the gap between corporate infrastructure and employee belonging.

(Advisory & Boards)
Board Chair
Disability Independent Advisory Group
(DIAG)
Advisor
DWP Disability Confident
Advisor
(Recognition)

Queer Leadership Award

Policy & Advocacy Impact

Issued By
We Create Space
2025
Policy Development+ Intersectional Strategy+ Disability Advocacy+ Stakeholder Engagement+ Systemic Change+ Policy Development+ Intersectional Strategy+ Disability Advocacy+ Stakeholder Engagement+ Systemic Change+ Policy Development+ Intersectional Strategy+ Disability Advocacy+ Stakeholder Engagement+ Systemic Change+