This panel discusses the significance of visible LGBT+ leadership role models for organisational and social life, in particular the role of formal investing in LGBT+ Leadership training. According to a recent study, 75 % of all Italians support the acceptance of LGBT+ . It seems therefore surprising that LGBT+ Leadership talent has remained largely invisible in corporate life. How can allies and LGBT+ talent help to build inclusive workplaces to leverage talent? In view of demographic developments that display growing diversity, how can investing into LGBT+ leadership help prepare companies to meet future challenges of both society and work life?