Invisible Differences: Navigating the Last Mile to Belonging
A hilarious theatrical keynote about invisible disability and workplace belonging that’s also sensitive, human, and informative? Yes! It’s true. Jason and Kristin have done it masterfully.
Join top workplace belonging experts Jason Reid and Kristin Light for an engaging, insightful, and humorous keynote that celebrates differences in the workplace while candidly addressing the ongoing challenges organizations face in building a true culture of Belonging.
In the past five years, organizations have made significant strides in embracing a wide range of differences. However, full employee engagement only comes when people feel their unique needs are understood.
Now, Jason Reid and Kristin Light invite you to explore the final frontier of belonging through the lens of invisible disabilities, including chronic illness, mental health, and neurodivergence. With humor and insight, they take audiences on an engaging journey to understand the challenges and opportunities in truly creating a culture of belonging.
Through a series of cleverly insightful and hilarious scenes, Jason and Kristin celebrate the progress we’ve made in our workplace inclusion journey. At the same time, they shine a light on the persistent obstacles to true belonging, with emphasis on:
- The hiring process
- Workplace promotions and leadership culture
- Communications and relationships
With a perfect balance of humor, entertainment, and meaningful insight, Invisible Differences is the ideal keynote to unite audiences in recognizing our shared humanity—embracing our differences, vulnerabilities, and imperfections.
It resonated on a deep level. This eye-opening keynote has made me really reflect
on my leadership style.”
L. Crawford
Canadian Council of
Ministers of the Environment
Jason and Kristin are no strangers to workplace inclusion, or the world of show business:
Jason Reid, Invisible disability expert, former screenwriter and TV producer
For the past twelve years, Jason Reid has been speaking to audiences worldwide about how to embrace invisible disabilities in the workplace. A former screenwriter, comedy writer and television news manager, Jason brings a unique perspective shaped by his own experience with two invisible illnesses. This personal journey has deeply influenced his approach to leadership—emphasizing employee trust, fostering belonging, and creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
Kristin Light, Diversity and inclusion expert, former showgirl and vintage dancer
Kristin Light, a former showgirl, vintage dancer, published author, and award-winning speaker, has led a vibrant career that spans both the boardroom and the ballroom. Currently, she is leading initiatives on workplace neuroinclusion and mental health for a global consortium of transportation and engineering companies. Her eclectic background informs her passion for creating inclusive spaces that prioritize both professional success and personal well-being.
“Incredible performance! Skits were an awesome way to handle sensitive subjects quickly and effectively. Great job!”
K. McKinley
CALA.ca
“What a different way to present important and complex information. So easy and enjoyable for the audience.”
S. Quraishi
AIA Canada
Ten Reasons to Book Reid & Light
Original and Entertaining: Put some spice into your event. This theatrical keynote will surprise and delight your audience.
Insightful – It’s a program guaranteed to make people reflect on inclusion.
Remarkable: It’s a keynote attendees will talk about both at the event and on social media, ensuring visibility and signups for your next event.
Actors who are experts: Kristin and Jason are well known and respected inclusion experts, as well as having previous backgrounds in showbiz.
Easy to work with: Jason and Kristin are NOT Prima Donnas. They respond to messages quickly, communicate clearly, and will help you make your entire event a success.
Funny: Yes humour and learning about diversity can go together. Changes in world-view are easier to achieve during an entertaining comedy.
Ideal: for an opening keynote, closing keynote or lunch.
Sensitive and inclusive: As former managers, as well as people with invisible disabilities, Jason and Kristin bring empathy to their characters.
Actionable takeaways: Set in a typical organization, the keynote illustrates several actionable ways we can improve on inclusion efforts.
Cost effective: Give your attendees a comedic “play” at the same cost as a typical keynote speaker. Kristin and Jason are also expert MCs and can do additional break-out sessions.
