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Bespoke Consults

Keep It Simple. Be Untwisted

The word ‘bespoke‘ has evolved from a verb meaning ‘to speak for something’, to its contemporary usage as an adjective to describe anything commissioned to a particular specification.

In sync with its namesake, Bespoke Consults was founded to provide customised facilitation services aimed at empowering individuals, teams, and organisations to unlock their full potential, facilitating growth, innovation, and impactful outcomes.

Our key operating purpose is to create a psychologically safe environment through effectively facilitated discussions, dialogues, and trainings.

For over two decades, we have been on a transformative journey, honing our expertise and seeking to bring together our deep-rooted love for learning, facilitation, and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion).

We believe in staying true to our passions and embracing what comes naturally to us.

We provide niche services of value to organisations and businesses in the areas of Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Community Development, CSR, and Learning.

Our Key Offerings

DEI Workshops and Talks

Leadership Coaching

DEI Speakers and Corporate Consulting

Training and facilitation for new and seasoned managers

Leadership for Diversity Groups

Our Vision

Keep It Simple. Be Untwisted

Stay true to our passions and embrace what comes naturally to us; hone our expertise; and bring together our deep-rooted love for facilitation, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), learning, and sharing.

We are dedicated and committed to driving positive change and creating inclusive spaces

With our extensive knowledge and experience, we help organisations foster diverse and equitable cultures, navigate complexities, and cultivate a strong sense of belonging

Our commitment to facilitate learning and discussion to create engaging and interactive environments that foster open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and meaningful connections.

With customised strategies and practical insights, support our clients in building inclusive environments where every voice is heard and valued

Empower individuals, teams, and organisations to unlock their full potential and facilitate growth, innovation, and impactful outcomes.

Under the Hood

Jim Tharakan, Founder, Bespoke Consults

Jim Tharakan is an experienced Human Resources professional with a remarkable 20-year career in regional and country-level leadership roles. He is a cisgender heterosexual male who has made significant contributions to the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by leading the LGBTQ pillar in a Danish Life Sciences multinational corporation for 2.5 years.

He is an Inclusion coach, and his approach to creating inclusive workplaces revolves around the education of human sexuality at various levels within organisations, including leadership, managers, and employees. He has fearlessly addressed a topic that is often considered taboo and feared in the workplace, working diligently to break down barriers and promote understanding.

Jim facilitated closed-group education sessions that sensitised over 400 employees on sexual orientation, contributing to a more inclusive and accepting work environment.

He has been championing disabilities and the REN pillars as well. Recently, he has been diagnosed with partial and severe hearing impairments.

He has had a wide range of corporate engagement experiences over the last 20 years, including at Adobe, Siam Computing, DSM, and FMC Corporation.

Social sector engagements have been with Manzil Mystics, Deer Park Institute, Sehmat, Nirvair, and Udaan.

Founded Taboodana, a facilitation initiative using Storytelling and reflections on uncomfortable topics.

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