Mabinty Esho

Mabinty Esho FCIPD is a senior People and Culture leader, moving into the role of Talent, Equity & Voice Lead at The Crown Estate, having previously served as Head of Culture and Inclusion at Comic Relief. With cross-sector experience across charity, public and education settings, she is known for creating workplaces where fairness, transparency and belonging are treated as foundations rather than optional extras. At Comic Relief, she led a three-year DEIB strategy, co-authored a Cultural Charter and introduced an anti-racism leadership programme, contributing to improved cultural assessment scores and sector recognition. Originally from Sierra Leone, her lived experience informs her leadership, speaking and mentoring. She also serves as a Non-Executive Director at Cruse Bereavement Support and as a school governor, championing inclusive governance and wellbeing.