Attitude 101 2026: Here are the 10 influential figures who made our ‘Financial & Legal’ list

This year’s rising stars of Attitude 101, empowered by Bentley are showcasing the next generation of LGBTQ+ talent making waves.

The selection spans 10 sectors: Business; Fashion, Art & Design; Financial & Legal; Film, TV, and Music; Media & Broadcast; STEM; Sport; The Future (Under 25), supported by Clifford Chance; Third Sector & Community; and Travel, supported by Booking.com.

Below are the 10 young LGBTQ+ changemakers who are already reshaping their industries, who we’ve honoured on this year’s ‘Financial & Legal’ list.

Category leader: Danny Kittinun Daramadhaj

As president of the Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand, Kittinan Daramadhaj has become the legal architect of a revolution. A prominent lawyer, he has been a key figure in Thailand’s marriage-equality movement. By bridging the gap between grassroots activism and high-level policy, Daramadhaj has helped secure a legal future for millions, cementing his status as one of Southeast Asia’s most consequential human-rights defenders.

Olivia Campbell-Cavendish

A true pioneer, Campbell-Cavendish made history as Britain’s first Black trans lawyer. Recognising the systemic hurdles faced by her community, she founded the Trans Legal Clinic to provide advocacy and free legal support. Specialising in family and human-rights law, she challenges the legal system to better protect those living at the margins of society. She also leads the UK’s first trans-led strategic litigation team, recently helping to launch a landmark European Court of Human Rights challenge to ensure trans voices are never excluded from the legal decisions that define their lives.

Karim Chedid

As a City powerhouse with over 15 years of experience, Chedid leads investment strategy for iShares EMEA at BlackRock. He is responsible for crafting the investment narrative and navigating global market shifts for the world’s largest asset manager, frequently providing analysis on Bloomberg and CNBC. Beyond his market insights, Chedid is a fierce advocate for intersectional representation, serving as a senior leader within BlackRock’s OUT & Allied Network. By bridging the gap between high-level portfolio strategy and grassroots advocacy, he demonstrates that unapologetic queer leadership is a strategic asset.

Adam Clisby

In his role at American Express, Clisby sits at the heart of global corporate strategy,  navigating the complexities of a Fortune 500 giant while coordinating high-stakes initiatives across the company’s multi-billion-dollar operations. Clisby has been a transformative force within the Amex Pride Network, championing policies that foster authentic inclusion across the firm’s international offices. He is a testament to the power of modern leadership, proving that managing global scale and driving institutional social change are inseparable goals.

Lewis Crompton

Crompton is redefining the face of wealth for the TikTok generation. As a financial educator and founder of STARTrading, he has built a massive platform dedicated to demystifying Forex and personal investment for beginners in trading. By breaking down “gatekept” financial jargon, Crompton empowers the LGBTQ+ community to achieve genuine financial independence. He is a modern influencer with a vital mission, proving that financial literacy is a powerful tool for queer liberation and long-term security. 

Robyn Grew

In 2023, Grew shattered the ultimate glass ceiling in finance by becoming the first female CEO of Man Group, the world’s largest publicly traded hedge fund. Managing more than $200 billion in assets, Grew is a titan of global trading whose influence dictates market liquidity and investment innovation. As an out lesbian and qualified barrister, she has become a global voice for “cultural diversity”, famously arguing that the financial sector loses its competitive edge when professionals feel forced to “edit” their identities. Her leadership is rewriting the blueprint for executive excellence in the 21st century.

Stephen Lue

Specialising in family and international child law, Lue often handles high-stakes cases involving domestic abuse, child protection and cross-border disputes. His practice is defined by a deep-seated commitment to human rights, frequently representing the most vulnerable individuals against the machinery of the state. As a gay man of South Asian heritage and as secretary for the Bar Lesbian and Gay Group (BLAGG), Lue has been a vital advocate for diversity within the judiciary. By mentoring aspiring lawyers and challenging systemic biases, he ensures that the courtroom reflects the diversity of the community it serves.

Susan Mann

A cornerstone of Bank of America’s leadership, Mann’s work goes far beyond the balance sheet. As the EMEA lead for the bank’s LGBTQ+ Pride Network, she has been instrumental in strengthening its culture of inclusion and its engagement with leading equality benchmarks. A respected lesbian executive in a traditionally conservative sector, Mann has spent her career opening doors so that others can follow, ensuring that the next generation of queer women in banking can thrive at the highest levels. 

Karl Thompson

In the vital field of healthcare economics, Thompson ensures that data translates into life-saving human impact. In his role at NIHR, he manages the economic monitoring and evaluations that underpin UK health policy and resource allocation for the Department of Health and Social Care. His work sits at the intersection of public health and national finance, where he drives efficiency through an inclusive lens. A visible and influential presence within the Civil Service, Thompson’s career proves that LGBTQ+ expertise is essential in shaping a fairer, more efficient public sector.

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The full Attitude 101 list appears in issue 369 of Attitude magazine, available to buy now in print, on the Attitude app, or through Apple News+.