Out in Business (OiB) is the leading LGBTQ+ student club at London Business School, dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ students and allies. OiB’s main objectives are to foster an inclusive community and provide valuable networking opportunities. The club cultivates a sense of belonging through welcoming events, peer mentorship workshops, scholarships, and by hosting EUROUT—the largest LGBTQ+ student-run business conference in Europe—which brings together the entire LBS community and global partners.
Gal Sadeh is a member of the Sloan 2024 cohort who has been a key player in the OiB club. His remarkable background in cybersecurity, along with his efforts in leading company-wide projects to integrate AI into organizations, earned him a spot in the Sloan programme. Additionally, his previous participation in LGBTQ+ activities and initiatives focused on inclusion and diversity played a significant role in him being awarded one of the OiB scholarships, further enhancing his commitment to contributing to and engaging with the LBS community. Below, Gal shares his inspiring journey:
- Can you explain what Out in Business is and what its main objectives are?
Out in Business (OiB) is a student club that supports LGBTQ+ students and allies both personally and professionally. Its main goals are to build an inclusive community, create networking opportunities, and help members advance their careers. OiB hosts social, educational, and career-focused events that connect students with one another and with industry professionals. As the largest LGBTQ+ club on campus, it plays a major role in promoting visibility, support, and a sense of belonging.
2. How does OIB cultivate a sense of community and belonging among its members and the broader LBS community?
OiB builds community by welcoming all students, whether they identify as LGBTQ+ or not, and creating spaces where people can genuinely connect. It invests in social events that bring members together, runs a mentorship programme to encourage peer learning, and offers scholarships to broaden access. OiB also leads EUROUT, Europe’s largest LGBTQ+ student-run business conference, which brings the wider LBS community and global participants together, strengthening inclusion and belonging across campus.
3. What has been your experience as part of OIB?
My experience in OiB focused on building partnerships and expanding the club’s network inside and outside LBS. I helped organise events with LGBTQ+ professional networks in London and abroad, which strengthened our community and industry connections. I also led corporate engagement for EUROUT by bringing in speakers, funding, and partnerships that shaped the conference’s success. This role gave me real exposure to stakeholder management and allowed me to make a meaningful impact on OiB’s visibility and opportunities.
4. While doing the Sloan programme, in what ways did OIB collaborate with other clubs and organisations to enhance community engagement? Is EUROUT Conference a pillar in this sense?
OiB worked closely with external LGBTQ+ networks and LBS clubs to strengthen community engagement. We co-hosted events with groups like Series Q, Link, and myGwork, each focused on themes such as entrepreneurship, insurance/fintech, and career development. These collaborations also deepened ties with LBS professional clubs. EUROUT is the cornerstone of this effort, a three-day conference that brings together all these networks, clubs, and industry partners through panels, workshops, social events, and recruiting, creating one of the year’s most impactful community-building experiences.
5. You were one of our OIB scholars within the SLN2024 cohort, which we were very proud of. How did this award help you in driving further awareness and engagement?
Receiving the OiB scholarship encouraged me to get involved even before the Sloan programme started. I reached out early and gained visibility into the club’s priorities and EUROUT planning. Since the Sloan year is short and intense, this early exposure helped me step smoothly into my partnership and corporate engagement role from day one. The scholarship didn’t just recognise my interest, it allowed me to contribute more meaningfully and helped me drive greater awareness and engagement across the community.
6. How can students get involved further, and what impact does their participation have on the broader community?
Students can get involved by joining OiB early, showing up to events, and volunteering for roles that fit their interests, whether that’s partnerships, corporate engagement, mentorship, or helping organise EUROUT. Working with external LGBTQ+ networks and LBS clubs also expands OiB’s reach. When students participate actively, they help create inclusive spaces, bring diverse voices to campus, and strengthen industry relationships. Their involvement makes the club more vibrant, visible, and connected, benefiting both LGBTQ+ members and the broader LBS community.
7. Is there anything else you would like to share about OIB?
Being part of OiB was one of the highlights of my Sloan year. It was genuinely fun, I met great people, made new friends, and enjoyed some of the best social events at LBS. Professionally, organising EUROUT was a much bigger operation than I imagined and gave me hands-on experience with operations, partnerships, and working with industry leaders. It also opened doors to a wide professional network across multiple sectors. Overall, OiB gave me community, learning, and opportunities I wouldn’t have found elsewhere.