Roman is an experienced diversity, equity and inclusion leader and practitioner and analytical chemist, with over 20 years of knowledge, skills and experience in the design, development and implementation of DEI strategy and programs of work that create happy and productive workplaces.

Roman established Roman Ruzbacky & Associates consultancy in 2021. He was the President of the Equal Employment Opportunity Network between 2017 to 2022. He is a member of the AHRI and Swimming Victoria D&I Advisory Committees. He is also the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Cultural Infusion.

At the core of the work is the belief that people should be treated with dignity and respect, have equitable access to employment opportunities and outcomes and have the ability to participate in all aspects of work and public life.