Betfair Romania Development Joins RDCC: Turning Inclusion Into a Business Advantage
With initiatives like Techable and a strong culture of shared responsibility, Betfair Romania Development is proving that diversity isn’t just a moral imperative—it’s a driver of innovation, growth, and lasting community impact in Romania’s tech sector.
When Betfair Romania Development joined the Romanian Diversity Chamber of Commerce (RDCC), it wasn’t a symbolic gesture—it was a strategic alignment. The move fits seamlessly into Flutter’s global Positive Impact strategy, which sees inclusive business practices not as optional extras, but as essential to long-term competitiveness.
“Inclusion isn’t just a box to tick,” says the leadership team. “It’s a mindset that shapes how we lead, innovate, and grow.” That philosophy has guided Betfair Romania Development in embedding diversity and inclusion (D&I) into the company’s DNA, from executive sponsorship to grassroots employee networks.
Leadership as the Catalyst for Change
At Betfair Romania Development, leaders are expected to walk the talk—seeking feedback, challenging bias, and fostering psychological safety. Company values such as winning together, having each other’s back, and making a positive impact are built from the bottom up, reflecting behaviours recognised by employees as central to daily collaboration and problem-solving.
This cultural foundation is reinforced by tangible structures—dedicated forums, employee networks, and cross-functional communities that ensure inclusion isn’t an isolated department but a shared responsibility.
Techable: Opening Doors to Tech Careers
One of Betfair Romania Development’s flagship initiatives, Techable, tackles a systemic challenge head-on: the gap in tech career opportunities for individuals with mobility disabilities.
In Romania, nearly 900,000 people live with disabilities, yet employment rates remain critically low. Techable aims to close that gap—not by offering charity, but by offering access. “Participants aren’t asking for special treatment,” the team notes. “They’re asking for a fair chance.”
Through training, mentorship, and barrier-free pathways into tech, Techable has shown that talent knows no limits—what’s often missing is simply the opportunity to prove it.
Spaces That Foster Connection
The company’s Inclusion Community—now over 50 members strong—provides a forum for open, honest dialogue on topics ranging from neurodiversity and disability to religious inclusion and gender equality. Similarly, Lean In Together, a network of nearly 100 employees and allies, supports career growth and mentorship for women and underrepresented groups.
These initiatives are mirrored at a global level through Flutter’s Fair Game Networks, employee-led communities spanning accessibility, LGBT+ inclusion, parenting, and cultural identity.
Beyond the Checkbox
To ensure inclusion efforts are real and measurable, Betfair Romania Development tracks metrics such as pay equity, promotion rates, and access to development opportunities. Feedback loops—through engagement surveys, listening sessions, and community insights—help the company adjust and deepen its impact.
The biggest challenge? Making sure inclusion isn’t siloed from business priorities. That’s why Betfair Romania Development works to weave D&I into everyday decisions—linking it directly to innovation, performance, and problem-solving.
Looking Ahead
The company’s next chapter focuses on two fronts:
- Internally: Embedding inclusion further into leadership, operations, and employee growth.
- Externally: Scaling partnerships with NGOs, communities, and education providers to open doors for overlooked talent across Romania.
As Betfair Romania Development and the RDCC move forward together, the goal is clear: build an inclusive business environment that is both morally right and economically smart—a model for Romania’s tech industry and beyond.