In this episode, we explore equity with Dr. Aarti Shyamsunder Global Head of DEI at YSC Consulting.  Dr. Shyamsunder explains how the ‘E’ in DEI has led to a more systemic, macro-focus on how to balance access and opportunity, as well as a reassessment of the purpose of organizations today.  She shares how to  use the three ‘R’s to  Recognize barriers,  Rebalance pro-actively, and Reduce harm, and the impact of asking ourselves ‘what we can give up ..read more

In this week’s episode, we explore inclusive design with Pinar Guvenc, Partner at SOUR, an international hybrid design studio, with the mission of solving social and urban issues through sustainable and inclusive methodologies.  Pinar shares how inclusive design practices can benefit any project, at any organization, and bring us one step  closer to true inclusion, while saving time and money over the course of an initiative.  She also explains how we can start using inclusive design principles on our teams immediately, and why creating ‘with’ is better than creating ‘for ..read more

In this week’s episode, we dig into diversifying that highest level of leadership - the Board of Directors.  Lisa Edwards, President & COO at Diligent, shares her experience with Board membership -  the challenges inherent in getting appointed, global progress of diversification, and how boards can take a more active role in driving change within their organizations. Lisa also explains why today’s Boards of Directors require new skillsets to effectively lead, and how that opens the door to more diverse membership ..read more

Join us for our third and final episode in our Glocalization in DEI mini series.  In this episode, we talk with Dr. Poornima Luthra, founder of TalentED Consultancy,  Associate Professor, author, and TedX speaker.  Dr. Luthra shares how companies must broaden the American narrative around DEI if they want to truly make a global impact, and the important role cultural context plays in designing and implementing a successful DEI initiative.   ..read more

Join us for the second episode of our Glocalization in DEI mini-series.  In this episode, we talk with Emily Schur, Senior Vice President of Global Talent from Sunlife Financial.  Emily shares how to ‘think global’ to find commonalities, and how to ‘think local’ to meet the needs of specific communities within your organization.  She also shares Sunlife’s approach to ensuring glocalization shows up in five key areas - products, learning, operations, philanthropy and community, and engagement ..read more

Join us for the first episode of our Glocalization in DEI mini-series.  In this episode, we talk with Lauren von Stackelberg, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer of the Lego Group.  Lauren shares her experience leading DEI initiatives across six continents, and why it’s vital to ask people what they need, listen deeply, and leverage what you’ve learned to truly make an impact at the local level.  ..read more

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Adrienne Trimble, Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer for the Sysco Corporation, and former president and CEO of The National Minority Supplier Development Council.  Adrienne shares why supplier diversity is a driver of economic and social change, and how companies can partner with underrepresented or underutilized businesses to benefit both the communities they serve and their own bottom line ..read more

In this week’s episode, we discuss how people-centered leadership can increase inclusion with  Laura Dominguez,  Head of People and Communities at Cisco Meraki.   Laura  shares how  taking a people-centered approach to things like hybrid work, recognition, and wellbeing have led Cisco Meraki to multiple ‘Great Places to Work’ lists, and how even small steps can help us connect with eachother and build a culture of inclusion ..read more

In this week’s episode, we unpack imposter syndrome with Fiona Ibáñez-Major,  Global Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Food+ by Compass Group. Fiona shares her own experience of Imposter Syndrome and explores how our workplaces can create and support feelings of inadequacy.  She also examines the stigmatizing nature of imposter syndrome, how it intersects with race and class, and how viewing the world in questions rather than answers can help us challenge the systems that perpetuate imposter syndrome ..read more

This week is a bit different as Fiona Young hands over the hosting reigns to Zoe Allerding, Head of Programs at Hive Learning. Learn about what led Zoe to work in DEI and what to look forward to in the coming episodes.   ..read more