Bridget Hurd serves as the Vice President of Inclusion and Diversity and holds the role of Chief Diversity Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. She is dedicated to facilitating connections between individuals and the resources necessary for them to thrive. Her commitment extends to fostering employee growth, fostering connections, and promoting understanding across cultures, communities, generations, work styles, and perspectives. With more than 27 years of experience, Bridget has demonstrated expertise in addressing inclusion, diversity, health equity, community relations, and corpo ..read more

Aisha Losche, Chief Diversity Officer at Draper and Co-Founder of Cardinal Coaches, is dedicated to fostering inclusion and reshaping workplaces for the future. With over 15 years of experience in leadership roles, she spearheads strategic initiatives for inclusion, diversity, equity, and access programming. A certified executive & leadership coach, mental health first aider, and qualified administrator for the Intercultural Development Inventory, Aisha received the 2023 Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Inspire Award for her impactful contributions. Known for her dynamism and genuine passion ..read more

Dr. Charlyn holds the position of Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at Capella University, where she draws inspiration from witnessing the university's collective commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for both students and employees. Dr. Charlyn is deeply touched by the daily inquiries she receives from individuals eager to engage in this vital work. With expertise in information technology, she adeptly integrates cutting-edge innovations with governmental regulations, policies, and institutional strategic planning. A former active-duty member of the United States Air Force ..read more

A Thought-Provoking Discussion with Jessica Michaels on Embracing Opportunities Over Deficits. Jessica Michaels, a Neurodiversity Leadership Coach and Speaker at The Neurodiverse Workplace, is dedicated to raising awareness and fostering acceptance of neurodiversity and neuro inclusion. Their mission is to create workplaces that provide support and enable all employees to excel. Jessica shares insights on crafting neuro inclusive workplaces, with a specialization in the intersection of neuro inclusion and leadership. Their presentations have garnered acclaim for being captivating, relevant, a ..read more

Dr. Ketwana serves as the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the Community College of Alleghany County. With a fervent dedication, she strives to cultivate environments where students and employees feel welcomed, included, and safe, fostering a sense of belonging. With over two decades of experience as an administrator and faculty member, Dr. Ketwana has championed diversity, equity, and inclusion across various college and university settings. Concurrently serving as a professor of African American History and Cultural Diversity Studies, she seamlessly integrates her academic e ..read more

Join us for an engaging discussion with Anjali Bindra Patel, an accomplished lawyer serving as the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Georgetown Law. Beyond her professional role, Anjali is a devoted mother, a military spouse, and a proud native of Cleveland. She is also a distinguished TEDx Speaker and the Author of the book 'Humanity at Work: Diversity, Inclusion, and Wellbeing in an Increasingly Distributed Workforce.' Anjali's unwavering commitment lies in cultivating inclusive environments that embrace diverse perspectives, nurturing genuine innovation and growth. With over ..read more

Aliah Berman, the Global Chief Diversity Officer at TBWA Worldwide, is deeply passionate about the intrinsic value of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) work, viewing it as a profound alignment with her soul. In her pivotal role, she spearheads the vision, strategy, and execution of TBWA's DEI efforts on a global scale. Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Aliah actively contributes to DEI initiatives, serving on the board for TEMPO—an organization empowering women in leadership—and the advisory board for Marquette University’s Institute for Women’s Leadership. Beyond her professional en ..read more

Join us in conversation with Jaslyn Nguyen as we delve into her insights on 'From Internalized Racism to Interconnection: Exploring an Asian American Experience. Jaslyn, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the University of Colorado Denver, is dedicated to cultivating a sustainable and equitable environment that nurtures a profound sense of belonging. In her role, she leverages her expertise to create diverse opportunities for networking and career development. As the President of her campus' Vietnamese Student Association, Jaslyn actively contributes to cultural engagement effort ..read more

A Deep-Dive Discussion with Turquoise Peart on Cultivating an Inclusive Culture through Impactful and Mindful Communication. Turquoise is a motivational speaker who highlights the collective human experience through the power of voice. She is passionate about connecting with humanity and uses her words to heal, inspire, transform, unite and impact communities and people. Turquoise has been featured in USA Today’s 2021 “Race in America” Special Edition and was recently appointed to the Community Relations Commission of Oak Park, a suburb right outside of Chicago, where she will work under a Ch ..read more

An insightful conversation with Jorge Quezada on elevating the significance of Belonging in the Workplace. Jorge, serving as the Chief Diversity Officer and VP of People & Culture at Granite Construction, brings a wealth of experience to the construction industry. Additionally, he is the host of the Construction DEI Talks podcast, where he imparts valuable insights and actionable steps for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the sector. With a career spanning over 25 years in human resources, diversity and inclusion, and leadership development, Jorge is on a mission to guide ..read more