INCLUSIVE ENTERPRISE CONVERSATIONS Podcast

Charlotte Hughes

The podcast features transformational interviews as well as actionable tips and strategies that corporate leaders can implement in their workplaces and careers, to drive profitable growth through diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

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Making DEI Part of Succession Planning: a Conversation with Dr. John Greene  SVP - CHRO at TDS
Jul 31 2024
Making DEI Part of Succession Planning: a Conversation with Dr. John Greene SVP - CHRO at TDS
Q: What positions are critical to the long-term health of your organization?Regardless of the type of organization (corporate, government, non-profit) these roles are essential for them to thrive and are typically hard to fill.Q: Who's included in the talent pool with the ability to advance to key positions?Q: How are they prepared to meet the business need?When leadership teams are diverse in thought, skill and culture, the organization is better prepared to innovate new products and services, dominate their competitive landscape, and reinvigorate organizational talent to exceed performance expectations.Join this candid conversation on the Inclusive Enterprise Conversation Podcast with  Dr. John Greene, Senior Vice President and CHRO of TDS® Telephone and Data Systems, a diversified telecommunications company serving over six million customers nationwide.We discussed the opportunity to think differently and enhance current talent processes by making DEI part of succession planning with real-world actionable, coachable success practices to grow the business.It doesn't take longer to build your leadership pipeline, instead it takes concerted effort and intention to challenge the status quo, to make your teams and organization stronger.  Achieve even higher levels of performance by realizing everyones' full potential.John’s leadership experience provides a solid foundation for a pragmatic and inclusive approach to succession with real-world application. He draws from leadership roles in the military and in corporations with Johnson Controls, RHR International Consulting including his first TDS role as Vice President, Enterprise Diversity, Equity & Inclusion where he led the development and implementation of the enterprise DEI strategy across the TDS family of companies and advanced to Senior Vice President, Human Resources Officer for the firm.As organizations continue to establish a new norm for recruiting, retaining, and engaging talent, the best companies are mindful of the benefits of intentional succession planning.These organizations understand that while their counterparts are busy facilitating replacement planning processes, their most competitive advantage stems from strategic talent management that supports both the current and future needs of the business. Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
The Power of Continuous Listening - A Conversation with Sanja Licina PhD, President QuestionPro Workforce
Jun 24 2024
The Power of Continuous Listening - A Conversation with Sanja Licina PhD, President QuestionPro Workforce
Listen Carefully and Continuously for Better Results and Competitive Advantage.That may seem obvious and simple, yet in today's tumultuous business environment, leaders can occasionally lose their focus along with low self-awareness. That's where asking questions and gaining answers from others with unique perspectives drives improvement to achieve better outcomes.One extraordinary leader who demonstrates these positive attributes of listening intently, authentically, and responsively is Sanja Licina, PhD, President of QuestionPro Workforce.She takes listening to a higher level by building bridges, connecting people, uncovering concerns, with empathy to co-create, sustainable solutions for mutual benefit. How? By cultivating an inclusion and belonging mindset. She is a citizen of the world, a person 'who never met a stranger.'  Is easy to get to know, and eager to know the points of view of others, to learn from and grow people, organizations, and communities.It was an absolute honor to sit down with my special guest, Sanja Licina, to discuss her life, work, passion and the power of listening when embedded in organizations' processes, as a priority to support an inclusive and belonging culture.Sanja Licina, Ph.D. is an Organizational Psychologist and President at QuestionPro Workforce, a global leader in online survey and research services. In this role she has overall responsibility for driving growth, product development and client satisfaction for Workforce Experience division. Sanja has 20 years of experience as an executive and senior leader in high-growth organizations. For nine years she held multiple strategic roles at CareerBuilder, including product management, talent intelligence and workforce analytics. Prior to joining QuestionPro she led the Future of Organizations unit at Globant, a company that leverages digital-cognitive technologies to help companies transform. Early in her career she was a researcher for Ipsos and a consultant for Harvard Business School.   She is also a member of the distinguished Forbes Human Resource Council.In this episode of the Inclusive Enterprise Conversations Podcast,  Listening Continuously, talks about maximizing benefits.Don't miss this revealing conversation and key takeaways:How continuous listening can establish or invigorate effective DEI Strategy and business growthRecognize personal values and beliefs evolve over time for leaders and employeesLeaders engaging more employees in decision-making can lead to faster and more meaningful changeBuilding exceptional experiences and workplace cultures begins with Leaders' human connection, reflection, observation, innovation, and retentionActively and consistently listening to employees demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity, making them feel valued and heard. When employees believe their voices matter, they are more likely to stay with the organization, leading to higher talent retention rates, which is an important concern for DEI, HR, and senior leaders!As Sanja says 'Most of us spend so much of our lives working, and there is still a tremendous opportunity to help people feel better connected to their companies, to their colleagues, and to feel passionate to make a difference with their work. So, I dedicated my career to helping companies create a culture that employees love to be a part of.'   Who better than Sanja and her team to lead the way, modeling the behaviors, actions and shared knowledge with resources to empower organizations and individuals to reach their full potential. Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Dismantling Systemic Racism To Advance Health Equity - A Conversation with DeAnna Minus-Vincent & Tracy Parris- Benjamin
May 1 2024
Dismantling Systemic Racism To Advance Health Equity - A Conversation with DeAnna Minus-Vincent & Tracy Parris- Benjamin
While a lot has changed this year.. . at the same time, a lot remains 'in a holding pattern' or worse, in the reverse.Q: How do you stay focused and push for positive change with persistent obstacles in your path to progress?In this episode of the Inclusive Enterprise Conversation Podcast, I sat down with two dynamic Black women, warriors of DEIB, to hear their perspectives and shared purpose, empowering all people, needing access to care to reach the highest quality of life, in these challenging times.My special guests include, a leader with an accomplished career in Government and Healthcare, most recently as Executive Vice President, Chief Social Justice & Accountability Officer of the largest, most comprehensive health system and provider in NJ, DeAnna Minus-Vincent.  The other distinguished leader, was the first officer, Senior Director of Health Equity and Community Equity for a national healthcare payor, insurance company in NJ, Tracy Parris-Benjamin.  We discussed their life changing experiences, how their careers intersect and inspired their path forward.DeAnna is Founder and Managing Director with Tracy serving as Managing Partner of The Outcomes Architect-- a strategic advisory firm that executes across sectors to optimize leadership; leverage relationships; and gather insights to improve organizational results. Their aim is to develop efficient and cost-effective solutions that are integrated, equitable, and sustainable to empower companies and communities they serve. They proactively equip organizations with the tools necessary to architect their own successful outcomes!Understanding systemic racism and how to eliminate it, requires a wholistic approach and key steps to advance health equity for real visible impact. It requires policy and practice review, before addressing drivers of health.  It's essential that this work moves beyond programs and training, and is grounded in data analysis of current mindsets and human behavior, with clearly articulated outcomes for sustained change.Together they create solutions that demand honest feedback, dealing with current reality, recognizing the daily lives of employees and communities they serve and barriers to living a quality life. Both are driven to dismantling policies and practices that get in the way of healthy living and rebuilding equitable organizations' to achieve their vision and mission.Join the conversation. Listen to this enlightening episode. It's a must for leaders to recognize and empower employees, improve productivity and understand what your greatest assets need for greater impact in their professional and personal lives, and provide a stronger sense of purpose and prosperity.  Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Why Companies Should Rethink & Reframe Their Approaches to DEI - A Conversation with Fields Jackson Jr.
Apr 5 2024
Why Companies Should Rethink & Reframe Their Approaches to DEI - A Conversation with Fields Jackson Jr.
Q:"Where are we regarding DEI, where do we want to be, and how to get there? There is a need for employers to take a holistic, broader view of diversity, and develop inclusive leaders in 2024.”On the latest episode of Inclusive Enterprise Conversations Podcast, Charlotte Hughes of Inclusive Leaders Group sat down with Fields Jackson Jr., CEO, Chief Cheerleader & Talent Scout of Racing Toward Diversity Magazine and President, College Diversity Network…Racing Toward Diversity magazine showcases the best DEI initiatives being made today. Written with business and educational audiences in mind. Stories highlight messages from influential leaders and their organizations…The College Diversity Network helps organizations become more diverse from top to bottom by bringing more diverse candidates into their entry level talent pipelines…This thought-provoking conversation is a must-listen for anyone passionate about reimagining belonging and driving change in these turbulent times…Focused on the company culture, talent management, leadership behavior, and business growth benefits of DEIGaining different perspectives and ideas to increase creativity & innovation, profitable growth, and how to become an Employer of ChoiceListen to “Why Companies Should Rethink & Reframe their Approach to DEI a conversation with Fields Jackson, Jr.” And never miss an episode by subscribing to The Inclusive Enterprise Conversations Podcast.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Taking Health Equity from Concept to Practice: Driving Transformational and Sustainable Change - A Conversation with Josette Gbemudu Executive Director Health Equity at Merck
Dec 11 2023
Taking Health Equity from Concept to Practice: Driving Transformational and Sustainable Change - A Conversation with Josette Gbemudu Executive Director Health Equity at Merck
This episode of the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast features a conversation with Josette Gbemudu, Executive Director of Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health at Merck.  Merck & Company, Inc, is an American multinational pharmaceutical company, headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey and is recognized as Merck sharp and Dohme or MSD outside of the United States and Canada. It's one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, generally ranking in the global top five by revenue.  Merck & Co. aspires to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world and today is at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals.With 15 years of experience, Josette thrives at the intersection of commercial strategy, innovation, and policy. She has brought this expertise to key sectors including the Pharmaceutical Industry, Federal and State Health Agencies, Health Plans and Providers. She has a strong understanding of the macro and micro healthcare ecosystem and the interdependencies across critical stakeholders.Join the ConversationListen to this episode of The Inclusive Enterprise Podcast: “Taking Health Equity from Concept to Practice: Driving Transformational and Sustainable Change - A Conversation with Josette Gbemudu" as we explore workplace health equity strategy with Josette including:The rationale for hospitals, health systems, and other health providers for making health equity an even greater priority after Covid-19Why all other industries should be seriously concerned and take action to reduce disparities and advance health equityHow healthcare and non-healthcare organizations can positively impact community health and close gaps in care by leveraging new and innovative partnershipsJosette also shares the key pillars for improving health equity long term results. How do you engage everyone to contribute to better outcomes?Listen to an effective approach to motivate every leader and employee across all industries to participate in achieving health equity within communities.REMEMBER - To inspire individual and collective action key enablers are needed: leadership commitment, shared vision and scope linked to business objectives, measurement framework linked to short and long-term impact metrics, and sustained focus.At Inclusive Leaders Group, we help leaders create safe, inclusive spaces that elevate employee engagement and performance to improve the business results and the communities they serve.You can find information about Inclusive Leaders Group’s consulting, training, and assessment services at inclusiveleadersgroup.com. And while there, please subscribe to the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast for this and other informative and enlightening episodes.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Advancing Racial Equity Across California’s Public Health Care Systems - A Conversation with Giovanna Giuliani & Dr. Minako Watabe
Nov 29 2023
Advancing Racial Equity Across California’s Public Health Care Systems - A Conversation with Giovanna Giuliani & Dr. Minako Watabe
This episode of the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast features a conversation with Giovanna Giuliani Executive Director, California Health Care Safety Net Institute (SNI) and Dr. Minako Watabe, Chief Medical Officer, Ventura County Medical Center about the innovative and effective Racial Equity Community of Practice program led by The California Health Care Safety Net Institute (SNI) that is providing new strategies for health equity in California.Health care organizations are on the front-lines of addressing health equity. They play key roles in delivering care, offering products to access care, as employers, and as social safety nets in their communities. Leaders from hospitals, health systems, and health plans are searching for ways to address health equity within their organizations and the communities they serve. They are seeking to understand how they can confront systemic racism and bias and reduce health disparities.In 2022, the Safety Net Institute (SNI) launched the Racial Equity Community of Practice in partnership with the National Equity Project (NEP) and with funding from the California Health Care Foundation (CHCF). The Racial Equity Community of Practice has been instrumental in fostering public health care system collaboration and driving progress in the realm of health equity through a systemic approach. Over 18 months, public health care systems worked collaboratively to pave the way to strengthen anti-racism strategies and integrate equity into the fabric of their institutional culture, practices, and policies. California's safety net provides both hospital and outpatient care to anyone who needs it, regardless of insurance status, immigration status, ability to pay, or any other circumstance.Listen to this episode "Advancing Racial Equity Across California's Public Health Systems." Co-hosts Charlotte and Brian Hughes enjoy a thoughtful conversation with Giovanna Giuliani Executive Director, California Health Care Safety Net Institute (SNI) who oversees the Racial Equity Community of Practice, and Dr. Minako Watabe, Chief Medical Officer, Ventura County Medical Center representing one of the twelve community of practice member health providers.Key Insights Shared Include:-The mission and inspiration for the SNI Racial Equity Community of Practice (CoP)-Expectations and key takeaways during the CoP experience-Phase Two focus of the Racial Equity CoP-What makes this CoP approach so successfulSee Dr. Minako Watabe share her perspective  and more!This initiative serves as a role model for hospitals and health systems across the country to emulate, which is why the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast wanted to communicate and celebrate the effort.At Inclusive Leaders Group, we help leaders create safe, inclusive spaces that elevate employee engagement and performance to improve the business results and the communities they serve.You can find information about Inclusive Leaders Group’s consulting, training, and assessment services at inclusiveleadersgroup.com. And whCreating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Deloitte Driving Health Equity in the Workplace: A Conversation with Deloitte's Dr. Jay Bhatt and Dr. Elizabeth Baca
Sep 2 2023
Deloitte Driving Health Equity in the Workplace: A Conversation with Deloitte's Dr. Jay Bhatt and Dr. Elizabeth Baca
Deloitte Driving Health Equity in the Workplace: A Conversation with Deloitte's Dr. Jay Bhatt and Dr. Elizabeth Baca  Organizations need to develop an executable roadmap to drive towards their vision. What are some of the questions, organizational leaders should ask themselves about their workplace to develop their health equity vision?1.      How are you going to measure success?2.      What will you prioritize to get to success?3.      What activities will help move the initiative forward?4.      Are you getting the results you want to see?  If not, be open to using real time data, listen, experiment and change to get better results.The Opportunity:Inequity, discrimination, and bias have no place in the workplace. Yet, unfortunately, they remain, and these problems have been proven to take a heavy toll on the health and well-being of employees, organizations, and their community. Significant improvement in the health of employees should be expected when workplaces focus on equity. And conversely, stressors from discriminatory practices can negatively affect employees emotional, psychological, and physical health. Some employers are taking action to eliminate health inequities and will continue to do so. However, progress should be made on a broader scale to help truly achieve health equity.Inequities in the US health system cost approximately 320 billion today and could eclipse to 1 trillion in annual spending by 2040. If left unaddressed, inequities across the US health system limit underserved people's access to high quality care, create avoidable costs and financial waste that spans society and can impact every individual's potential to achieve health and wellbeing. Listen to the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast ‘Driving Health Equity in the Workplace: A conversation with Deloitte’s Dr. Jay Bhatt & Dr. Elizabeth Baca’ to learn best practices organizations can execute to build toward health equity.Inclusive Leaders Group encourages its listeners to access the public facing resources available at the Deloitte Health Equity Institute, including multiple playbooks and research reports @deloitte.com. Please visit Inclusive Leaders Group.com for the best and next practices regarding workplace diversity, equity and inclusion.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Building a DEI Learning & Development Strategy to Grow the Enterprise - a Conversation with Dr. Theoria M. Cason
Jul 23 2023
Building a DEI Learning & Development Strategy to Grow the Enterprise - a Conversation with Dr. Theoria M. Cason
A mind is a terrible thing to waste -   UNCF Slogan  It's a missed opportunity... Unrealized growth potential .....That's what happens when DEI is not connected to the business strategy or culture of  continuous learning in an organization.How can we stop missing opportunities?  How can individuals and organizations reach their full potential?Join me and my special guest, Dr. Theoria  M. Cason as we discuss these challenges, the root cause, and a path forward. Taking a serious approach to cultivating a strategy, with measurable goals is fundamental to DEI.  Learning and Development is part of this intentional and holistic approach.Dr. Cason, is a fellow Cornellian and Inclusive Leaders Group Senior Consultant.  She is a talented Certified Diversity Professional, Transformational Coach, Global Citizen, Author, Speaker, and Strategic Disrupter.Taking the next step from unconscious bias awareness to a strategic DEI plan is essential.  Evolving from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset is a culture shift that takes time and yields results.A commitment to continuous learning increases your knowledge, supports every  employee's ability to contribute to actionable strategies to solve problems and maximize potential!Effectively communicating with people from different cultures, can be the difference between success and failure in business, healthcare, education, and beyond.For valuable resources on Cultural Competence from Theoria click this link "Cultural Competence: What it is, Why it's important, and How to Develop it" by Dr. Theoria Cason is a book that guides leaders in enhancing their cultural sensitivity, emphasizing the importance of open-mindedness, active listening, and acceptance of diverse perspectives. With a focus on inclusivity, readers gain insight into cultural competence, learning to understand their own cultural identity and respect other cultures without judgment."Cultural Competence: The Playbook" by Dr. Theoria Cason is a companion book to "Cultural Competence: What it is, Why it's important, and How to Develop it." It offers practical guidance for individuals seeking to actively improve their cultural competence, featuring self-assessments, actionable tips, and affirmative statements to foster self-understanding and challenge implicit biases. The playbook covers topics such as cultural humility, color bravery, empathy, and active listening, providing readers with a comprehensive resource for personal growth in this area." For additional value-added resources on DEI Strategy and Cultural Competence, visit Inclusive Leaders Group.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Celebrate -12th Annual Cultural Competence Conference - TTUHSC - Mayra Morales MBA - Texas Tech University Health Science Center - El Paso - Office of Global Health & Societies
Jul 19 2023
Celebrate -12th Annual Cultural Competence Conference - TTUHSC - Mayra Morales MBA - Texas Tech University Health Science Center - El Paso - Office of Global Health & Societies
"The table is long, and there are plenty of seats" says Mayra Morales, Senior Director of the Office of Global Health & Societies at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in El Paso, Texas, as she refers to the welcoming and culturally responsive campus and El Paso  community.  "We open up seats for individuals to be inclusive. That's how we learn. That's how we provide better understanding for everyone."We celebrate the 12th Annual Cultural Competence Conference on August 4th. This EDUCATIONAL EVENT is designed for all health care professionals and community organization staff. Students, staff, and faculty from all four schools, as well as physicians and residents from the clinics are welcome to attend. Members from the local general academic university and sister university in Lubbock are also invited.The OBJECTIVE is to enhance interpersonal interactions within our health care system and ensure that services are delivered to the community in a culturally humane manner.This EPISODE of the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast, Mayra is my guest. She shares the conference history, its impact over the years and progress of the Diversity and Inclusion Council led by Dr. Charmaine A. Martin who is Chair on the Council.Dr. Martin is also Associate Professor of Family Medicine and Interim Dean of Student Affairs with the Foster School of Medicine and has received the prestigious Profiles in Diversity Journal 2022 Black Leadership Award.Mayra also highlights the theme of Allyship with her advice on cultural competence, inclusive leadership and what makes the university and El Paso Community so special. A unique place to live, learn, grow, and contribute to a vibrant community.I am honored to be invited to be the Keynote Speaker as we build on cultural competence to explore inclusive leadership; redefining leadership through the lens of inclusion, innovation, creativity and belonging.I am exicted and look forward to this important educational event supporting lifelong learning and quality patient care.To LEARN more and register click this link.https://www.techtalkelpaso.com/events/12th-annual-cultural-competence-conferenceVisit the TTUHSC's El Paso instagram site and bio link for additional informationhttps://www.instagram.com/ttuhscep/  https://lnk.bio/ttuhscepWith Gratitude and Thanks to the Planning Committee for the Opportunitiy to Make a Contribution, to Share, Learn, and Grow.Inclusive Leaders GroupCreating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Employer of Choice - Your organization is antiracist, right? A conversation with Lindsey T. H. Jackson - Co-Founder Sojourn
May 12 2023
Employer of Choice - Your organization is antiracist, right? A conversation with Lindsey T. H. Jackson - Co-Founder Sojourn
What does it mean to be an employer of choice TODAY? One that continues to transform and evolve. An Employer with goals to create and sustain a positive work environment, build an outstanding brand, with a welcoming, inclusive, and productive culture.   Employers of Choice today, commit to supporting equity in the workplace. While companies declared their position in 2020 to support racial equity, current focus now wanes.  I often find in my work that company leaders and employees are reluctant to talk about racial inequality in the workplace, because they fear saying the wrong thing. But these conversations are critical and can’t be ignored, with a goal of positive inclusive culture.  An Employer of Choice, rises to the occasion to learn and unlearn what is needed to address inequity.   I had a wonderful conversation with my distinguished guest and friend Lindsey T.H. Jackson, CEO at LTHJ Global and North American based leader.She is a trailblazer, a pioneer, and ambassador of disruption. She invites everyone to her “learn and unlearn” discussions about the issue of race and becoming an anti-racist organization.Join our conversation about overcoming fears, acknowledging tough questions, seizing growth opportunities,  and the courage to evolve, to be a Employer of Choice –that believes in racial equity and knows that it is a journey that continuous seeks to  improve. In this episode Lindsey  &  I discussed Why people are uncomfortable with conversations about race and racism  What it means to be anti-racistThe continuum of Multiculturalism vs sexism, racism, ableism, homophobia, classismInnovation to build structures and systems supporting anti-racism  What leaders need to do to disrupt anti-blacknessIntent vs Impact - learning and unlearning with and from each otherIsabel Wilkerson's book CasteLanguage and the power of wordsNext generation imagines a new future You may already know that Lindsey is known as 'America's DEI Teacher,'  a Researcher, Facilitator, and Speaker.  She is also Co-Founder of Sojourn, a software platform to bring DEI to small and midsize organizations.   Sojourn DEI is a revolutionary platform with the step-by-step plans, tools and guidance made for those leading a small or midsize organization's DEI Journey. Sojourn takes you from overthinking DEI, to moving on it.Lindsey reminds us, DEI work is a journey of humility, forgiveness, courage and a discipline of daily practice ...to do no harm.Race is a construct - Privilege (when you don't have to think about the experience of being excluded), Equality, Equity, and Justice are united.She Tells it like it is...with history lessons and today's context and terminology.Take time to Reflect, Renew and Explore  this episode and learn what you can do to support Employers of Choice TODAY that sustain racial equity and a culture of anti-racism.  The work.... never ends...It begins with you....To learn more check out about  InclusiveLeadersGroup.com Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
RISE to Transform Equity, Inclusion & Diversity with Strategy and Systems at Mayo Clinic - A Conversation with Dr. Anjali Bhagra
Sep 1 2022
RISE to Transform Equity, Inclusion & Diversity with Strategy and Systems at Mayo Clinic - A Conversation with Dr. Anjali Bhagra
Mayo Clinic Stands OutDespite rising labor costs fueled by staffing shortages as some of the biggest challenges straining most hospital budgets Mayo Clinic, a nonprofit healthcare system stands out in its results as they've come at a time when many nonprofit hospitals have faced pressure on their operations from a surge in COVID 19 cases in the second half of the past year. And through it all, Mayo has been recognized by DiversityInc, as one of the Top 3 Health systems for its inclusive efforts and best practices.  For the seventh consecutive year, Mayo Clinic also earned the top spot in the U.S. News & World Report best hospitals rankings.In 2020, the Rochester Minnesota-based institution committed to racial equity. Our distinguished guest, Dr. Anjali Bhagra, Chief Medical Director at Mayo Clinic of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity (EID) joins us to share insights on Mayo’s journey, and the path forward in 2022, and beyond.  We explore three key areas relevant to successful organizational change and equity, which requires 1) Commitment from the top, 2) Development of shared language and capability for all employees, and 3) Partnership with impacted communities.  Mayo Clinic's local, national, and global EID initiatives are also featured with organizations including the World Economic Forum and the NAACP.In August 2020, Dr. Bhagra was designated as the new medical director of Mayo Clinic's office of equity, inclusion, and diversity. A clinical investigative internist and professor of medicine at Mayo Clinic's campus in Rochester, Minnesota, Dr. Bhagra also leads an active research program focused on enhancing resilience, decreasing stress and anxiety, healthy aging, through optimism and happiness, leadership and resilience, work-life balance and stress reduction in women, health care professionals and trainees.Please listen and subscribe.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 21 - Charting the Journey - Strategies to Guide Racial Equity Organizational Change with Dr. Judy Lubin
Jul 9 2022
Episode 21 - Charting the Journey - Strategies to Guide Racial Equity Organizational Change with Dr. Judy Lubin
If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together— I am inspired by this well-known African proverb as it reflects what our guest and I discussed in this episode of the Inclusive Enterprise Podcast ---the importance of working together. Learning and moving forward. We all can contribute to an equitable culture in the workplace and in the communities where we live. It’s a process.As we marked the second anniversary of the murder of George Floyd and approach another year of anniversaries for the murders of Breonna Taylor, Philando Castile, and so many more - the question begging to be asked is what real change has occurred? Or have we lost momentum?Our distinguished guest is Dr. Judy Lubin an analyst, equity strategist, and President of CURE (the Center for Urban and Racial Equity). CURE is a strategic research and consulting firm that partners with people and organizations to advance equity through policy, systems, institutional, and community change. Dr. Lubin is also a researcher and adjunct professor in the Howard University Department of Sociology and Criminology where her research focuses on race, gentrification, health, and social policy.She recently published the  Racial Equity Report to provide organizational leaders with a clear plan to help them make measurable improvements in their racial equity transformational efforts.  It serves as a tangible resource for Nonprofit Leaders to Deliver on Anti-racist Pledges Made in 2020.Our insightful conversation is an important reminder of the value of race equity within the nonprofit sector and that all sectors can learn from. We discussed several tangible steps for framing the issue within your organization and working to move towards greater equity. Doing so can make your organization's workplace and community where you live, more effective and impactful.Professor Lubin regularly writes about the intersection of race, politics, and media on her site and as a contributor to the Huffington Post.  She has also been featured on national and local media including The Wall Street Journal, PBS.org, Baltimore Sun, Ebony Magazine, theRoot.com, Chicago Sun-Times, Reuters, XM Satellite Radio, Diverse Issues in Higher Education, among others.To learn more about building a racial equity business strategy and culture, contact us on Calendly or this Contact Form. Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 19 - Diversity Isn't Enough: Why DEI Programs are Failing Black Employees - Keith Wyche - Corporate Executive, Author and DEI Thought Leader
May 25 2022
Episode 19 - Diversity Isn't Enough: Why DEI Programs are Failing Black Employees - Keith Wyche - Corporate Executive, Author and DEI Thought Leader
Keith Wyche is a Seasoned Executive, Board Director, Best Selling Author & Speaker, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Thought Leader, and Change Accelerator. He has risen through the ranks. With more than 30 years of experience, earning significant results for some of America’s best-known corporations including Walmart, Ameritech, Convergys, AT&T, IBM, Pitney Bowes, and SuperValu, Keith has become a successful corporate president and one of the highest-ranking African-American executives in the U.S.Keith understands the rules for success, and shares his insights as an author of the recent book Diversity is not Enough A Roadmap to Recruit Develop and promote Black Leaders in America.  He has appeared on the Today Show, Fox Business News, and media outlets such as TIME, USA Today and Black Enterprise. He has received several awards including The MLK Jr. International Board of Renaissance Leaders by Morehouse College for his dedication to developing young talent.In this episode, Keith shares his perspective on why Black Professionals have lost faith in DE&I programs, what is contributing to the situation, and how to correct it.  A strong inclusive leadership culture and commitment with accountability are key elements of success. For more information see our blog Why Workplace DEI Programs are Failing Black Employees and other thought leadership resources. Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 18 - Setting Your DEI Strategy Up for Success - Nona Lee - Arizona Diamondbacks
Mar 31 2022
Episode 18 - Setting Your DEI Strategy Up for Success - Nona Lee - Arizona Diamondbacks
There's a phrase 'Sports imitates life."  What happens in sports is often a reflection of life and society. In 1947 Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in Baseball, 75 years ago. How far have we come since then?There are people who excel and bring their 'A' game each day AND are true game changers, true role models inspiring people as inclusive leaders, for teams to deliver transformative change in the workplace and the community.Be sure to listen to this thought provoking episode with Nona Lee, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer & Chair of D-backs for Change Justice. Equity. Diversity. Inclusion. (J.E.D.I. Council) at Arizona Diamondbacks. Nona is also a member of Chief, a  membership network focused on connecting and supporting women executive leaders. She reveals insightful tips and stories about DEI as a core value, its impact on the business, the communities the organization entertains and serves from a C-Suite perspective. She reflects on her childhood, career, DEI strategic planning and action, overcoming barriers to inclusion and equity, and the legacy of building a better work environment for all people to contribute and thrive, now and for generations to come.We are so glad to have Nona share as a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion champion and Black, gay woman who applies her expertise and lived experience to make a difference in others’ lives, in the sports world and beyond.For more information on Allyship, Intersectionality, Employee Resources Groups and Race in the Workplace visit our Thought Leadership resources section of our site for these e-guides.Follow us on Linkedin and Instagram @inclusiveleadersgroupllcCreating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 17 -  How to Develop a DEI Strategy that Gets Results -  Eloiza Domingo - Chief Diversity Officer
Mar 7 2022
Episode 17 - How to Develop a DEI Strategy that Gets Results - Eloiza Domingo - Chief Diversity Officer
A Boston Consulting Group survey about the global insurance workforce revealed for the first time, insurance industry talent included company values as one of the ten workplace attributes that they care about most in 2020.  The vast majority, 71%—and 78% of employees age 30 or younger—said that issues related to diversity and inclusion have become more important to them over the past year.Equity issues are significant enough that 55% of all insurance talent and 60% of younger employees would exclude from a job search companies whose positions on diversity and inclusion do not match their own.Eloiza Domingo is the Vice President of Human Resources and Chief Inclusive, Diversity & Equity Officer for The Allstate Corporate. She assumed this role in 2021 with responsibility for building on Allstate’s strong foundation and culture of Inclusive Diversity & Equity by shaping the multi-year Inclusive Diversity & Equity plan to create an enduring impact inside and outside of the company. As she partners with colleagues and teams across Allstate, Eloiza furthers the company’s goal of being the most diverse protection solutions company.Her experience across industries at the executive level in HR and Diversity offers a unique perspective and great insights regarding Talent, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and the future of work.  Her business acumen and ability to forge strong relationships are key to delivering evidence-based results.Eloiza’s background spans sectors including academia, law enforcement, academic medicine at Johns Hopkins, and pharmaceuticals. She has been recognized as a Female Disrupter by Medium in 2020, one of the 100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World by the Filipina Women's Network, received the 2017 Senior Executive award from the National Association of Healthcare Executives and was featured on the Maryland Daily Record's Very Important Professionals Success by 40 list.Eloiza holds an M.S. in Higher Education and Student Affairs with a minor in Counseling and concentration in Diversity Education, and a B.A. in Psychology and Sociology with a minor in Spanish from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN.She draws on her depth of experience and shares practical advice to positively influence and sustain a valuable impact on the culture of all the organizations where she leads Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 16 - Helping Moms and Women of Color Rise and Succeed at Work with Rocki Howard and Chandra Sanders - The Mom Project
Feb 25 2022
Episode 16 - Helping Moms and Women of Color Rise and Succeed at Work with Rocki Howard and Chandra Sanders - The Mom Project
Rocki Howard is Chief People and Equity Officer of a fantastic startup titled the Mom Project. She’s been recognized as a leader with an extensive background in HR and a member of the distinguished Forbes Human Resources Council.Chandra Sanders is the Director of an innovative non-profit initiative at the MomProject titled RISE and is a Fortune 100 Tech Consultant that further supports the projects’ mission. Both will tell us about their own stories and their impact on lives for the better.The Mom Project is committed to helping women remain active in the workforce in every stage of their journey, and proud to work with employers who are committed to designing and supporting a better workplace.   It connects talented professionals with world-class employers who understand that no one should have to choose between family and career.RISE is a scholarship program committed to accelerating equity for moms and women of color by providing access to upskill tech certifications, while harnessing the power of community, support, and job placement—in six months or less, and at no cost to participants!Rocki and Chandra are Diversity, Equity & Inclusion champions and Black women of action, who apply their expertise and lived experience to make a difference in the lives of working mothers every day.    For more details visit The MomProject.com or MomProject.org.For more information from ILG on Allyship, Intersectionality, Employee Resources Groups and Race in the Workplace visit our Thought Leadership resources section of our site InclusiveLeadersGroup.com  for these e-guides.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 15 - DEI Through the Talent Lifecycle - DeShaun Wise Porter VP D&I - Hilton International
Feb 8 2022
Episode 15 - DEI Through the Talent Lifecycle - DeShaun Wise Porter VP D&I - Hilton International
DeShaun Wise Porter, Global Head, VP of Diversity and Inclusion and Engagement for Hilton International and team at Hilton have earned countless awards year over year, ranked number one Fortune 100 Best Places to Work for two years in a row. And number one on Diversity Inc, Top 50 Companies 2021 ranking, just to name a few. And our listeners are eager to hear how your organization plans, executes, adapts, and thrives in these challenging and highly rewarding times. DeShaun and I met at Kimberly Clark years ago as colleagues, and to this day we continue to share the passion for growing talent and a belief in the importance of everyone achieving their full potential in an environment that is inclusive, supportive, where we can all bring our best selves to work with a true sense of belonging, and purpose.This episode, we'll discuss strategy, progress and culture. The hospitality industry is unique in that it represents talent from all walks of life. You could consider it a microcosm of society with diverse dimensions, identities, and intersectionality. A diverse talent community demands a flexible structure and commitment to inclusion and belonging at every level with accountability. DeShaun is innovating and setting the standard for over 360,000 team members with DEI through the lifecycle as Hilton attracts, advances, retains talent now and in the future.For more information on Allyship, Intersectionality, Employee Resources Groups and Race in the Workplace visit our Thought Leadership resources section of our site for these e-guides. Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 14 - Transforming the Recruiting and Hiring Process by Mitigating Inherent Biases
Jan 23 2022
Episode 14 - Transforming the Recruiting and Hiring Process by Mitigating Inherent Biases
Speak up? Take a stand –even if it’s unpopular?  Our special guest did just that and you’ll find his story inspiring.  Fighting for what’s right is in his DNA. His ‘wakeup call’ to innovate became apparent as an entrepreneur in 2020.  His solution is making waves in the technology sector and recruiting field by enabling better recruiting and hiring decisions for inclusive workplaces to thrive.Research has found that 75% of all resumes submitted through Applicant Tracking Systems are never even seen by human eyes. Jobseekers using Rhett’s software application platform will be able to apply for positions with peace of mind, knowing their profiles are being seen by people and they are being considered for their talent rather than the kind of personal characteristics that often lead to non-diverse, non-inclusive workplaces that often lead to non-diverse, non-inclusive workplaces. Rhett Lindsey is the founder and CEO of Siimee (pronounced see me), a social impact company whose mission is to reduce bias in hiring and transform the way employers connect with job seekers. Prior to launching Siimee, Rhett spent over seven years leading and collaborating with teams at prominent companies including Facebook, Tinder, Microsoft, and The Walt Disney Company, sourcing and hiring talent in the technology and software development sectors. Founded on the premise that diversity and inclusion can support a company’s bottom line, Siimee believes that a fair, unbiased hiring process is the starting point to a healthy, equitable workplace. Lindsey’s story and experiences in recruiting have been nationally featured in media outlets including The Washington Post, CNBC, and CBS News This Morning.This episode  will explore his  life experiences and how his discovery and focus on systemic change has led to a new approach to recruiting. Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....
Episode 13 - Embedding DEI in Your Mission & Culture with Maxine Carrington CHRO of Northwell Health - #1 Hospital & Health System for Diversity & Inclusion
Nov 18 2021
Episode 13 - Embedding DEI in Your Mission & Culture with Maxine Carrington CHRO of Northwell Health - #1 Hospital & Health System for Diversity & Inclusion
Northwell Health sets the standard of excellence in Healthcare DEI with numerous awards and several years of experience building sustainable solutions. As New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer, Northwell Health has been named, the best health system for diversity in the United States, for the second year in a row, and made the list for the ninth straight year, while remaining in the top spot in the 2021 DiversityInc rankings for Hospitals and Health Systems. Aligning and embedding DEI in your mission and culture is key to success.  Many leaders are embarking on their DEI journey with a focus on the talent lifecycle in their organizations.  Building a comprehensive talent strategy to maximize DEI, requires thought leadership, tools and techniques based on proven best practices and next practices.With 23 hospitals and 800 outpatient centers across New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Connecticut—areas hard hit by COVID-19 early on—and a workforce in the trenches of the pandemic every day, keeping employees safe, motivated and engaged is an ongoing challenge.In this episode we’ll discuss strategy, culture, influence, and explore four key phases of the talent life cycle: Attract, Engage, Develop and Advance to optimize DEI in organizations in these unique times and realize positive results.   Maxine Carrington is Northwell Health’s senior vice president and chief human resources officer.  She shares deep expertise, practical advice, and inspiring vision on this topic. The talent life cycle offers a framework to measure DEI success with real-world perspective for all listeners on their DEI journey---meeting you where you are, as you strive to be an Employer of Choice and the Best Place to Work for All.Maxine has served in progressively responsible leadership roles and has successfully driven team member engagement and development at every layer of the health system. Most recently, she served as deputy chief human resources officer where she was responsible for the design and implementation of strategic initiatives related to the team member experience, career and performance development, change management, workforce diversity, equity and inclusion, corporate social responsibility and compensation. Prior to joining Northwell, Carrington was a manager and attorney with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Labor Relations.Creating Workplace Cultures of Belonging....