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🚨 NEW EPISODE 🚨 Tune in as we unpack Rhodes Perry, MPA (he/him)'s transformative path from early leadership spark to a champion of DEI, uncovering his personal and professional endeavors to foster a culture of belonging and authenticity in the workplace. In this episode of On the Schmooze, we explore: 🎇 DEI Community Building: Rhodes has a steadfast commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, founding a community of DEI practitioners that provides support and imagines a progressive future. 🎇 Embracing Entrepreneurship: His leap into starting his own business in 2015, despite fear and uncertainty, underscores his dedication to enriching workplace culture and the importance he places on feeling valued and included. 🎇 Advocating for Authenticity: With a varied career path including roles at the Department of Justice and policy advocacy, Rhodes champions authenticity and the empowerment of LGBTQ+ voices in all professional spheres. 🎇 Redefining Leadership: He views leadership as the ability to inspire collective action, leveraging his early influences and transformative experiences to guide others in achieving impactful diversity, equity, and inclusion work. Hit play on this episode to 'circle' back to the heart of diversity and inclusion, with insights so enriching, you'll feel like you've earned a master's in belonging! On the Schmooze is a podcast that features interviews with talented professionals who have overcome challenges to achieve success. I ask probing questions, and guests share untold stories about their leadership journey and how they built and sustained their professional network. Available wherever you listen to podcasts or at the link below. #entrepreneurship #leadership #marketing #management #networking Photo Description: Rhodes is a white man with brown hair and a goatee. He is wearing glasses, a blus shirt, and a gray sweater while standing in front of a brick wall. The text is the show name, On the Schmooze, and the podcast episode title, "Pioneering Equity."

Change is hard. Changing with diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of it all is even harder. Whatever the road, it’s definitely more than possible to get there. I teamed up with Andy Storch on his podcast, Talent Development Hot Seat, to talk about transforming our company cultures to be both strategic and inclusive of all identities. Developing a culture of diversity and inclusion is not just the right thing to do. It’s the best thing you can do for the success of an innovative business & strategy. We talk about transforming culture to do just that, one leader, one employee and one organization at a time. Let’s erode the mountains of inequity in this world, together. #DifferentTogether #TransformTogether #InnovateTogether #LearnTogether #HappyPride (available wherever you find your podcasts)

👐🏾 Inclusive dialogue isn't just about who speaks - but how we listen and engage. It's not about silencing the outspoken or pushing the reserved; it's about creating space for all voices to be heard and valued. When we master this balance, we foster environments where everyone feels empowered to contribute. The result? Richer discussions, deeper #connections, and more innovative solutions. 👋🏾 How are you creating space for all voices in your organization? . . . 🎙 Reconstructing Inclusion Podcast S1E15 with Raquel Ark #ReconstructingInclusion #Inclusion #DEI #ListeningAlchemy #Listening #Podcast #Diversity

Becoming bias-aware is a journey and the fact is it takes a lot of work and practice to get it right just like riding a bike and we will make mistakes. 🚲 Stacey A. Gordon, MBA thank you for your wisdom and being on the HumanizeHer #podcast

NEW EPISODE AVAILABLE: "If our environment, culture, and structure aren't sufficient for anybody to come in and succeed, and these women were indicators that they weren't, then what is it like for everybody else? And so it is a business necessity we do. Employees don't quit companies; they quit people, and that was a hard reality. " - Joe Barnard, Ken Garff Automotive. Thank you to Dana Geddes, Senior Director of Diversity and Belonging, and Joe Barnard, Vice President of Human Resources, for sharing your insights and experiences over the past few years. Your stories are inspirational and provide a compelling business case for why the principles of the ElevateHER Challenge can be so powerful in shifting company culture to embrace the value of gender diversity. #leadershipdevelopment #podcast #maledominatedindustry #elevateher

One of my favorite podcasts, Pantsuit Politics, recently joined the party here on LinkedIn!    To welcome them, I thought I would share this blast from the past.    Like any good business, their brand and messaging have evolved along the way.  One thing I love about their brand evolution is that it allowed them to be even more authentically themselves - a journey I'd love to see more women in leadership take. (And a great reason to give them a follow!)   Here are my takeaways from our conversation back in 2019 after their book 'I think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening)' came out: 💡 The desire to blame and control is the root of all management failures 💡 The ability to name your values is a powerful exercise that helps you show up authentically in difficult situations 💡 Having a supportive community is vital to overcoming the voice in your head that says you are 'too much" 💡 Gender neutral family leave policies can lay the foundation for equal pay and equal influence at work 💡 There is no "right" career-path to becoming a successful leader 💡 Give yourself permission to make a life, not just make a career https://lnkd.in/eMA8Psjn

"What a waste of a woman, to try to be a man". Here's a small clip from E25 of #marveltalks with Cleo Papadopoulou, Partner and Chief Inclusion & Diversity Officer at PwC Cyprus. The episode is packed with value, inspiration and wisdom nuggets by the first femaie partner of PWC Cyprus. To watch the full 1-hour episode click the links in the comments section below. And don't forget to subscribe! #marveltalks #podcast #leadership #diversityandinclusion #DEI #culturewars #professionaldevelopment #equality #femalepartner #PwCCyprus #pwc

🚲 Education is like riding a bike - you can’t just read how to do something, you have to actually do the things and practice to become good at the things you want to learn to be good at. Stacey A. Gordon, MBA talks about learning how to be more inclusive by practicing inclusivity in the workplace. 💭 “We’re automatically ingrained to exclude, so if we want to include we have to work at it.” Check out the Rework Work course on Unconscious Inclusion today to dive deep into learning how to be more inclusive in your life. 🔗 Links to full episode in comments 🔗 #HumanizeHer | #Podcast | #Empowerment | #WomenSupportingWomen | #DEI | #Diversity | #Equity | #Inclusion

🌟✨ Dive into the empowering journey of Penny Mkhize, a beacon of leadership and innovation! 🌟✨ From being the lone woman in her engineering class to leading in GE 100, Penny's story is one of resilience and triumph against all odds. Join us in this captivating episode as Penny shares her secrets to success, rooted in gratitude, self-belief, and unwavering determination. 💪 Resilience Against Adversity: Learn how Penny overcame skepticism and stereotypes to emerge as a powerful force in a male-dominated industry. Her journey inspires us to push past barriers and reach for our dreams. 🌍 Championing Change: Explore Penny's commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment. Through her leadership, she's not only breaking glass ceilings but building a more inclusive and equitable future for all. 💡 Visionary Leadership: Discover Penny's vision for a united Africa, where renewable energy and education are catalysts for transformation. Her work in rural communities demonstrates the power of leadership to drive meaningful change. 👏 Authenticity and Courage: Don't miss out on Penny's call for authentic leadership. She reminds us that true leaders listen with their hearts and speak with courage, inspiring others to do the same. Click this link: https://lnkd.in/dV2HreeD and join the journey with Penny Mkhize and be inspired to lead with compassion, courage, and purpose! 🚀 #EmpowermentLeadership #PennyMkhize #Innovation #DareGreatly

https://lnkd.in/eftXm93i 🌟 New Episode Alert: BW Unfiltered 🌟 We’re thrilled to have the dynamic Dr. Nicole King-Smith on today’s podcast! As the innovative CEO and founder of NK Enterprise Consulting, LLC, Dr. King-Smith is a powerhouse that bridges cultural gaps in the workplace and helps organizations reach their full potential. With over two decades in the hospitality industry and countless Fortune 500 companies under her guidance, she’s known for her passion for exceptional customer service. Dr. King-Smith is an award-winning leader whose international talks on leadership, equity, and inclusion resonate deeply. In this episode, we delve into: The importance of building intergenerational relationships in professional and personal growth. How to navigate cultural workplace differences. Leadership tips that set the tone for success. Dr. King-Smith’s adaptability allows her to shine in any setting, from one-on-one consultations to large symposiums. Her insights will undoubtedly inspire and empower! Tune in now to gain fresh perspectives on leadership and inclusion! #BWUnfiltered #Leadership #Inclusion #Diversity #Podcast