EDPA Upper Midwest Chapter’s Post

This is a fantastic article by fellow DEI practitioner and friend, Kimberly Hulsey, J.D., who does a wonderful job outlining the importance of DEI work. The whole piece is excellent, but I find the following quotation particularly meaningful: "A recent analysis by Bloomberg showed that there are 41 women CEOs at S&P 500 companies, setting a new record. Of the top Fortune 500 CEOs, four are Black people (one Black woman) and only two Hispanic women have served in the role. Do women not ascend to these roles because they lack the skill, ability, or experience? Of course not. No one believes that one’s gender alone makes one more or less able to handle leadership at the highest levels. Diversity leaders know—and can help others see—that talent is equally distributed while opportunities are not. Initiatives led by DEI and other professionals examine current structures, quantify barriers that might inadvertently diminish or slow the advancement of those in the talent pool, and devise solutions that advance the opportunity for everyone's success."

Six arts leaders of color will represent the M-AAA region in the third cohort of the National Leaders of Color Fellowship. Recognized for their leadership, Victoria Botero, Ashley Hoskins, EunKyung Jeong, Alajia McKizia, Andi Meyer, and Melissa Mitchell are shaping the future of the arts through their innovative leadership and vision. This fellowship, a program of Creative West and administered in collaboration with five other US Regional Arts Organizations (USRAOs), seeks to empower and connect leaders of color across the nation. It provides a unique platform for cohorts to engage in meaningful conversations and exchange ideas both regionally and nationally. Nationally, 55 leaders have been awarded in this latest cohort. Meet the leaders from our region... https://lnkd.in/gbAQ-kjV

🏙️ Excited to attend NAIOP CRE.Converge 2024! 🏙️ Looking forward to exploring the latest in commercial real estate with industry leaders! One topic I’m particularly passionate about is the often-overlooked complexities of property tax assessments in CRE. As Altus Group highlights in a recent article, tax assessments frequently miss the mark due to a lack of understanding of how properties truly operate in today’s market. 📊 With ever-evolving asset types, fluctuating markets, and increasing regulations, many assessments fail to accurately reflect a property’s current value or future potential. This can lead to unnecessary tax burdens that hinder profitability and growth. I’m eager to dive deeper into these discussions at NAIOP CRE.Converge, where we can explore strategies to ensure assessments better align with the real financial and operational performance of assets. Let’s connect if you’ll be there – I’d love to discuss how we can navigate these challenges and unlock more value through informed property tax strategies. #NAIOPCREConverge #NAIOP #propertytax #PropertyTaxStrategy #AltusGroup #CommercialRealEstate #Networking https://lnkd.in/eyZxesu2

As we conclude the 32nd Agora Youth Awards, we recognize the outstanding achievements of our young leaders, including the distinguished valedictorian. As shared by Director Leah Marie G. Ayeng, 'You cannot be excellent without a genuine heart.' Let this serve as a guiding principle for all our future endeavors. #PMA #SustainabilityMarketing #AgoraYouthAwards #ExcellenceInLeadership #FutureVisionaries"

Re: Advocating for Small Businesses at UNITY WEEK -THE ASK I’m excited to share this powerful moment from UNITY WEEK 2024, where Justin Nelson President & CEO of NGLCC, passionately advocated on behalf of small businesses. Justin’s leadership and commitment to fostering inclusion were on full display as he highlighted the importance of supporting diverse businesses across the nation. His message underscores why events like UNITY WEEK—bringing together leaders from NGLCC, WBENC, and the broader NBIC community—are so critical for creating opportunities and driving progress. Watch and be inspired. #UnityWeek2024 #NGLCC #SmallBusinessAdvocacy #WBENC #Leadership

Knowledge is Power

Isn’t it time our boardrooms truly reflected the diversity of society? 👀 Jude Davis, Business Operation Director at OLMEC, highlights the critical underrepresentation of Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) professionals in UK boardrooms and showcases how Olmec’s Black on Board (BoB) programme equips participants with leadership skills, mentorship, and opportunities to break systemic barriers, in the latest edition of The Financial Technologist. By fostering boardroom diversity, initiatives like BoB enhance decision-making, broaden perspectives, and empower organisations to reflect the communities they serve. Download your free copy of The Financial Technologist to read the full article 👇 https://lnkd.in/ecSRfu46 #TheFinancialTechnologist #T1WAwards #FinTechMagazine 

As practitioners of EOS and champions for leadership inside organizations, we know the importance behind this quote and it's practicality in the EOS world. When getting the right people in the right seats at the right time, understanding what GWC means for a specific role in your company is paramount. What are the specific experiences and skills that will allow someone to succeed in a specific leadership role? Explore our experience working with EOS companies on our website! #EOS #eosworldwide #ginowickman #Traction #getit #wantit #capacity

Day 9 | 21 Gifts of Leadership: A Festive Journey 21 Years of Clore Leadership and the Changing Landscape of Governance and Boards To celebrate 21 years, governance associates Prue Skene and Keith Arrowsmith sat down to reflect on two decades of collaboration with Clore Leadership, exploring the evolution of board development, the challenges facing arts organisations, and the role of governance in shaping effective, sustainable leadership. https://lnkd.in/esRFbtuv #21GiftsofLeadership #CloreLeadership21

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