The Diversity Pivot Julie Kratz
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The purpose of this podcast is to have the uncomfortable conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion that we all need to be having to PIVOT towards positive social change.
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247: The Inclusive Employee Experience with Torani CEO Melanie Dulbecco
Melanie Dulbecco’s mantra is “grow, baby, grow!” and that’s exactly what she’s done for over 30 years as Torani’s first CEO outside the founding family. Torani, a globally recognized flavor company and certified B-Corp, has averaged double-digit, year-over-year growth in that time. The company culture is palpable, with a shared passion around Torani’s purpose: “Flavor for All, Opportunity for All.” She shares how to:
Build core values around a people-first culture
Measure regrettable turnover to improve retention
Make a role profile with success factors and build skills over time
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246: Decentering Whiteness with Dr. Janice Gassam Assare
Dr. Janice Gassam Assare has over 10 years of experience facilitating racial dialogue and educating others about equity and inclusion. The work that she does is inspired by her mom and her willingness to speak up and speak out against the oppressive systems that she had to navigate in her workplace. Through the strength and perseverance personified through her, she is invigorated to be the change I seek in the world and the workplace.
Dr. J centers her work around the liberation of Black people and more specifically, Black womxn. The reason for this is echoed in the words of the Combahee River Collective:"If Black women were free, it would mean that everyone else would have to be free since our freedom would necessitate the destruction of all the systems of oppression."
Together, we unpack:
The differences between white centering and white supremacy The stages of employee lifecycle and how to mitigate decenter whiteness in hiring, succession planning and meetings How to avoid white centering when over 70% of DEI practitioners are white Follow Dr. J at https://www.drjanicegassam.com/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/JaniceGassamPhD/
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245: April is Autism Acceptance Month with Matt Lowry
It goes without saying that autistic people are human. Yet, for the longest time, autism has been contextualized as robots or needing to be fixed.
Matt Lowry is an Autistic adult and Licensed Psychological Practitioner who works exclusively with Autistic clients, performing neurodiversity-affirming Autism evaluations and providing Autistic Centered Therapy (AuCT)--a form of therapy that he helped create.
Together, we cover:
Why intersectionality is critical to the future of autism False assumptions people make about autism How to make workplaces more inclusive to people with autism Connect with Matt at https://www.mattlowrylpp.com and his work:
The Autistic Culture Podcast website: https://autisticculture.substack.com
TACP on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-autistic-culture-podcast/id1653171456
Autistic Connections Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/619732285448185 -
244: An Allyship Approach to Dismantling Systems with Wema Hoover
Wema Hoover is a global executive and transformational leader of diversity, equity, & inclusion (DEI) and human resources and Principal & CEO of Wema Hoover Advisors, executive coaching firm and Be Limitless Consulting a DEI and Culture firm.
Wema has a proven track record of creating systemic change in organizational culture by embedding diversity and inclusion into people practices, processes, and product approach on a global scale. Wema is a former global Chief Diversity Officer and Head of Culture who has lived in four (4) countries and ran global teams in 26 countries for Google, Sanofi, Pfizer and Bristol-Myers Squibb.
She has partnered with the United Nations and World Economic Forum on global sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Wema also serves as a contributing writer for Fast Company, Inc, NAMI and Diversity Magazine.
Together, we discuss:
The need to shift from “diversity recruiting to “inclusive recruiting”
How corporations can adapt their diversity programs including ERGs to comply with potential legislation while still maintaining their commitment to inclusion
How to move the pendulum and remove DEI from being a partisan football
What recent anti-DEI laws passed in Florida and Texas mean for corporate DEI efforts
Follow Wema at https://www.wemahoover.com/. and Next Pivot Point at nextpivotpoint.com
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243: Why Pronouns Are Important And How They Should Be Used with Julie Kratz
For folks who identify as non-binary or transgender, pronouns are essential to their identity. For folks who identify as cisgender (meaning you identify as the same gender you were assigned at birth where your gender generally corresponds to your biological sex), it may seem silly to share pronouns that may seem obvious to others. Sharing your pronouns is a way to lift the burden off others whose pronouns may not be as clear.
Sharing pronouns creates a welcoming environment for individuals of all gender identities. It helps avoid assumptions based on appearance and ensures that everyone is addressed in a manner that affirms their identity. Different cultures and communities may have unique pronoun preferences. By sharing pronouns, individuals contribute to a more respectful and understanding environment, acknowledging and embracing the diversity of gender expressions.
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242: How Do DEI and AI Coexist with Julie Kratz
Leaders are being tasked with managing a record level of change from politics to social issues due to the rapid pace of technological change. Those who embrace the human skills along with the technical skills will thrive.
AI cannot replace human skills. To establish a competitive advantage in a tight labor market, it's smart to balance these skills in the workplace. This balance boosts retention, productivity and the quality of work performance.
Learn more on Forbes and find Julie at www.Nextpivotpoint.com
Customer Reviews
Always insightful and practical
If you’re looking for practical, useful insights into DEI work (and ally work), then this is the podcast for you. Julie Kratz is clear-eyed and asks the right questions. Always a useful takeaway!
Julie is Leading the Diversity and Inclusion Charge. Very Inspirational
It’s a sad but true fact, that inspite of years of research, and the clear documented bottom line benefits of more inclusive diverse leadership of women and people of color, that the US has not made much progress…
Thank God for advocates like Julie who bring on great fellow advocates, consultants and coaches as guest that are actively engaged in helping advance more diverse leadership, especially at senior levels.
I recommend women (and ESPECIALLY MEN) listen, and learn from this podcast and help sponsor and assist more women to advance into C-Suite roles.
Your company and team will be happier, have better retention and make more money too.
Open and wise
Julie is truly open to and active in dismantling racism and building belonging. She’s expert in her field and can guide her guests well to bring out rich and subtle points.