Culture Stew

Welcome Back! We are so excited for you to join us in Season 4 of Culture Stew! This season we're spotlighting more guests who aren't necessarily DEI practitioners but are exploring and incorporating DEI in a wide variety of industries. This work can't just live in the small but mighty community of people who make DEI our career. It's exciting to see so many people taking ownership and doing creative work around social justice, equity, and inclusion in fields like the fitness industry, community engagement and organizing, animal welfare, and personal wellness and therapy. We will continue to share the stories of our hosts, Maria Morukian and Roger Moreano, and how they shape how we show up in this work. Like we say in the intro, we are not one dimensional and multiple realities exist, so we aim to ask the questions we are wrestling with, provide resources for further learning, and hopefully share the wisdom that we have gained during this process. We're looking to you for help in how to shape this podcast for you! What areas do you want to learn more about? Who are you looking to hear from? How are you engaging in this work? What questions do you have? Anything you feel like sending to us - email us at Culture Stew@MSMGlobalConsulting.Com - This is for all Culture Stew resources including the newsletter and the blog! Join us for another season of learning, laughter, and listening to fascinating stories. Let's go and let's get to work.

In this special episode of Culture Stew, we celebrate the year by looking back at some of our amazing conversations with our incredible guests. In this hour-long special, we take a listen to seven of our guests this year and reflect on the amazing conversations, questions, stories and lessons we've learned. In this episode we will hear Maria and Roger as well as Jay Peterson, Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, Minal Bopiah, Jamie Washington, Judy Le, Stacey Gordon, and Rehman Abdulrehman! Listen to their full podcasts here: https://msmglobalconsulting.com/category/culture-stew-podcast/ More about our guests in the clips: Jay: How do we teach children to honor diversity and inclusion? Jay Peterson is a Canadian elementary school music teacher residing in London, Ontario. Jay has written the book Saxophone Sits Alone as a way to discuss inclusion and diversity in the classroom in an accessible yet powerful way. https://www.amazon.com/Saxophone-Sits-Alone-Jay-Peterson/dp/166415826X  Jonathan:Thesis: Crafting an identity: an examination of the lived experiences of minority racial and ethnic individuals in the workplace - http://etheses.lse.ac.uk/3475/    Meta Review of the Business Case for Diversity  https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/49638/the_business_case_for_equality_and_diversity.pdf    The Performative Problem of Diversity and Inclusion  https://elementofinclusion.com/the-performative-problem-of-diversity-inclusion    The Propaganda Problem of Diversity and Inclusion  https://elementofinclusion.com/the-propaganda-problem-of-diversity-inclusion  Minal:For more information, please visit https://theequitybook.com  #TheEquityBookJamie:For more information about Dr. Washington, visit his website at: https://washingtonconsultinggroup.net/jamie-washington#:~:text=Dr.,education%20for%20over%2036%20years. Judy:She is currently an instructor for the Glasscock School of Continuing Studies at Rice University where she teaches a course on the Art and Practice of Influencing Without Authority. http://www.gotakeroot.com/about-index Stacey:“Stacey's book, UNBIAS: Addressing Unconscious Bias at Work debuted at #1 on Amazon's Hot New Release list and is also available at Barnes & Nobles, and wherever books are sold.”Rehman: Check out Rehman at https://leadwithdiversity.com/podcast and his new Bias Tool Kit:  https://leadwithdiversity.com/bob/ Watch Rehman's TedX Talk at:  https://tedxwinnipeg.ca/speaker/rehman-abdulrehma

Veritas Culture, led by Vince Brantley and Chris Armstrong, guides culture exploration, understanding, and resolution in an inclusive, root-focused manner. Chris and Vince specialize in deep, honest dialogues that bring people together to explore challenging issues and topics. The Veritas Academy offers training, coaching, and facilitator certification programs on Diversity-to-Belonging and Culture Assessment facilitation.  https://veritasculture.com/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/veritas-culture/

Often known by her role in NBC's CHICAGO MED as Nurse Trinidad “Trini” Campos, Marie Tredway has been creating her own path forward. From an untraditional educational experience, to finding her passion in acting and in the arts, to making her mother proud, Maria, Marie and Roger take today's podcast into talking about these area, and more. “Marie Tredway is a Chicago based director/actor/choreographer. Marie is passionate about being an advocate for marginalized voices through her work and storytelling.” You can hear her passion, her style and her ability to bringing you into this storytelling in today's podcast. To learn more about Marie, you and follow her on Instagram @mariegtred.

In light of the continued struggles we view everyday on the news, on our social media feeds, in countless stories and podcasts, how might we set aside judgment and instead, get curious? Can we start with the fact that we are whole and human first? Can we stop othering people and placing them in superfluous boxes? Today, Maria and Roger take the time to discuss these questions and more with Judy Le. In this powerful conversation, the three speak about flipping the narrative around others and how to connect with each other across differences, and how adaptive leadership plays a role. Additionally, the conversation revolves around the refugee experience and how our lives can change in a moment. This is the world we live in.  More about Judy Le:Judy Le has over 20 years of leadership development experience in the for-profit, non-profit, and higher education sectors. As CEO of TakeRoot, LLC, Judy works with clients to create meaningful change in their work and communities. Before starting TakeRoot, she served as the director of Leadership Rice at Rice University. She is currently an instructor for the Glasscock School at Rice University where she teaches all the courses of the leadership certificate, including the Art and Practice of Influencing Without Authority.

In another co-hosted episode of the Culture Stew Podcast, Maria and Roger have an emotional and heartfelt conversation on who we all are and what makes us that way. They talk about how to learn about why we are the way that we are and transform that into sustaining ourselves. How do you learn more, build community, and find purpose within yourself? How do you find peace? What makes your energy shift? These questions, and more, encompass the conversation around what you need to do what you want to do.    Learn more about Tanya:“Tanya O. Williams' mission is to provide and create spaces in relationships, conversations, and communities for all people to feel seen and appreciated for their authentic selves. She believes that educating and working toward equity within organizations and working with individuals to invite them into their authentic power and agency will get us closer to that goal. Born and raised in a working class in Houston, Texas, Tanya is based in Brooklyn, NY leads Authentic Coaching and Consulting (www.authenticseeds.org ) to move closer to her mission and vision of a socially just world.”

Join us on another special episode where Maria Morukian and guest host, Roger Moreano welcome Dr. Randal Jelks to Culture Stew. Come along as the three speak about the historical trends of civil rights, Dr. Jelks' background, and his experience with DEI as a democratic process. “Randal Maurice Jelks is Professor of African and African American Studies and American  Studies. He is the co-editor of the academic journal American Studies (AMSJ). Jelks is an award-winning author and documentary film producer.” Learn more about Dr. Jelks and his books:African Americans in the Furniture City: The Struggle for Civil Rights Struggle in Grand Rapids,  Benjamin Elijah Mays, Schoolmaster of the Movement: A Biography,  Faith and Struggle in the  Lives of Four African Americans: Ethel Waters, Mary Lou Williams, Eldridge Cleaver,  Muhammad Ali and Letters to Martin: Meditations on Democracy in Black America. Connect with Dr. Jelks here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randalmauricejelks

In this episode of Culture Stew, joining Maria on the interview role is Roger Moreano. The two of them speak with Dr. Jaime Washington about all areas around what DEI means to us personally and professionally. The three of them talk about the importance of family, the pervasiveness of everyday racism, and how the systemic nature of bias and racisim impact us in all areas of life. They also dive deep into where spirituality fits into DEI conversations. Some more about Dr. Jamie Washington: He is the President & Founder of the Washington Consulting Group (WCG). “WCG was named by the Economist as one of the Top 10 Global Diversity Consultants in the world. Dr. Washington has served as an educator, administrator, and consultant for over 37 years.” For more information about Dr. Washington, visit his website at: https://washingtonconsultinggroup.net/jamie-washington#:~:text=Dr.,education%20for%20over%2036%20years.

“Leading at the intersection of diversity, inclusion, and workplace culture, in her role as Executive Advisor and Diversity Strategist of Rework Work, Stacey Gordon coaches and counsels executive leaders on DEI strategies for the business.” Maria and Stacey take this episode of Culture Stew and explore the complexities of belonging, culture change, and how this fits within our individual identities.  More information about Stacey:  “Stacey's book, UNBIAS: Addressing Unconscious Bias at Work debuted at #1 on Amazon's Hot New Release list and is also available at Barnes & Nobles, and wherever books are sold. Stacey is the creator of the #1 course on unconscious bias on the LinkedIn learning platform which has surpassed more than 1 million unique learners overall and has been translated into at least six languages. She has worked with people managers and executive leaders from companies such as American Express, ADP, Kia Motors, Hewlett Packard, Walmart, GE and many others to deliver notable sessions that support their D&I efforts. She earned her MBA from Pepperdine University Business School and her SHRM-SCP certification, as well as the SHRM Inclusive Workplace Culture Credential.”

On this episode of Culture Stew, Maria speaks with Alida Miranda-Wolffabout her journey into the DEI space, the building of Ethos, and her new book Cultures of Belonging: Building Inclusive Organizations that Last. They ponder the problems around DEI perseverance, pivoting and possibilities in this poignant podcast.   Alida Miranda-Wolff is the CEO and Founder of Ethos and author of the forthcoming book Cultures of Belonging: Building Inclusive Organizations that Last, set to be out February 15, 2022. Alida received her certification in diversity, equity, and inclusion from Georgetown University and has eight years of practitioner experience. In 2021, Alida was a recipient of the University of Chicago's Early Career Achievement Award. February 15th - Pre-Order Alida's new book, Cultures of Belonging: Building Inclusive Organizations That Last!Learn more about Ethos Talent: https://ethostalent.com/our-team/

In this episode of Culture Stew, Maria and Bradley Schurman discuss the complexities of demographics, generations, and the change in social structures. They also discuss his book, The Super Age: Decoding our Demographic Destiny, “A demographic futurist explains the coming Super Age—when there will be more people older than sixty-five than those under the age of eighteen—and explores what it could mean for our collective future.” Bradley Schurman is a demographic futurist and opinion maker on all things dealing with the business of longevity. Bradley is a social connector that has built his reputation by helping leading organizations harness the opportunities of our increasingly older and generationally diverse populations. His insights inform national leaders and c-suite executives around the world.Connect with Bradley: The Super Age Looking Toward the Future: Three Big Trends for 2022 The Kids Are Not Alright (But They Are Going to be Just Fine) Bradley Schurman on LinkedIn The Super Age Twitter

Today, we flip the table and interview Maria about her new book: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (available to order today: https://www.td.org/book/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-for-trainers !) Roger Moreano and Maria sit down to talk about what inspired her to write this book, who this book is for and where we are going in the DEI space and how to apply a DEI lens to our lives every day. Learn more:“Make DEI Training Foundational in Your Organization   When done well, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training creates space for courageous conversations that acknowledge hard truths around systemic inequities and explores topics that touch on people's vulnerabilities in all facets of their lives. For those of you who do this work, there has not been a clear path to follow for making progress. As a DEI trainer, you have forged your own way and learned as you went.   With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace, the need for DEI trainers to go at it alone comes to an end. Expert facilitator Maria Morukian provides the guidance you need to develop the knowledge and skills required for DEI training. Morukian covers the historical underpinnings and rationale for DEI work; takes you through the process of organizational assessment, design, and delivery; and offers strategies for embedding DEI and promoting sustainability through collaborative practices and dialogues, allowing you to develop and understand your own identity lenses and biases. Reflection questions and worksheets are included in every chapter.” Remember to sign up for our newsletter by visiting https://msmglobalconsulting.com/ and scrolling to the bottom of the page.  YouTube video clip: https://youtu.be/3Mn-fQvchBA

“A globally recognised authority on Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace, Jonathan has a PhD from the London School of Economics which allows him to bring the academic rigour that his FTSE 100 clients expect. He is currently writing a book to support his mission to help one million people around the world to make the workplace inclusive.”On this episode of Culture Stew, Maria and Jonathan have an energetic and powerful conversation about Jonathan's personal and professional journey into the Diversity and Inclusion field, service and contribution, identity, and how  leaders can enact sustainable change rather than engage in performative allyship.  Listed below are items Jonathan mentions throughout the podcast.  Thesis: Crafting an identity: an examination of the lived experiences of minority racial and ethnic individuals in the workplace http://etheses.lse.ac.uk/3475/ Meta Review of the Business Case for Diversity  https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/49638/the_business_case_for_equality_and_diversity.pdf The Performative Problem of Diversity and Inclusion  https://elementofinclusion.com/the-performative-problem-of-diversity-inclusion The Propaganda Problem of Diversity and Inclusion  https://elementofinclusion.com/the-propaganda-problem-of-diversity-inclusion

Join us today as Maria and Kelly discuss the world of change, social intelligence, and her book LEAD THE CHANGE: The Competitive Advantage of Gender Diversity and Inclusion. They will ask questions about how social and family leave benefits all genders, how work-life policies can impact productivity, and what you can do to advocate and lead the change. “Kelly has led the development of the Women in Mining Canada's National Action Plan and is currently spearheading another 3-year progressive and more comprehensive national action plan in the forest sector. Kelly's inclusive leadership style ensures everyone feels heard and is engaged. She values both individual and intergroup differences in the workforce. Kelly is a strong advocate for applying EQ skills such as empathy, impulse control, assertiveness, among others to help everyone find greater understanding of the benefits to gender diversity and inclusion – both social and economic.” Learn more here: https://www.centreforsocialintelligence.ca/

In this episode of Culture Stew, Maria and Minal discuss privilege, leadership and how we can build support for equity in leadership and in ways to ensure that everyone thrives.   Learn more about Minal: Minal Bopaiah is the author of Equity: How to Design Organizations Where Everyone Thrives. She is the founder of Brevity & Wit, a strategy + design firm that combines human-centered design, behavior change science and the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility to help organizations transform themselves and the world. Bopaiah has written for the Stanford Social Innovation Review and The Hill and has been a featured guest on numerous podcasts and shows, including the Kojo Nnamdi Show on WAMU. She has also been a keynote speaker for many conferences, inspiring thousands with her credible, authentic, and engaging talks. For more information, please visit https://theequitybook.com #TheEquityBook

How do we teach children to honor diversity and inclusion? Jay Peterson is a Canadian elementary school music teacher residing in London, Ontario. Jay has written the book Saxophone Sits Alone as a way to discuss inclusion and diversity in the classroom in an accessible yet powerful way. https://www.amazon.com/Saxophone-Sits-Alone-Jay-Peterson/dp/166415826X

Today we sat down with Dr. Rehman Abdulrehman to discuss bias and the psychological elements of our biased behaviors. Check out Rehman at https://leadwithdiversity.com/podcast and his new Bias Tool Kit: https://leadwithdiversity.com/bob/ Watch Rehman's TedX Talk at: https://tedxwinnipeg.ca/speaker/rehman-abdulrehman/

Join us for the third season of the Culture Stew Podcast! This season we'll continue to explore the many dimensions of our identities that influence our beliefs, behaviors, and blind spots, and serve up practical tools and strategies to engage in meaningful diversity dialogues, foster inclusion in our workplaces, and advocate for equity and justice.

Our guest this week, Omar Harris, has important insights to share in the intersection of servant leadership and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Omar is founder of Intent Consulting. His work focuses on leadership and Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion or J.E.DI. for short. He is the author of “The Servant Leader's Manifesto” published in 2020 and the upcoming book Be a J.E.D.I. Leader, Not a Boss, coming out June 25, 2021. https://www.omarlharris.com/

How narrow might your news consumption be and what contributes to that? Today's podcast guests will share insights from their recent book, Unbias the News - Tina Lee, Director of Ambassador Programmes at Hostwriter, Tanya Pampalone, Managing Editor of the Global Investigative Journalism Network, and Anuradha Sharma, an independent journalist. To learn more about the book, please visit unbiasthenews.org or visit hostwriter.org

Today Maria interviews Dan Egol, co-founder and Executive Director of the Inclusion NextWork, a global network of emerging leaders passionate about innovating the ways we build relationships, organizations, and communities so that everyone can thrive. This episode explores the importance of fostering Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Social Justice (IDEAS) to drive true systemic change. https://www.inclusionnextwork.org/about

Tamika Mason is the founder and CEO of Building for Mission, a consulting firm dedicated to helping individuals and mission-driven organizations maximize their impact through effective talent, organization development, and REDI (Race, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) strategy consulting.  https://buildingformission.com/

Ashish Kaushal is the owner of Hire Talent, a recruiting firm specializing in diversity. Ashish is also the founder of Consciously Unbiased, an organization dedicated to disrupting traditional diversity training to focus on true culture change. Ashish’s mission is to “connect the hearts and minds of people across organizations and industries to spark behavior change and drive inclusion.” In today’s podcast, we talk about how to raise the unconscious behaviors to the conscious level, develop strategic goals for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and leverage technology to correct everyday behaviors. Find out more at https://www.consciouslyunbiased.com.

Arab Americans come from over twenty different countries and cultures, and have long been a part of the fabric of our country. Reposting an interview with Luby Ismail of Connecting Cultures, who has long been an advocate and educator on Arab and Muslim identity. 

This date symbolizes how far into the year women must work to earn what men earned in the previous year. Yesterday, I had the honor of serving on a panel with an incredible group of women. Tina Tchen, President and CEO of Time’s Up, Fatima Goss Graves, President & CEO of the National Women’s Law Center, Eve Rodsky, author of Fair Play, and Mandy Bynum Mclaughlin, CEO of the Race Equality Project. https://www.linkedin.com/company/consciouslyunbiased/videos/

Moses Harris and Lawrence Humphrey are the co-founders of Tech Can [Do] Better, an organization was founded by Black tech employees to make the industry work better for people of color and marginalized groups. They are on a mission to drive equitable, measurable, and enforceable policies within the tech industry to elevate Black and Brown employees and communities.

My guest, Pranam Lipinski, co-founded Door of Clubs, an online platform that connects employers to diverse college student organizations. He has surveyed 15,000+ Gen Z’ers about the future of work, and held hundreds of focus groups with college student organizations. Pranam is passionate about bridging the understanding gap between Gen Z and other generations to create more empathy and effectiveness in the workplace.

Is it possible to be a refugee and still have privilege? How do we make space for the multiple layers of our complex stories? Margarita Rozenfeld is the President of Incite International, a consulting and coaching firm that helps organizations become more effective by aligning their vision, culture and people. She shares how her personal experience as an immigrant from the former Soviet Union has led her on a journey of self-discovery to define her unique identity and come to terms with white privilege. http://www.inciteinternational.com

From the Archives: Reflecting back on where we were a year ago, I re-listened to this episode from January 2020 with Mary-Frances Winters of the Winters Group about inclusive conversations, Black fatigue, and ways to really engage in the work of allyship. Inclusive Conversations: Fostering Equity, Empathy, and Belonging Across Differences  

In today’s podcast, I had the opportunity to interview two incredible leaders and advocates for disability rights and inclusion – Holly Carmichael and Michael Murry of GT Independence.

On today’s show I have Kimberly Dailey, the CEO of Dailey Innovations. Kimberly is an organizational development specialist with over 20 years of experience partnering with clients to bring clarity, focus, and alignment to their diverse teams. Kimberly’s approach combines the arts, organizational behavior and psychology, and neuroscience. Her work with organizations brings together not just a collective emotionally powerful experience, but also provides an opportunity to conduct grounded research and strategic planning. Kimberly is the author of the upcoming book, Purposeful Creativity Methods: Building Insight and Connection in Business and Communities. http://daileyinnovationsinc.com/    

Post- election we are hearing both messages of waging battle and messages of unity and healing. What will it take for us to let go of seeing anyone who disagrees with us ideologically as "the other side" with whom we are at war? It's time to rebuild as a nation but are we ready and how do we start?

Do you know how much the U.S. Census touches all of our lives? The abrupt closing of the Census 2020 puts vulnerable populations in jeopardy for years to come. My guest this week is Melissa Bird, the executive director of the DC Census 2020. 

In today’s episode I interviewed Dr. Michael Baran, who is the co-author of the book, Subtle Acts of Exclusion. Michael is a Senior Partner and Digital Solutions Lead at inQUEST Consulting, He brings innovation and deep understanding to wide audiences, helping them think, lead, and interact inclusively. In addition to his consulting, Michael has taught at Harvard University and worked as a Principal Researcher at the American Institutes for Research. 

Ruth Littlejohn is an organizational development consultant, executive coach and change management facilitator, as well as a spiritual leader. Her most recent work involves facilitating affinity groups for African American and White women to have a safe space to engage in critical conversations about race with people of the same identity group.

Lobna “Luby” Ismail, founder and president of Connecting Cultures, is a facilitator and storyteller who has trained thousands of law enforcement officials and federal agencies on Arab culture and Muslim identity. In addition to her work in building cultural competence around Islam, Luby is also an advocate for disability rights. You can find her at www.connecting-cultures.net and at www.linked.com/in/lubyismail.

Culture Stew is back for another season and we have some incredible guests lined up. This season we will focus on a range of hot topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including bias in the news, micro-aggressions, disability bias, and antiracism. Join the conversation!

Culture Stew is on a brief hiatus! As we prepare to bring you fresh content with amazing guests, please enjoy this episode from our archives with Tod Ewing, author of Seeing Heaven in the Face of Black Men. Tod was one of our first guests and his words carry special meaning for us right now as we search to build community across racial differences

Dr. Shaista Khiliji is a professor at George Washington University and the the Director of the OLL program. Along with her colleagues Jason Smith, Mia Amato Caliendo, and Zoe King, she is founding the Humanizing Initiative, which serves to develop more humanistic and inclusive leaders that foster organizational cultures that promote human dignity and well-being. You can find out more by contacting Dr. Khiliji at sekhilji@gwu.edu or check out the website: humanizinginitiative.com 

Dr. Shaista Khiliji is a professor of Human and Organizational Learning and International Affairs at George Washington University. Her research focuses on issues related to Macro Talent Development, Diversity & Inclusion, humanizing organizations/ leadership, and individual experiences with inequality.

What do we do in this moment of heaviness, when the rage and pain and heartache has hit such a fever pitch in our society? Musical groups practice staggered breathing, where they rotate breathing among themselves to create one strong, continuous melody.  If we believe we're all in this together, and we want to address racial injustice in our society, it's time for white people to pick up the note so folks of color can take a breath. 

We see so much written and discussed on the overall experiences of inequality for women in the workforce, but what is often missed is the disparate experiences based on racial and ethnic privileges. Kami Anderson and Joy Wiggins, co-authors of From Sabotage to Support: A New Vision for Feminist Solidarity in the Workplace, provide insights on how women are acculturated within systems that encourage them to sabotage one another.  You can find the book on Amazon. You can contact Kami at sojourningwhileblack@gmail.com and Joy at joy@joywiggins.com. 

This week’s podcast guest is Joe Gerstandt. Joe is renowned speaker, author and advisor who works with organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small non-profits in they diversity and inclusion efforts. You can find Joe on Twitter and LinkedIn @joegerstandt, and on his website https://joegerstandt.com.

What does it mean to decolonize organizations or institutions and why is it important for diversity, equity, and inclusion work? Listen to this thoughtful and provocative interview Lupita Gonzalez, an activist, consultant, and coach who brings a wealth of experience working with organizations on issues of racial equity and justice, resilience, and collective power. You can find more about Lupita at her website https://thethriveadvisory.com.   This podcast is edited and managed by Derrick Michaud Shelby Row Productions, LLC www.shelbyrowproductions.com

We are launching a series of video and audio tutorials to support leaders managing their teams through times of crisis. In this week's episode, we focus on just checking in, asking powerful questions to find out how your people are doing rather than what they are doing. Check out the video series at https://msmglobalconsulting.com!

How do we build the world we want to live in, one in which everyone’s story is valued, and people feel a deep sense of belonging? Howard Ross, founder of Cook Ross, is a lifelong social justice advocate, and one of the world’s seminal thought leaders on identifying and addressing unconscious bias.  Howard has written numerous books, including Everyday Bias:  Identifying and Navigating Unconscious Judgments in Our Daily Lives, ReInventing Diversity: Transforming Organizational Community to Strengthen People, Purpose and Performance, and Our Search for Belonging: How the Need for Connection Is Tearing Our Culture Apart, His next book, Building Belonging: 9 Pathways to Creating Inclusive and Joyful Organizational Communities, will be published in 2020. Reach him at howard@udarta.com.

No matter where you work or what you do, you and everyone you know has been impacted physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually by the novel Coronavirus known as Covid-19. In this special episode, Maria shares best practices for leaders and managers to support their teams during crisis.

How can we show up to and for one another, even when we differ greatly in our ideas and beliefs? How can we allow ourselves and one another to be imperfect, to make mistakes, and to come around to a new perspective that wasn’t available to us before? Harvey Floyd II is on the faculty at UPenn’s Wharton School of Business, and a trainer and coach focusing on organizational dynamics, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What can be done to navigate the ongoing challenges for women to get on an equal playing field? Dr. Martha Miller is an expert in diversity and inclusion and a thought leader in gender equity for women leaders. She has taught at both Harvard and Yale University, and is the faculty director of the UCLA Anderson Women’s Leadership Institute.

How is resilience linked to diversity, inclusion and identity? What invisible wounds do people carry with them into the workplace and their personal relationships? How do we help ourselves and others build resilience, to not “spring back” but and thrive in our new existence? David Shade is an entrepreneur, a veteran, and a war hero, who served fearlessly for four years and then worked to navigate the challenges of PTSD after receiving the Purple Heart for his valor. His story is one of courage and transformation, and hopefully will inspire others to build resilience for themselves and others. Check out more of David’s story at his company’s website, atattentiondogs.com or his TEDx talk.

My guest this week is Mary-Frances Winters, the founder and CEO of The Winters Group, a consulting firm focusing on global organizational development and diversity and inclusion work. Mary-Frances is widely known in the diversity, equity, and inclusion field as a thought leader, and for the past 35 years she has impacted hundreds of organizations and thousands of individuals with her provocative approach. She also has a blog with great resources and articles called The Inclusion Solution.