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Today Maria Morukian, author and CEO of MSM Global Consulting, joins me on The HR L&D Podcast to speak to you all directly about how to implement effective Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (also known as DEI) strategies, and perhaps more importantly, how HR leaders can ensure they result in fuelling lasting DEI change within their organisations. As the CEO of MSM Global Consulting, Maria Morukian's mission has been focused on helping organisations to develop and implement strategies that create more equitable and inclusive global workforces. Not only has her work been featured in Forbes and TD Magazine, but her company was also recognized as one of the Top 10 Diversity and Inclusion companies by Manage HR Magazine in 2022. Maria is a sought-after speaker and has presented on the TEDx stage, for Big Tech, federal agencies, higher education, and multinational corporations. She is also the host of the popular DEI podcast, Culture Stew and the author of the book: “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace”Key Learnings:Human Resources: Integral to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.DEI Passion: Driven by personal commitment to equality and inclusion.DEI Failures: Lack of commitment and actionable strategies are major stumbling blocks.Overcoming Polarisation: Essential to depoliticize DEI through education and dialogue.Lasting Change: Leadership commitment and continuous education key to sustainable DEI.HR Leader Skills: Empathy, cultural competence, and strategic planning are crucial.DEI Sustainability: Embed DEI into culture and maintain clear metrics for success.Leadership in DEI: Senior leaders must actively support and embody DEI values.Global DEI: Cultural sensitivity and adaptability are vital in multinational settings.Connect with Maria:Website: http://www.msmglobalconsulting.com/Maria LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-morukian/ Connect with Nick Day:• ✉️ Email: nick@jgarecruitment.com • Phone: 01727800377•

Special Guest: Maria Marukian: Speaker and Host of ‘Culture Stew' Maria Morukian is a recognized organizational development practitioner specializing in training, coaching, and facilitation with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. Maria is the President of MSM Global Consulting, and an adjunct faculty member at American University's School of International Service. She previously served in leadership and organizational development positions at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's Federal Executive Institute and the U.S. Department of State. She has also served in leadership positions at Management Concepts and the National MultiCultural Institute. Over the last two decades, Maria has trained and coached thousands of individuals around the world to build practices for better communication, foster competent and respectful workplaces, and navigate conflict for meaningful culture change. She has worked with such diverse clients as PBS Distribution, the National Park Service, National Institutes of Health, the World Bank, and the Association for Animal Welfare Advancement.  Maria is host of the podcast Culture Stew, which focuses on the multidimensionality of identity and best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join us as we discuss fostering competent and respectful workplaces. Listen Live (Archive Available) Host: Andy Goram

In episode 161, Erik and Kerel talk with Maria Morukian, CEO at MSM Global Consulting, a company offering a unique approach to organizational culture change by empowering organizations to achieve greater success through embracing equity, diversity and inclusivity. They talk about Maria's multicultural upbringing, how that has inspired and impacted her work in the DEI space today, lessons and stories from her life and work, the premise of MSM Global Consulting and how they partner and collaborate with clients to do the real work, not the performative DEI work. Maria shares so many powerful stories and examples of the work and challenges that come up in DEI. Stories range from people practicing expansion, companies not understanding the actual work they need to do rather than surface level, pointing at leadership to blame, and how all of us “coming to the table” isn't the inclusive act many think it is. She also tells us what keeps her up at night, what she's grateful for right now, and what's made her laugh lately - questions asked from her idea of Compassionate Leadership. Timestamps :35: Maria Morukian, CEO at MSM Global Consulting shares her family's past with fleeing, immigrating from Europe to Cuba, her growing up speaking spanish in Detroit, and her experience seeing racial segregation and cultural differences all around her 3:53: How Maria's past with ties to Cuba, Istanbul, the Caribbean, having a multilingual and eclectic family has influenced her work in DEI today 6:38: One of the biggest lessons learned by Maria and how to find balance in the work of DEI 8:03: How Maria balances differences of opinions, experiences and more within DEI and how she sees whether a company is really there to learn or if it's a performative stance 9:50: What MSM Global Consulting is based on, how they partner and collaborate with clients, and what work they do in the entire process 12:07: How MSM Global Consulting measures DEI initiatives of items such as belonging and inclusion on a tangible level and how companies can start telling themselves the wrong story 16:29: Maria explains the importance of belonging, how to cultivate culture in organizations for belonging to be felt, and why the data is important 18:39: A topic that was brought up in Maria's TED Talk, practicing expansion, is explained, how our human nature is to gravitate to others like us and becoming aware of that, and what it means to truly be inclusive 22:13: Maria shares a powerful story about two US veterans having very different opinions on a polarizing topic while still being able to relate on the shared veteran status, an excellent example of practicing expansion 26:40: Where the future of DEI is going, why it's a fascinating time to be in the work, stay in it and to build a future that has never existed before 29:37: Advice for those who want to make a difference in DEI in their organization but get a lot of pushback, growing our allyship, and expanding out of our networks 30:26: Erik asks Maria a few questions to check-in in regards to being a compassionate leader, an idea by Maria, and for this one, she shares what's made her laugh recently 33:46: Maria is asked what's she's grateful for today and shares what types of friendships are important 34:53: Maria is asked what keeps her up at night, the polarization in our world, and what will happen if we continue on this path 36:30: Maria shares what advice she'd give to herself 20 years ago 37:08: What is in Maria's music rotation right now including digging into some 90's hip hop 38:34: Where to find Maria, her podcast “Culture Stew,” see more about MSM Global Consulting, and her book “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace” Follow Us: Newsletter: bitly.com/2QLEY8U Linkedin: bit.ly/2ZZUBxG Twitter: bit.ly/2Qp0SzK Instagram: bit.ly/2QLfEQc

Maria Morukian (Gen X), recognized organizational development practitioner specializing in training, coaching, and facilitation with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and intercultural competence, joins Yo to discuss trends in DEI, emotions that can be present when leading DEI initiatives, and how “jaggedy” those efforts may appear. They also get into intergenerational expectations and how the societal polarization could be shifting its way back.   Maria is the President of MSM Global Consulting, and an adjunct faculty member at American University's School of International Service.  She previously served in leadership and organizational development positions at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's Federal Executive Institute and the U.S. Department of State. She has also served in leadership positions at Management Concepts and the National MultiCultural Institute. Over the last two decades, Maria has trained and coached thousands of individuals around the world to build practices for better communication, foster competent and respectful workplaces, and navigate conflict for meaningful culture change. She has worked with such diverse clients as PBS Distribution, the National Park Service, National Institutes of Health, the World Bank, and the Association for Animal Welfare Advancement..   3 Takeaways:  1.   There are numerous emotions likely to be present for leaders when implementing DEI initiatives (fear, shame, courage). 2.   We all want to have a balance of belonging and being recognized four our uniqueness. We want to be known for who we are. 3.   There are complex deeply entrenched systems which have been around for a long time. We have to be willing to see the process as “jaggedy” and may not come out right or the way we hope the first time we try DEI initiatives.   Related Episode: Ep 19, A Model for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion More About Maria:  Maria is a sought-after speaker and has presented at numerous events, including TEDx, the Forum on Workplace Inclusion, the Association for Talent Development, Blacks in Government, and Ellevate Women's Network. Her work has been published in Forbes and TD Magazine. She is author of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD, 2022), and has contributed chapters to ATD's Handbook for Training and Talent Development (ATD, 2022) and the upcoming Building an Organizational Coaching Culture (Taylor & Francis, 2023). Maria is host of the podcast Culture Stew, which focuses on the multidimensionality of identity and best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Maria earned a dual Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan in Organizational Studies and Spanish, and a Master's Degree from American University in International Communication. She lives in Washington, DC with her husband and two daughters. She is an avid runner, dancer, reader, traveler, and lover of theatre. How to reach Maria:  Email: maria@msmglobalconsulting.com Website: www.msmglobalconsulting.com  FB: MSM Global MSM_global on Instagram Culture Stew podcast Book: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Trainers Maria's Upcoming Event: Ember, a unique community and co-designed learning experience for DEI leaders and practitioners at every stage of their development How to reach Yo Canny:  Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We'd love to hear from you! email: yo@yocanny.com (Yo) FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share IG: yocanny (Yo) YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

I talk a lot about the invisible obstacles that systemic racism places in the way of people of color and other minorities. In my conversation with Maria Morukian, (original air date - September 21)  she brought the other side of the equation by illuminating the invisible advantages of white people into the conversation, and I unpack it here. Owning our privilege and using it to dismantle systemic racism is our great opportunity.More About Maria Morukian:As President of MSM Global Consulting, Maria Morukian's mission is to help organizations develop and implement strategies to create a more equitable and inclusive global workforce, and fuel lasting change. For nearly 20 years, Maria has served as a consultant, coach, and facilitator, providing guidance to organizations and leaders on diversity, equity, inclusion, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Her firm has partnered with hundreds of clients of all industries and  sizes, including the State Department, Hazelwood School District, the World Bank, and the Association for Animal Welfare Advancement.Maria's work has been featured in Forbes and TD Magazine, and her company was recognized as one of the Top 10 Diversity and Inclusion companies by Manage HR Magazine in 2022. Maria is a sought-after speaker and has presented on the TEDx stage, for Big Tech, federal agencies, higher education, and multinational corporations. Her popular DEI podcast, Culture Stew, is in its fourth season.Maria is an adjunct faculty at American University and the author of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD Press, 2022). Maria lives with her husband and two future “peace teachers,” who regularly coach her on how to navigate conflict and manage her amygdala.

Being born into privilege doesn't mean you haven't suffered. It does mean through no fault of your own, you were born into a culture that has systems in place that advantage certain people and disadvantage others. I had the opportunity to learn from the incredible Maria Morukian about how to recognize and acknowledge these invisible advantages and how to use them to open the door to equity and inclusion.More About Maria Morukian:As President of MSM Global Consulting, Maria Morukian's mission is to help organizations develop and implement strategies to create a more equitable and inclusive global workforce, and fuel lasting change. For nearly 20 years, Maria has served as a consultant, coach, and facilitator, providing guidance to organizations and leaders on diversity, equity, inclusion, leadership development, and organizational transformation. Her firm has partnered with hundreds of clients of all industries and  sizes, including the State Department, Hazelwood School District, the World Bank, and the Association for Animal Welfare Advancement.Maria's work has been featured in Forbes and TD Magazine, and her company was recognized as one of the Top 10 Diversity and Inclusion companies by Manage HR Magazine in 2022. Maria is a sought-after speaker and has presented on the TEDx stage, for Big Tech, federal agencies, higher education, and multinational corporations. Her popular DEI podcast, Culture Stew, is in its fourth season.Maria is an adjunct faculty at American University and the author of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD Press, 2022). Maria lives with her husband and two future “peace teachers,” who regularly coach her on how to navigate conflict and manage her amygdala.

I recently had a great conversation with Maria Morukian, President of MSM Global Consulting, author and Diversity and Inclusion Practitioner. Maria's company was recognized as one of the Top 10 Diversity and Inclusion companies by Manage HR Magazine in 2022. She shares practical tips for enacting change in organisations especially in turbulent times, where D&I is facing extraordinary challenges in the national dialogue today, both in the US and at home in Australia. Maria's popular DEI podcast, Culture Stew (https://www.culturalstew.net/), is in its fourth season, and she is an adjunct faculty at American University and the author of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD Press, 2022). You can contact Maria www.msmglobalconsulting.com - you can sign up for her monthly newsletter there. Or find Maria on Linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-morukian/ Watch this conversation on youtube https://youtu.be/0eHJG20uOtM

In today's episode, Ashanti Bentil-Dhue interviews Maria Morukian, an inspiring leader with nearly two decades of experience in the realm of organisational development, with a keen focus on diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and intercultural competence. With a relentless drive to build bridges across the landscape of our differences, Maria shares insights into the systemic challenges and barriers often obstructing the path to DEI in organisations. “But really my drive, my focus, my purpose is to build connections with individuals and groups, especially across the landscape of our differences so that we are better equipped to be able to address the systemic challenges and barriers that so often get in the way and are perpetuated when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion.” Episode Highlights:  ● The importance of diversifying influences and content ● The importance of self-work in training and talent development ● The importance of listening to multiple perspectives About Maria Morukian:   Maria Morukian is a recognized organisational development practitioner specialising in training, coaching, and facilitation with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. Maria is the President of MSM Global Consulting, and an adjunct faculty member at American University's School of International Service. She previously served in leadership and organisational development positions at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's Federal Executive Institute and the U.S. Department of State. She has also served in leadership positions at Management Concepts and the National MultiCultural Institute.    Maria has trained and coached thousands of individuals around the world to build practices for better communication, foster competent and respectful workplaces, and navigate conflict for meaningful culture change. She has worked with such diverse clients as PBS Distribution, the National Park Service, National Institutes of Health, the World Bank, and the Association for Animal Welfare Advancement. Maria is a sought after speaker and has presented at numerous events, including TEDx, the Forum on Workplace Inclusion, the Association for Talent Development, Blacks in Government, and Ellevate Women's Network. Her work has been published in Forbes, the Association for Talent Development's Public Manager, and she is author of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD, 2022).   Maria is host of the podcast Culture Stew, which focuses on the multidimensionality of identity and best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion.    Maria earned a dual Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan in Organisational Studies and Spanish, and a Master's Degree from American University in International Communication. She lives in Washington, DC with her husband and two daughters. She is an avid runner, dancer, reader, traveller, and lover of theatre.     Socials: LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-morukian https://www.linkedin.com/company/msm-global-consulting   Instagram: mariamorukian msm_global   Facebook: Maria Morukian MSM Global Consulting   Twitter: @MariaMorukian @GlobalMsm   Podcast: Culture Stew is on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Libsyn, and Audible If you would like to apply to be a guest on the show email: operations@goodsoilleaders.com   If you would like to schedule a capability briefing call with our team, email: operations@goodsoilleaders.com    If you would like to apply for DEI PRO Coaching, email: operations@goodsoilleaders.com  Stay Connected with Ashanti:  LinkedIn: Ashanti Bentil-Dhue 

In this episode, Katee talks to Maria Morukian. Maria is an organizational consultant, coach, and facilitator specializing in diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. She has worked with hundreds of clients in developing sustainable and transformational change efforts to build thriving organizational communities. Maria has worked with leaders around the world, including Mexico, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Kosovo, Colombia, China, Kenya, Lebanon, and Senegal. Maria is on the faculty at American University, is a TEDx speaker, and is published in Forbes, Ellevate, and TD Magazine. Maria hosts a podcast on critical DEI issues called Culture Stew. Maria is author of the book, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD Press, 2022) and co-author of ATD's Handbook for Training and Talent Development Handbook (ATD Press, 2022). Maria earned a dual Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan in Organizational Studies and Spanish, and a Master's Degree from American University in International Communication. She lives in Washington, DC with one husband, two daughters, and two cats, all of them rambunctious! If you like what you hear, we would like to encourage you to subscribe to our channel! We would also appreciate it if you would rate this channel by going here: RateThisPodcast.com/inclusiveaf We create this podcast as a labor of love. But if you would like to support this channel you can buy us a cup of coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/InclusiveAF

In this episode, Katee talks to Maria Morukian. Maria is an organizational consultant, coach, and facilitator specializing in diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. She has worked with hundreds of clients in developing sustainable and transformational change efforts to build thriving organizational communities. Maria has worked with leaders around the world, including Mexico, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Kosovo, Colombia, China, Kenya, Lebanon, and Senegal. Maria is on the faculty at American University, is a TEDx speaker, and is published in Forbes, Ellevate, and TD Magazine. Maria hosts a podcast on critical DEI issues called Culture Stew. Maria is author of the book, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD Press, 2022) and co-author of ATD's Handbook for Training and Talent Development Handbook (ATD Press, 2022). Maria earned a dual Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan in Organizational Studies and Spanish, and a Master's Degree from American University in International Communication. She lives in Washington, DC with one husband, two daughters, and two cats, all of them rambunctious! If you like what you hear, we would like to encourage you to subscribe to our channel! We would also appreciate it if you would rate this channel by going here: RateThisPodcast.com/inclusiveaf We create this podcast as a labor of love. But if you would like to support this channel you can buy us a cup of coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/InclusiveAF

In this episode, Katee talks to Maria Morukian. Maria is an organizational consultant, coach, and facilitator specializing in diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence. She has worked with hundreds of clients in developing sustainable and transformational change efforts to build thriving organizational communities. Maria has worked with leaders around the world, including Mexico, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Kosovo, Colombia, China, Kenya, Lebanon, and Senegal. Maria is on the faculty at American University, is a TEDx speaker, and is published in Forbes, Ellevate, and TD Magazine. Maria hosts a podcast on critical DEI issues called Culture Stew. Maria is author of the book, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace (ATD Press, 2022) and co-author of ATD's Handbook for Training and Talent Development Handbook (ATD Press, 2022). Maria earned a dual Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan in Organizational Studies and Spanish, and a Master's Degree from American University in International Communication. She lives in Washington, DC with one husband, two daughters, and two cats, all of them rambunctious! If you like what you hear, we would like to encourage you to subscribe to our channel! We would also appreciate it if you would rate this channel by going here: RateThisPodcast.com/inclusiveaf We create this podcast as a labor of love. But if you would like to support this channel you can buy us a cup of coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/InclusiveAF

In today's episode, we will be discussing why standard diversity training cannot always be effective and we will be exploring alternative approaches to DEI programs. Decades of research have shown that these programs typically produce short-term changes in understanding certain concepts, plans for future behavior, or attitudes, with some studies reporting positive effects and others finding negative effects. Our discussion will focus on biases, including the tendency to feel more at ease with people who are similar to ourselves. Join us to learn more about effective DEI strategies. What We Discussed in this Episode: - Are there sustainable alternatives to solely relying on training for effective DEI? - Quantitatively speaking, is there notable progress in DEI, and how long until we reach a satisfactory level? - Overcoming human bias is crucial for fostering an inclusive workplace culture - how can individuals be trained to mitigate the impact of their biases? - Is having a dedicated DEI function correlated with better performance compared to companies without one? - Should DEI training be mandatory or voluntary for employees? - DEI programs may evoke vulnerability in individuals, highlighting their inherent biases. - How can this risk be transformed into an opportunity for growth and progress? About Maria Morukian Maria Morukian's upbringing was shaped by her multicultural and multilingual family in the outskirts of Detroit. Her father, an Armenian-Cuban refugee, and her mother, who grew up in a small Polish farming community in northern Michigan, instilled in her a positive mindset, a passion for storytelling, and a strong desire to combat oppression. As the President of MSM Global Consulting, Maria specializes in fostering holistic organizational change and leadership development while prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Additionally, she serves as a faculty member at American University, where she teaches graduate-level courses on intercultural communication and training design. Connecting with Maria Morukian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-morukian/  Her podcast Culture Stew: https://msmglobalconsulting.com/category/culture-stew-podcast/   Maria's Book Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace https://www.amazon.com/Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Trainers-Fostering/dp/1953946054    Join the Simply Human Newsletter Want to receive unreasonable ideas for great people at work - Growth hacking human-centered performance, innovation and work culture. - You are just a click away https://simplyhuman.substack.com/ 

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

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

Maria Morukian, president of MSM Global Consulting, discusses the lessons she learned about DEI while writing her new book Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers. She also offers suggestions for how trainers can make all training - not just DEI training - inclusive. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers MSM Global Consulting  Culture Stew podcast

“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

Omar L. Harris, former General Manager of GSK and Allergan, joins me in this conversation on race.  He has more than 20 years of experience as a global pharmaceutical executive. Omart is the founder and managing partner at Intent Consulting, a firm dedicated to improving employee experience and organizational performance. He is the author of "Leader Board: The DNA of High-Performance Teams", "The Servant Leader's Manifesto", and “Be a J.E.D.I. Leader, Not a Boss”.  Omar shares his journey to the top, the cost to him as a Black man in America, and how he came to speak out and no longer compromise his identity and his beliefs. Key topics: Omar's first experience with racism was when he was voted Prom King of his high school in Louisiana. The principal told him that he was “allowed” to be the Prom King to “snitch” on the other Black students. Harris refused, stood up to the principal, and kept his title What happened when Omar L Harris met Ku Klux Klansman David Duke while in high school How he was the only Black product manager, the only Black Director of Marketing and the only Black General Manager outside of Africa, and the only Black General Manager of a global company in the world The psychic toll of assimilation and having to whitewash himself without even realizing it Why he now feels responsible for opening the doors for other Black people How he refuses to compromise his values and will always speak out against racism and discrimination of any kind Why people who are not Black don't understand the full gravity of racism and the dangers of working while Black Why white people who call themselves allies must be willing to speak out and take a stand with friends, family, and colleagues even if parts of their lives unravel as a result How white allies can be more prepared to take action if they practice and prepare for different situations His books on leadership and how they are different than white leadership books. Why it's essential that every CEO needs to take action against racism, or they are not real leaders Check out his playlist, the TV shows he recommends, and the books he reads   Bio OMAR L HARRIS (Charlotte, NC, born in Pittsburgh, PA) is the founder of Intent Consulting and TYMPO.io (the world's first and best SaaS application for employee inclusion), a Former GM (GSK and Allergan), Business and Servant Leadership Thought-Leader, Speaker, Award-Winning Bestselling Author of 5 books, including "Be a J.E.D.I. Leader, Not a Boss: Leadership in the Era of Corporate Social Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion", June 25 2021, “The Servant Leader's Manifesto”, 2020, and “Leader Board: The DNA of High Performance Teams”, 2019). With 20+ years of global pharmaceutical executive experience building teams, Omar has worked on 4 continents (U.S., Middle East, Asia and Latin America) for Pfizer, Merck, Schering-Plough and more. As a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur and Florida A&M University Alumni, Harris is passionate about leading teams, high-performance coaching, and inspiring the future leaders of today and tomorrow to adopt the servant leader mindset and stop toxic leadership behaviors.  Omar is also the Co-Author of “From Authors to Entrepreneurs F.A.T.E.: The Personal Side of Indie Publishing” (2015) and Author of “One Blood” fiction book (2011, pen name, Qwantu Amaru – currently being developed into a television series). Harris was a featured speaker at the 2021 International Institute of Leadership Conference with his compelling topic: “The End of the Boss – 7 Rules for the Modern Leader”, a keynote speaker at the Leadership Harrisburg Area Graduation event, a featured speaker at the 2021 Rising Leaders Summit, a featured speaker at the BB21 Rise Conference, and a featured coach at the 11th annual WBECS Summit. His work has been featured by CNN HLN Weekend Express, WPXI-TV NBC Pittsburgh, Black News Channel, The Jewish Journal, The Beating Alpha Podcast, The Living Corporate Podcast, Real Leaders, SHRM Blog, Thrive Global, CEO World Magazine, Human Capital Innovations (HCI) Podcast, VoiceAmerica Business, Culture Stew and many more. As fun facts, Omar speaks 5 languages, plays 7 instruments, and started his first company at the age of 7. https://www.omarlharris.com/

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

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.