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AVP, Senior Corporate Counsel - U.S. Retail Markets

You’ve heard of the “glass ceiling,” but what about the “glass cliff?” That was the focus of a recent discussion with Catalyst—a nonprofit dedicated to creating inclusive workplaces for women. The glass cliff refers to the phenomenon where women professionals, especially women of color, are often promoted to leadership posts when companies are underperforming, placing them in precarious positions. The dynamic discussion explored this issue, with participants sharing strategies for supporting and retaining Black women across all levels of the company. Explore our ERGs: https://bit.ly/4aTipqo #GlassCliff #DiversityEquityAndInclusion

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