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Epoch&Talk, the Employee Experience Conference in NYC is only 4 sleeps away! 🗽 We're so excited to feature Beth, Senior Manager, DEI at Etsy on our panel! Learn more about Beth in her bio below: '26% of Americans identify with having some kind of disability - and as a double-amputee, I am one of them. I’m a lot of other things, too; I’m a woman. I’m a community builder, organizer and activist. But, for the world at large, my disability is my defining characteristic. When you’re disabled (much like when you’re a woman, Black, Latine, Indigenous, Asian, LGBTQ+, or anything that isn’t a straight, cisgender white male) advocacy is not a choice. Our very existence is political. When the entire world has been constructed in ways that actively harm you - just being visible is an act of rebellion. Be it age, gender, ethnicity, orientation, religion or ability - we have to work harder to prove we can exist in spaces that never intended to include us. I want to change that. My mission is to ensure more of us are seen and heard and advocated for. To leverage the resources I have access to and create access for those who don’t. To create opportunities, tear down the cultural and systemic barriers, and foster community, knowledge, and success. As a Senior Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Manager, I am a champion of bringing people together and leveraging resources to educate, inform, and inspire communities at large. I've overseen and executed hundreds of events around the globe; bringing awareness to topics like diversity in creativity, women in tech, accessibility & disability, the future of work, and more. Most importantly, I'm here to listen, learn, and grow.' Registration closes today - snag your ticket today, they're complimentary! https://hubs.la/Q027Bsmp0 #epoch2023 #peopleandculture #employeeengagement #workplace #nyc #conference

We’re proud to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Lesbians Who Tech & Allies :: Queer. Inclusive. Badass. The atmosphere was charged with the spirit of inclusion as LGBTQ+ tech and business leaders gathered together. Right now, women are some of the most gifted people in technology. Yet there are far fewer of than there should be: Women account for 1 in 5 people in STEM fields. (That stat is even lower for queer women.) Because there aren’t enough women, trans, and GNC people in tech, they are rarely quoted as experts by the mainstream media and blogs, serve on panels, and serve in high positions at top tech companies. B. Pagels-Minor, founder of DVRGNT Ventures, reminds us of the qualities of an empathetic and vulnerable leader. Here’s to fostering a community in tech where everyone’s unique strengths are included. #LWTSummit

🌟 Embracing Diversity: Ensuring Accurate Representation 🌟 In our journey towards fostering diversity and inclusion, it's essential to ensure accurate representation of all minorities. Whether it's women, disabled individuals, multigenerational groups, or the queer community, every voice deserves to be heard and respected. As we strive to create inclusive environments, let's remember that diversity goes beyond checkboxes. It's about acknowledging and celebrating the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of every individual. Together, let's commit to creating spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered to thrive. #Diversity #Inclusion #RepresentationMatters 🌈♀️♿️👵🏽👩🏿🦱👨🏽🦱

WSR Pathfinder Awards - Top Hispanic Industry Leaders of 2023 winner in the category of Hispanic Product Development Executive of the Year, Dani Fava of Envestnet, Inc, tells an incredible story of beginning her career, comments on how her experiences as a Hispanic woman, single mother and member of the LGBTQ+ community shaped her career, and discusses the state of DEI in wealth management. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/gYywDNMb #WealthSolutionsReport #FinancialAdvisors #WSRPathfinders #WealthManagement

Such an important issue, not only in my industry but across all industries. #ageism #diversityandinclusion #wealthmanagement

The future is not just female—it's intersectional💪🚺. Women in technology are not a monolith, and neither should our approach be when it comes to promoting diversity 🌈 and inclusivity within the industry. This isn't just about getting more women in the room. It's about amplifying voices from various backgrounds—the experiences of BIPOC, LGBTQ+🏳️🌈, neurodiverse, disable-bodied women are all pivotal and contribute toward a more well-rounded perception of what it means to be a woman in tech💻👩💻. More importantly, shaping the future means mentoring young girls from these intersections too—because representation matters and the possibility to dream becomes real when they see someone who looks like them, thinks like them, who has walked in their shoes accomplishing great things👣. To truly change the narrative, we must actively work towards creating an ecosystem that celebrates multiplicity—in ideas, experiences and identities. The technology we create is only as diverse as the people creating it🌍💡.

As professional women, we've climbed mountains and shattered glass ceilings. Yet, the fight for equity, advancement, and belonging isn't over. We need to champion an intersectional approach to inclusion within our own women communities. Let's face it, we all have biases. Our backgrounds, experiences, and privileges shape how we see the world. This can create blind spots, where we fail to see the challenges faced by women from different backgrounds. Women are not a monolith. Our experiences vary greatly based on race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and more. A one-size-fits-all approach to women’s empowerment simply doesn’t work. Intersectionality acknowledges that these identities overlap, creating unique experiences and challenges. A Black woman may face a different set of barriers than a Latina entrepreneur, or an LGBTQ+ woman in STEM. Uplifting Every Woman, Everywhere This month, let's commit to: 1. Educating ourselves on the diverse experiences of women. 2. Actively listening to the stories and challenges faced by women from different backgrounds. 3. Mentoring and sponsoring women who might not have the same access to opportunities. 4. Advocating for policies that promote equity and inclusion in the workplace. Together, we can build a stronger community where every woman feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach her full potential. Happy Women’s History Month! #WomenEmpoweringWomen #BreakTheBias #womenshistorymonth

By 2030 we want to see women occupy 50 percent of board roles and 40 percent of executive leadership roles. These goals include women of colour, women who are Black, Indigenous women, women living with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. How can we achieve these goals keeping intersectionality at the forefront? Tyjondah Kerr and Keisha Marant HR Leader - DEI Practitioner will discuss highlights around these topics from the 2023 McKinsey Women in the Workplace and WXN Representation Report for Corporate CA. https://buff.ly/4cvuPGv

The Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce our Supplier Diversity Workshops in partnership with Town of Holly Springs and FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies of Holly Springs. Supplier diversity is a company’s commitment to do more business with small, minority, women, disabled, LGBT+, and veteran-owned businesses, which have traditionally been overlooked in purchasing decisions. By working to increase supplier diversity, governments and corporations are helping diverse-owned businesses gain an equal share in the market.  Supplier diversity is not just seen as the right thing to do – it is also good business. Supplier diversity programs:  * Include service providers across every imaginable industry—from consulting to staffing, education, construction, design, technology and more.  expand access and promote competition in a supply base, improving product quality and helping drive down costs.  * Help create jobs, building economic vitality within communities. Join us for a free series of educational workshops designed to provide information on valuable tools and resources for businesses – whether small and/or diverse businesses. These workshops will help prepare your company to interact and conduct business with Corporate America or with the Public Sector. Visit hollyspringschamber.org to sign up for the workshops. #hollyspringsnc #supplierdiversity