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finished my second LinkedIn Learning course this morning - Foundations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging with Dereca Blackmon (she/they) #DEIB #DiversityEquityInclusionBelonging #Allyship #DiversityAndInclusion #ContinuingEducation

Guiding the way to a more inclusive future – The DEI Lighthouse Initiative 2024 shines a beacon on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, fostering positive change and unity for all. The DEI Lighthouse Program identified five common success factors which tend to mark the initiatives that yield the most significant, scalable, quantifiable and sustained impact for underrepresented groups. While there is no one size-fits-all solution, these elements can help set up an organization’s DEI initiatives for success. #EquityForAll #LighthouseInitiative #LeadershipInDEI #diversityandinclusion #inclusionmatters

Mentorship continues to be rated one of the highest sources of growth in personal and professional development. At its core, it is a foundation of connection - bridging experiences with beginnings. Learn how our Women's Advisor Board Mentorship Program helps build a supportive professional network, provides diverse guidance for stronger advisor-client relationships, and advocates for removing barriers that hinder women from accessing wealth building opportunities. https://ow.ly/1FAt50SR5w4

Greetings! 👋 We just shared this month's newsletter, featuring a few (out of the many) women QKAers. Read more about what inspired them to pursue a career in architecture, favorite projects, and rewarding aspects in this issue here: https://lnkd.in/g9z4WsAX

Last week, Watermark held a webinar based on the findings of our 2024 Board Diversity Index. Our Managing Partner, David Evans, was joined by our incredible panelists; Pauline Vamos Linda Scott (GAICD) Adam Davids Mark Baxter,BEc, FIAA, CERA, FGIA. Thank you all for your insights, openness and passion on this topic. It was a great webinar where the panel answered many questions, including: 🔹 Why is board diversity crucial? What are the reasons for diversity in boardrooms? 🔹 How can we drive change and enhance diversity representation? 🔹 What are the roadblocks to achieving diverse boards? 🔹 Is diversity on boards a risk, or is the greater risk conformity to groupthink? 🔹 Is the lack of pipeline the primary obstacle to diversity, as many people believe? To read more about this webinar and to watch the full recording, please click here - https://lnkd.in/gJRNTWPE #boarddiversity #diversity #ned #chair #inclusion #asx #webinar

Whether setting strategic priorities, investing in the development of her team, or championing women in STEM, Mile Corrigan embodies "Ut Prosim" in all she does as CEO of a science and technology organization. Learn more about Mile Corrigan ‘99, Pamplin College of Business graduate and President and Chief Executive Officer of Noblis, at the following link. ➡️ https://ow.ly/exiA50TeMCb

Let's talk about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion!

Thank you to Karla Wallace, and all of the amazing women at The New Haven Club, for inviting me to speak on Robert's Rules of Order during their retreat. Dull topic? Nope! The Rules are actually about #equity, #equality, and #respect - all of which The New Haven Club (of The National Association of Negro Business & Professional Women's Clubs) stands for. The ultimate purpose of Robert's rules: to bring equality through a framework in which conversation and debate can happen in a respectful way. The historical & current outcomes of the rules: silence, confusion, and single agenda that benefits those in the most powerful seats. (Yes, this happens on your board too, but probably not intentionally.) Those members who nod along, voting with the powerful voices in the room are in fact silenced. There's good news though! This behavior changes when boards invest time on continuing education and mindfully revise their rules. For 90 years (80 in New Haven) the NANBPWC has carved (bulldozed) a path forward for business & professional women. In New Haven that continues through simple steps like learning about, and modernizing, antiquated rules so voices can be lifted even higher. All in favor? Aye! #RBC #RCAL #NewHaven #Leadership #ContinuingEducation

One interesting session on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by D&I expert Shashwati P aka Shasha. Engaging and motivating enough for everyone to keep their perspectives. Indeed a great session. Thank you Shasha!!!

During #WomensHistoryMonth, we are spotlighting some of the amazing women who work at #SKDK, #Sloane, and #Jasper and their accomplishments. Carly R. is an Associate at Sloane & Company, based in New York, working across a broad range of industries, with a strong focus on media relations and corporate communications.    Prior to joining Sloane, Carly was an Account Executive at BCW Global in its New York Corporate Affairs practice where she specialized in public affairs and crises and issues management, working with a wide range of clients across highly regulated industries, including pharmaceutical, food and beverage, consumer packaged goods, communications infrastructure and more. Born and raised in Florida, Carly graduated magna cum laude from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations and a minor in Communication Studies. Currently, she serves on the Board of Directors for the New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA-NY) as Vice President, Big Apple Awards.   What does Women’s History Month mean to you?   Women’s History Month is a time for us to celebrate and remember the contributions and achievements of women throughout history and honor their resiliency and commitment to progress and equality.    Specifically, for us in PR, Women's History Month holds special significance because it provides an opportunity to celebrate trailblazing women who have shaped the field. Additionally, it is a reminder of the importance of diversity and inclusion within our industry and how we must elevate women from all backgrounds and experiences.   What advice do you have for younger women in the workplace?   This is something that I struggle with, but do not be afraid to speak up and take up space. You deserve a seat at the table just as much as everyone else, and most of the time they are genuinely interested and grateful for your input and perspective! Let go of the idea of perfectionism and allow yourself grace when you make mistakes—that’s how you grow.    Tell us about a woman leader you admire and why?   I have always really admired female entrepreneurs who are passionate and willing to take risks. Sara Blakely, Founder of SPANX, is a great example of this; she transformed a brilliant concept—a versatile, slimming undergarment that challenged similar options available at the time—into not just a career, but an empire. From her humble beginnings as a full-time salesperson working on her product late at night out of a spare apartment bedroom, she worked to grow the company into what it is today: a $1.2 billion business with products used by millions of women across the globe. Her story exemplifies entrepreneurship, determination and the power of believing in yourself and your ideas.