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Diversity matters .. and it takes top leadership to leverage it

How do you provide women of color the support they need to thrive? You start by investigating the ways inequities are sprouting up at your organization. Acknowledge that women of color face unique challenges due to the intersection of race and gender. Get clear on the gaps women of color are experiencing in the organization's culture. Investigate how power is exerted over others versus power-sharing models. Take proactive steps to address bias and discrimination in the workplace. Implement holistic coaching and development practices that promote equity and fairness. Yesterday, Rachel cpc and CPC explored this topic with an amazing group of people from the School Redesign in Action conference. Then, we provided tangible steps for leaders to create the systems and environment that allow women of color to thrive. We are committed to ensuring women of color have the knowledge, community, support, and opportunity to thrive in any environment. If you're a woman of color looking for a community of like-minded women to grow your leadership skills, unpack internalized racial oppression, and learn how to thrive in any environment, join us for our next Authentically Me cohort starting April 17th. You can learn more here: bit.ly/AMFCohort7Spring

Diversity matters .. and it takes top leadership to leverage it

We are A WEEK away from the deadline to nominate extraordinary women for the 2024 50 Over 50 list! Forbes and Know Your Value are once again spotlighting women over 50 who are redefining success and proving that age is just a number. Whether accelerating their careers, launching new ventures, or impacting their communities, these women are leading a movement and showing the world that their best years are NOW. Want some examples of what we’re looking for? Consider Bobbi Brown, who sold her eponymous cosmetics company to Estee Lauder for $74.5 million in 1995 and, at 66, is now the founder and CEO of Jones Road Beauty, a viral TikTok sensation. Or think of #BettieParker, who, at 75, transitioned from a 33-year career as a math teacher to becoming the first female mayor of her city at 69, breaking barriers as a Black woman born into segregation. Do these stories describe you or someone you know? Nominate today and be part of this incredible journey. Let’s celebrate those stepping into their power and creating change after 50. Deadline: June 7th @ 11:59pm EST Send your nominations in before it’s too late! Hint: For inspiration, check out our previous lists — Every single one of you is making a difference! https://lnkd.in/eXScUFNq Have any questions? Drop them below, and we will help! #KnowYourValue #ForbesOver50 #WomenEmpowerment #AgeIsJustANumber #NominateNow #WomenInLeadership #Forbes #MikaBrzezinski

Today, as we continue to dismantle DEI barriers, it is more important than ever to focus on actionable solutions. Reflecting on the summit, hosted back on June 8, 2023. The inaugural Black Women Thrive Summit took place in Oakland, CA and was a transformative experience for all involved! Despite the odds, we are still inspired and committed to continuing this crucial work to see Black women succeed and reach their highest potential. I urge each of you to consider what steps you can take in your organizations, platforms and communities to support DEI initiatives. Together, we can create a future where Black women have the opportunities, support, and resources they need to thrive in the workplace, media, sports, academia, financial institutions and philanthropy. We have been diligently working on key partnerships to bring forth a bigger and more impactful experience. We are excited to share more details about the 2nd BLACK WOMEN THRIVE SUMMIT, returning in Spring 2025. Stay tuned for more details on tickets, speaker call, and sponsorship opportunities. Together, we can continue creating spaces of empowerment, learning, and community. The team at HNTT Productions look forward to continuing this journey with all of you, building on the momentum from the 2023 summit to drive positive change and create lasting impact for generations to come. www.blkwomenthrive.com #BlackWomenThriveSummit #DEI #Equity #Inclusion #Mentorship #Funding #MentalWellness #Leadership #BlackWomenInBusiness #BlackLinkedin #GenerationalWealth #ThriveTogether #BlackMedia #InvestinBlackWomen #BlackVCs #RepresentationMatters #BlackinCorporateAmerica #Blackwomenlead

Despite progress in diversity and inclusion efforts, Black women remain significantly underrepresented in healthcare leadership roles. Women of color hold only about 5% of C-suite roles in healthcare, a stark contrast to their representation at entry-level positions. This disparity not only reflects the ongoing challenges in career advancement but also highlights the crucial need for targeted efforts to support and promote Black women in our industry. Efforts to close this gap include enhancing recruitment and promotion strategies, supporting robust diversity and inclusion initiatives, and fostering mentorship programs that aim to increase the visibility and leadership of Black women in healthcare. As leaders and professionals committed to equity, we must intensify our efforts to ensure our leadership demographics mirror the diverse populations we serve. It’s imperative to support policies that facilitate real change and provide a supportive environment where all talented professionals can thrive. I am determined to break this cycle, even if it means being the first but certainly not the last. Together, we can make healthcare leadership more inclusive and representative. #HealthcareLeadership #DiversityInHealthcare #InclusiveLeadership #WomenInLeadership

So many Dicks and so few of everyone else. Today, we are excited to unveil another chapter of our Change the Board Game movement, “So Many Dicks.” A spotlight on the lack of diversity in corporate boardrooms across the U.S. Our campaign is more than just a statement – it's a call to action for real change. We combed through each board of directors of U.S. based companies on the NYSE and NASDAQ, all 36,957 existing board members across 4,429 publicly traded U.S. companies. The data is astounding: 🔍 There were 566 men named Richard, Rick, or Dick (Dicks) serving on these public company boards. 🔍 Black women and Asian women barely outnumber men named Dick, with only 806 Black Women, 774 Asian Women. 🔍 There were only 283 Hispanic Women on these same boards, only half the number of “Dicks”. 🔍 There are 19x more men named Dick than the 29 women of Middle Eastern descent on these boards 🔍 There are only 3 Native American Women serving on these boards compared to 566 men named Dick. At e.l.f. Beauty, inclusivity is a superpower. With our board leading the charge with 2/3 women and 1/3 diverse members, we're setting a new standard for corporate leadership. Together, we can create a more equitable future for all. Join us here: https://lnkd.in/eRm3Y4Qp

Such a brilliant marketing campaign! Love it when brands use their voice to advocate for change! Today E.L.F. BEAUTY launched this campaign calling out all the men currently sitting in boardrooms and their lack of diversity and representation. Although none of this information is surprising to me, I do want to say kudos to E.L.F. for using their platform for good and backing it up with data! 👏🏻The data speaks, ladies and gents. According to their data, the average U.S. corporate board is 88% white. Women make up only 27% of boardrooms. We need more ethnically and gender diverse boards. You might feel like this doesn’t affect you….but it does! Boardmembers represent shareholders and they are the ones that make the important decisions that matter most. These companies runnn the world. How much better would it be if you could really feel heard/seen and found brands/products that fully address your needs?…It all starts with the top leadership. 🔝 I acknowledge that this is a long road ahead of us. It certainly won’t happen over night. But we need more women. More diversity. More minority representation in the board game. #diversitymatters

Reposting this thought-provoking insight from the 'So Many Dicks' campaign, shedding light on the lack of diversity in corporate boardrooms. Given the stark statistics: What steps should companies prioritize to foster a more inclusive and representative leadership landscape? 

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