Episode Details

Meet Dena. She’s a staunch advocate for more diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our lives. Her advocacy work began at just 16 years old when she was a volunteer for a Black and Brown LGBTQ youth HIV outreach program in the inner cities of Connecticut. Her career has included leading employee resource groups for corporations and nonprofits, becoming the first Black CEO and board chair of the Trans Chorus of Los Angeles, and now, she continues to shape the DEI landscape through her consultancy. Tune in, and uncover ways to create inclusive communities where everyone can express their truth.

💡 Learn

• How to build cultures of belonging
• Tips for counteracting unconscious bias
• Cornerstones of workplace engagement that create vibrant workplaces
  
  

Today’s Guest
Dena Williams, Founder, Dena Williams Consulting

Episode Highlights

• Dena’s story and journey to where she is today (3:30)
• Creating communities of belonging (8:20)
• The difference between equity and equality (15:00)
• Unconscious bias (19:00)
• 3 Drivers of Employee Engagement (24:00)
  1. Psychological Safety 
  2. Psychological Availability
  3. Psychological Meaningfulness 
• A powerful story of philanthropy in Dena’s life (28:00)
• Dena’s One Good Thing: Self-care. Do it. (32:00)

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