Creating an environment that empowers authenticity: Insights from Samantha Thomas Berry.

Join Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me', for another incredible discussion with special guest Samantha Thomas-Berry, VP of Global Talent and Chief Diversity Officer at Kellanova. – A pragmatic and authentic Human Resources leader with over 25 years experience across a range of industries including telecoms and aerospace. She is a strategic business partner delivering commercial success and her coaching approach to leadership ensures she gives the best of herself to, and gets the same in return from, those she is surrounded by.

Featuring personal stories and expert advice, this episode covers the incredible work that Sam is doing to build inclusive cultures across all areas of the global organisation.

If you are passionate about fostering inclusivity, diversity, and belonging in your workplace, this episode will provide all the necessary insights and inspiration.

You can follow Samantha on Linkedin where she'd love to connect and hear from you.

If you want to transform your culture and build greater inclusion in your workplace, get in touch and let's have a chat on how we can support you: info@aleaderlikeme.com.

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Driving Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging in the Workplace: Insights from Garry Clarke-Strange

Join Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me', in an enriching discussion with special guest Garry Clarke-Strange – a talent acquisition expert passion-driven about inclusivity and diversity. Garry the previous Head of Inclusion and Diversity at Green King, sheds light on his journey and his vision to create workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Featuring personal stories and expert advice, this episode covers the transformative impact of initiatives such as a peer-on-peer support system and the Green King's 'I'm not prejudiced but...' campaign. The power of employee networks in propelling an organization's inclusivity efforts is also explored.

The episode also delves into the concept of 'allyship', the challenges of ensuring that the voices of these groups are heard, and the fatigue and burnout associated with continuous involvement.

If you are passionate about fostering inclusivity, diversity, and belonging in your workplace, this episode will provide all the necessary insights and inspiration.

You can follow Garry on LinkedIn if you want to learn more about his new consultancy Think Inclusion.

I’m not prejudiced video: https://youtu.be/Au4O-hy8Ojc?si=HYip8SiSE7ZxLfpC

If you want to transform your culture and build greater inclusion in your workplace, get in touch and let's have a chat on how we can support you: info@aleaderlikeme.com.

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In this enlightening episode, hosts Priya Bates and Advita Patel chat with the remarkable Courtney Williams about building a culture of inclusivity and diversity. They reflect on their personal identities beyond professional achievements, stressing the importance of authenticity and the role of diverse perspectives in driving business success.

The dialogue touches on the evolution of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) over the last decade. While acknowledging the initial focus on racial demographics, Courtney explains the shift towards a more holistic approach that appreciates intersectional identities. Despite resistance and misconceptions, the trio emphasises DEI's value to organizations drawn from data and real-life experiences.

The episode delves into the inspiring work of the Obama Foundation, focusing on the imminent Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. The Foundation's noble mission to inspire, empower, and connect future leaders complements its robust training and recruitment efforts to create thriving job opportunities within overlooked communities.

The Obama Foundation's global digital plan, leadership programming, and business diversity policy further illustrate its dedication to accessibility and community empowerment. The episode concludes by shedding light on Courtney's personal and professional triumphs and the enriching experience of working at the Foundation.

Notes from the show:

Find out more about the Obama Foundation and sign up for their newsletters at www.obama.org or @obama across social media.

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