Episodes tagged: Diversity

The Company Behind Barbie is Quietly Backing Away from its DEI Positions

In this episode Steve shares how Mattel, the company that makes Barbie, the “most diverse doll in America”, has been quietly eliminating DEI language from its official filings and investor communications. Do these actions stand opposite of how Barbie is developed and marketed?

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The Early Financial Fallout of the Corporate Retreat from DEI at Target

In this episode Steve discusses some early data from Target, which suggests that the company’s retreat from its longstanding support of DEI programs is having a pretty significant negative impact on its financial performance as disappointed customers stay away from the retailer in large numbers.

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The Pursuit of Humanity: AI and People Creating Truly Diverse Workplaces

In this episode, Steve Boese and Trish Steed welcome Torin Ellis to discuss the critical topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace.

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DEI Strategy and Leadership Accountability for a Changing Workplace

In this episode, Steve and Trish speak with Dr. Christie Smith to explore the evolution of DEI in the workplace, the challenges leaders face in implementing these initiatives, and the economic implications of employee engagement and inclusion.

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Using AI to Create Safe and Inclusive Workplaces

This week I sat down with Torin Ellis to discuss the importance of creating inclusive workplaces and the role of AI in reducing bias in HR.

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Despite Mounting Pressure, Some CEOs Remain Committed to DEI Programs

In this episode Steve discusses the ongoing tension over corporate DEI programs, and how some notable CEOs and their companies are remaining committed to DEI in the face of external and even governmental pressure to roll back DEI programs.

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Some Companies are Remaining Committed to their DEI Programs in the Face of Mounting Pressure

In this episode Steve reviews the recent slew of corporate announcements on DEI programs. While some companies have backed away from previous commitments to DEI, others are remaining steadfast in the face of external pressure and a changing political landscape.

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Walmart Investor Groups Push Back on the Retailer’s Cuts to DEI Programs

In this episode Steve discusses a recent shareholder letter written to Walmart, from a group of investors concerned about the company’s recent cuts to several longstanding DEI programs.

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Costco Announces Continued Commitment to DEI Programs

In this episode Steve shares news about Costco and how Costco’s board and leadership have expressed continued support and commitment to the company’s DEI programs – despite a wave of other large corporations backing away from DEI initiatives.

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The ROI of Kindness in the Workplace

In our latest episode, Trish and Steve sat down with Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech, a nonprofit with 95% autistic employees, to discuss neurodiversity and the ROI of kindness.

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