Dive Deeper into Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Diverseek's DEI Podcast!

Aisha Losche, the Chief Diversity Officer at Draper and Co-Founder of Cardinal Coaches, is renowned for her commitment to fostering inclusion and innovating workplace environments. With a rich background of over 15 years in leadership, Aisha leads strategic diversity, equity, and access initiatives. Her efforts earned her the 2023 Cambridge Chamber of Commerce Inspire Award, highlighting her impactful work and passionate dedication. A voracious reader, Aisha's commitment to continuous learning is evidenced by her annual consumption of 40-50 books, underpinning her dynamic approach to professional and personal development.

Explore DEI as an Innovation Strategy with Dr. Charlyn, Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at Capella University. Leveraging her IT expertise and background in criminal justice, including service in the United States Air Force and holding two Master's Degrees and a PhD, Dr. Charlyn integrates innovation with inclusion. She focuses on creating strategies for engaging diverse learners, emphasizing trust, open communication, and tailored teaching methods to meet individual needs.

Gain insight into the Affirmative Action Ruling with Dr. Ketwana, Chief Diversity Officer at the Community College of Allegheny County. With extensive experience in diversity and inclusion and expertise in civil rights and DEI planning, Dr. Ketwana offers a deep dive into the ruling's past, present, and future impacts on education and employment. Explore this landmark decision's broader implications through her knowledgeable lens.

An engaging discussion with Anjali Bindra Patel, JD, a successful practicing lawyer and currently Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Georgetown Law. When she is not in "professional hat" mode, she is a proud mom, native Clevelander, and a military spouse. She is also a celebrated TEDx Speaker and author of the book "Humanity at Work: Diversity, Inclusion, and Wellbeing in an Increasingly Distributed Workforce." Anjali is impassioned about building inclusive environments that support multi-perspective teams, allowing for authentic innovation and growth. Anjali comes with over 20 years of DEI strategy experience, complemented with expertise in employment law, and inclusion leadership.

Aliah Berman locates the intrinsic value of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) work deep in the heart with passion towards it from the very soul of being as a profound alignment. In her pivotal role, she spearheads the vision, strategy, and execution of TBWA's DEI efforts on a global scale. Aliah is currently serving on the TEMPO board, an organization to support women in leadership, and the Marquette University Institute for Women's Leadership advisory board. Aliah tells stories for children with her gift of the many character voices, which is the fun during story time. Although Aliah is one such lively character who influences, she takes pride in one fact: that she is an introvert. She lives through it uniquely and multitalented and this smashes all kinds of stereotypes attached to it.

Jaslyn Nguyen reflects on From Internalized Racism to Interconnection: Exploring an Asian American Experience. Through the heading "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the University of Colorado Denver," there is an orientation in helping to ensure sustainability in the development of skills in relation to aspects of a strong sense of belongingness, and she offers networking and career development opportunities. Jaslyn stays engaged in the cultural activity area as President of the Vietnamese Student Association for her respective campus. Actually, it is inspired by the active engagement that her course Empowering Women in Business will require; indeed, some of the lessons from it are reflected in her on-campus activities. With three older brothers and parents who are all UC Denver alumni, Jaslyn will continue a rich family legacy as she embarks on becoming a University of Colorado alumna herself.

Jobi Martinez, a DEI trailblazer with over two decades of experience, discusses post-Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action, emphasizing future inclusivity steps. As VP and Chief Diversity Officer for Harris Health System, Jobi advocates passionately for accessibility in health, wellness, work, and education. Hailing from Muleshoe, Texas, her warm style naturally sparks dialogues, complemented by her vibrant personality and love for salsa and Tejano dancing. Her nature is vivid and dynamic, which vividly complements her personality.

Turquoise Peart, a dynamic motivational speaker, fosters inclusive cultures through impactful communication. Featured in USA Today's "Race in America" Special Edition, she brings bold ideas to DEI leadership roles. Recently appointed to Oak Park's Community Relations Commission, Turquoise drives equitable initiatives. With commendable emotional intelligence, she champions professionalism, compassion, and innovation. A bilingual MBA graduate at 19, she embodies leadership and diversity.

In a compelling dialogue, Jorge Quezada, Chief Diversity Officer and VP of People & Culture at Granite Construction, emphasizes the importance of Belonging in the Workplace. With over 25 years in HR, diversity, and leadership, Jorge hosts the Construction DEI Talks podcast, offering actionable steps for inclusion in the industry. As a certified coach and consultant, he inspires leaders to translate insights into tangible actions, fostering belonging and challenging perspectives.

Jessica Michaels, a Neurodiversity Leadership Coach at The Neurodiverse Workplace, emphasizes the importance of embracing neurodiversity and inclusion in leadership. Advocating for workplaces that support all employees, Jessica's presentations debunk the myth that neurodivergent traits hinder leadership, arguing instead that such leaders can leverage their unique skills and tackle communication challenges effectively.