The Inclusion Solution LIVE
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The Inclusion Solution LIVE is the official podcast of The Winters Group, Inc., a Black woman-owned global diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) consulting firm. For nearly four decades, The Winters Group has unapologetically challenged systems of oppression and pushed the boundaries of what it means to be inclusive. The company has unflinchingly guided hundreds of companies and organizations to reject the status quo, interrogate inequities, and dismantle unjust systems. The Winters Group relentlessly shepherds a new era of bold, fearless leadership that centers the experiences of the marginalized to create justice for all. For more information, visit www.wintersgroup.com.
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In this third episode of the Justice for All season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, host Mary-Frances Winters, founder and CEO of The Winters Group, Inc., sits down with Dr. Shirley Davis, President of SDS Global Enterprises and author of the new book Inclusive Leadership for Dummies. Listen in to learn how insights from those with experiences being overlooked and undervalued can lead to breakthroughs in inclusive leadership, and why it’s never too late to move toward fulfilling your dreams and living your destiny. Dr. Davis also discusses her session on “Living Beyond ‘What If’ ” at the Racial Justice at Work Summit, a recording of which will be available until July 31.
What happens when we are open to embracing both femininity and masculinity within ourselves and others? How do we create spaces where the embodiment of gender expansiveness can thrive alongside other identities? In this week’s episode of the Justice for All season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, host Leigh Morrison, Learning and Innovation Manager at The Winters Group, Inc., sits down with Rob Smith, CEO and Founder of Phluid (The Phluid Project, GET Phluid, and The Phluid Phoundation) for a conversation on the meaning of justice for all and how the pursuit of it can actually be joyful. From opening the world’s first gender-free store to helping write legislation that challenges binary thinking with humanity, Rob shares the lived experiences that enable them to approach this work with humility and a commitment to center those most impacted. Leigh and Rob also discuss Rob’s keynote on “Breaking the Gender Binary” at the Racial Justice at Work Summit: Justice for All.
In this kickoff episode for the Justice for All season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, host Mary-Frances Winters, founder and CEO of The Winters Group, Inc., sits down with Dr. Ruha Benjamin, Alexander Stewart 1886 Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, founding director of the Ida B. Wells Just Data Lab, and award-winning author of the new book Imagination: A Manifesto. Listen in as they discuss the hard questions that we all need to ask in order to achieve justice in our technology-driven world, from who’s benefitting from so-called advances to who is being left behind and why. Inviting deeper reflection, Dr. Benjamin also previews her keynote for the Racial Justice at Work Summit: Justice for All.
In this seventh season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, Mary-Frances Winters and The Winters Group team celebrate our 40th anniversary with the theme “Justice for All.” Listen in to deepen your understanding of why injustices persist and find out what you can do to support and work with those most impacted to come up with better practices and ways of being that are equitable and just. As a bonus, we will also feature speakers from our 2024 Racial Justice at Work Summit: Justice for All. Join us for support during these turbulent times — and to celebrate the positive changes to come from our collective work!
What insights and opportunities do we miss out on when we only define leadership through the lens of the dominant culture? How can leadership development programs help professionals from historically marginalized backgrounds lean into their different lived experiences so they can navigate the workplace with confidence? In today’s episode, host Mareisha N. Reese, President and Chief Operating Officer of The Winters Group, Inc., connects with global business consultant and executive coach Priya Dhingra Klocek, President and CEO of Consultant On The Go LLC. Tune in to hear Mareisha and Priya’s deep dive into why all leaders need cultural competence in order to recognize and retain diverse talent, and how they can leverage that knowledge to stoke curiosity about the systems we operate in, how they impact different groups, and what we can do together to pave a more equitable pathway to leadership.
Host Mareisha N. Reese sits down with Valda Valbrun, Founder and CEO of The Valbrun Consulting Group, for an in-depth conversation on how aspiring leaders from immigrant backgrounds can transform their experiences with assimilation into opportunities for celebrating their whole selves, so that they can move confidently in the workplace. Listen in as Valda shares gems from her work in education and discusses with Mareisha why programs such as The emPOWERment Institute are vital for developing diverse pathways to leadership.
In today’s episode for the sixth season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, From EMpower to MEpower: BIPOC Leadership Conversations, host Mareisha N. Reese, President and Chief Operating Officer of The Winters Group, Inc., sits down with Dr. Robert Rodriguez, Founder and President of DRR Advisors LLC and author of Latino Talent: Effective Strategies to Recruit, Retain, and Develop Hispanic Professionals. Listen in for tips on how to frame potentially divisive topics, from the use of terms such as Latinx and Latine, to how the perception of collectivist values impacts the way candidates of color are evaluated for leadership positions. Also hear from Dr. Rodriguez on what makes for an effective employee resource group and the questions leaders should ask if they want to create conditions where everyone does their best work.
Whether you’re an aspiring leader from a historically marginalized group or an ally or powerbroker, everyone has an important role to play to ensure dignity, humanity, and respect are always on the table for those who do not identify as part of the dominant culture. In today’s episode for the sixth season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, From EMpower to MEpower: BIPOC Leadership Conversations, host Mareisha N. Reese, President and Chief Operating Officer of The Winters Group, Inc., sits down with Minda Harts, bestselling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table and Right Within: How to Heal From Racial Trauma in the Workplace. Tune in to hear Mareisha and Minda discuss why success isn’t a solo sport and why self-advocacy is crucial to self-care and well-being.
Host Mareisha N. Reese sits down with Tami Jackson and Rochelle Younan-Montgomery, Lead Content Designers of The emPOWERment Institute from The Winters Group, Inc., for an extended conversation on how professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) can go from surviving to thriving in the workplace. From evoking curiosity about why we value what we value to recognizing how intersectional privilege and anti-Black racism require intentional disruption, this riveting conversation speaks to the power of sharing stories collectively in a space created by and for BIPOC.
In today’s episode for the sixth season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, From EMpower to MEpower: BIPOC Leadership Conversations, host Mareisha N. Reese, President and Chief Operating Officer of The Winters Group, Inc., welcomes David L. Casey, Chief Inclusion and Social Impact Officer at Tapestry. Tune in for their inspiring dialogue on best practices for creating workplaces where leaders who identify as Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC) can thrive, and hear how they respond when those in positions to hire claim they can’t find BIPOC candidates.
Host Mareisha N. Reese sits down with Terrence Harewood, Ph.D., Program Co-Chair of The emPOWERment Institute from The Winters Group, Inc., to discuss the opportunity gap for aspiring leaders who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC). What can organizations do to support the development of BIPOC leaders? How can they create workplace conditions that encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work rather than suppress who they are in order to make others feel comfortable? Listen in as Mareisha and Terrence share stories and discuss ways to bring about meaningful change. (Editor’s note: This episode contains offensive language related to intellectual disability.)
In this kickoff episode for the sixth season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, From EMpower to MEpower: BIPOC Leadership Conversations, host Mareisha N. Reese sits down with Mary-Frances Winters, Founder and CEO of The Winters Group, Inc., to discuss what it means for leaders who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to bring their whole selves to work. Listen in as Mary-Frances and Mareisha share their MEpower origin stories, and glean inspiration for aspiring BIPOC leaders to tap into their power to control their own narratives through self-awareness and by not minimizing who they are just to fit in.
In this sixth season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, host Mareisha N. Reese, President and Chief Operating Officer of The Winters Group, Inc., unpacks how professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) can tap into their innate power to help them navigate the path to leadership. Listeners will hear from both established and emerging BIPOC leaders as they share their stories of wins and challenges, discuss how organizations can better support leaders of color, and reveal the strategies they use to thrive.
In the summer finale for the fifth season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE, The Physiology of Inclusion™: Finding Ease, co-hosts Kevin A. Carter and Rochelle Younan-Montgomery of The Winters Group, Inc., share the tools they turn to when they need to center themselves. Listen in for insight on raising awareness of your gifts, speaking your truth, and being open to change so that you can transform yourself and others.
For more tips on finding ease, check out our resources linked here: https://theinclusionsolution.me/the-buzz-tools-for-slowing-down-and-reflecting-on-what-you-really-value/
Sometimes all it takes is a moment of deep reflection to turn your day around with intention. In this episode of The Physiology of Inclusion™: Finding Ease, co-host Rochelle Younan-Montgomery, Instructional Designer for The Winters Group, Inc., leads a guided practice for connecting to your authentic sense of self by focusing on what’s important to you so that you can bring more joy to your day and sit in a feeling of peace. This exercise takes less than 10 minutes and invites you to shift your attention to what truly matters, clearing the way for you to be grounded in your work in a loving and sustainable way.
Want to be a part of the conversation on finding balance in DEIJ work? Send us questions, challenges, or topics you'd like to hear more about in an upcoming episode by emailing info@wintersgroup.com with “Finding Ease” in the subject line.
In this third installment of The Physiology of Inclusion™: Finding Ease, co-host Kevin A. Carter, Vice President of Strategy and Assessments for The Winters Group, Inc., shares how he uses Insight Dialogue in his practice to deepen his connection to self and others, and nurture spaces where diverse perspectives can thrive. Follow along as Kevin guides you through this transformative practice developed by meditation teacher and author Gregory Kramer, explaining how each step connects to becoming a catalyst for change.
Want to be a part of the conversation on finding balance in DEIJ work? Send us questions, challenges, or topics you'd like to hear more about in an upcoming episode by emailing info@wintersgroup.com with “Finding Ease” in the subject line.
Self-care and well-being are essential for diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) practitioners to navigate the challenges of their work and sustain their efforts. In this second episode of Season 5 of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, The Physiology of Inclusion™: Finding Ease, co-hosts Kevin A. Carter and Rochelle Younan-Montgomery of The Winters Group, Inc., take a closer look at the six components of the The Physiology of Inclusion™ framework: Physical Presence, Emotional Presence, Mental Presence, Spiritual Presence, Social Presence, and Practical Presence. Listen in and take a moment to reflect on how these elements show up in your self-care and get a preview of Rochelle and Kevin’s guided practices for finding ease during stressful and emotionally fatiguing times.
Want to be a part of the conversation on finding balance in DEIJ work? Send us questions, challenges, or topics you'd like to hear more about in an upcoming episode by emailing info@wintersgroup.com with “Finding Ease” in the subject line.
In this kickoff episode for The Physiology of Inclusion™: Finding Ease, diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) practitioners Kevin A. Carter and Rochelle Younan-Montgomery of The Winters Group, Inc., share their why for prioritizing self-care. Listen in as they invite you to take a moment to slow down and calm your mind and body in a judgment-free space conducive to cultivating a non-anxious, affirming, and committed presence. Using storytelling and guided breathing, Rochelle and Kevin provide their personal tips and inspiration for centering self-care so that you can show up in a sustainable and truly joyful way — even when the work is really hard.
Want to be a part of the conversation on finding balance in DEIJ work? Send us questions, challenges, or topics you'd like to hear more about in an upcoming episode by emailing info@wintersgroup.com with “Finding Ease” in the subject line.
In this fifth season of The Inclusion Solution LIVE podcast, The Winters Group invites listeners to embrace self-care with our miniseries The Physiology of Inclusion™: Finding Ease. Featuring Vice President of Strategy and Assessments Kevin A. Carter and Instructional Designer Rochelle Younan-Montgomery, the biweekly episodes explore the idea of being well to do well as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) work. Tune in for storytelling and guided exercises designed to improve resilience, foster healing and inner peace, and help you let go of stress so you can move with ease!
Want to be a part of the conversation on finding balance in DEIJ work? Send us questions, challenges, or topics you'd like to hear more about in an upcoming episode by emailing info@wintersgroup.com with “Finding Ease” in the subject line.
In the finale episode of the companion podcast for Racial Justice at Work: Practical Solutions for Systemic Change (Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2023), lead author Mary-Frances Winters and special projects editor Gabrielle Gayagoy Gonzalez take a look back at Season 4’s highlights, including lessons on inclusive leadership, making HR systems more just, and ways to co-create solutions with those most impacted. They also sit down with multimedia artist Krystle Nicholas, Senior Financial Analyst at The Winters Group, Inc., to discuss her inspiration for the book’s cover.
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