Category Archives: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

June 9, 2020

The Pandemic of Injustice Part 1

We are facing a pandemic that has been going on for hundreds of years. In this podcast, Dr. Karen, opens her heart and shares her concerns for her family, The United States, and the world. As an executive business leader, you also set a culture and a tone by what you allow and don’t allow in your business. Every day you reinforce your values by the decisions you make. Is there a disconnect between what you say and what you do? Is there conduct that should be eradicated inside your organization? Are there unjust structures that maintain a problematic status quo?

May 28, 2020

Juana Bordas: International Thought Leader Shares Her Multicultural Wisdom

Juana Bordas was selected by the National Diversity Council as one of the most influential and powerful Latinos in America. She is the founding President of the National Hispana Leadership Institute and founder of Mi Casa Resource Center, the largest Latino serving organization in Colorado. Juana is also a NY Times best-selling author, holder of an honorary doctorate from Union University, and recipient of the Life-Time Achievement Award from the International Leadership Association. Juana joins Dr. Karen on The Voice of Leadership podcast today to share her expertise on Multicultural Leadership.

February 20, 2020

Harriet Tubman: Black Moses

Known as Black Moses for leading as many as 1000 Black people from slavery to freedom, Harriet Tubman’s leadership was characterized by concern for others and a willingness to risk her own life on their behalf. She so abhorred the evil of slavery that she was willing to die rather than be enslaved. As an underground railroad conductor, she was proud to say she never lost a passenger. Everyone who traveled with her made it safely to freedom. In this podcast, Dr. Karen celebrates the remarkable and amazing life of Harriet Tubman.

February 11, 2020

Leadership Lessons from Medgar Evers

“As long as God gives me strength to work and try to make things real for my children, I am going to work for it even if it means making the ultimate sacrifice,” said Medgar Evers, slain Mississippi Civil Rights leader. As a leader, what sacrifices are you willing to make in your life and business? On this podcast, Dr. Karen shares other thoughtful quotes and leadership lessons from Medgar Evers.

February 4, 2020

The Leadership Legacy of Elijah Cummings

As a child, Elijah Cummings was told by a school counselor, “You are too slow, a poor speaker, and you will never become a lawyer.” Yes, he was able to overcome the naysayers and other major challenges to become a great leader. Not letting the naysayers define you is one of seven profound insights Dr. Karen shares in this podcast. Click the play button to hear the rest of Dr. Karen’s insights and more about Elijah Cummings’ leadership.

January 21, 2020

Strategies for Non-Violent Social Change Action: Letter from a Birmingham Jail

Fighting oppression through non-violence was the hallmark of Dr. King’s approach to pursuing freedom. Did you know that freedom does not come automatically to the oppressed, rather the oppressed must demand freedom? Listen as Dr. Karen unpacks more about the dynamics of freedom and oppression and shares the four steps for non-violent social change action.