Bernadette Smith, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Authority, Speaker, Author and Consultant

Did you know that organizations with more women and people of color can have up to 30% more profits?  Did you know that more inclusive workplaces have increased employee engagement and retention?  Bottom line aside, the world is a better place when we can create equality, inclusion and belonging, so this week I've invited DEI speaker and consultant Bernadette Smith (www.BernadetteSmith.com) to demystify DEI for us!  In this we talk aboutWhat happens when we mess it up! (because we will!)How to communicate about DEI issuesThe huge role that curiosity playsWhy Bernadette got into this work, and some of the transformational experiences that got her here!For more on Bernadette, check out her website www.BernadetteSmith.comOr join her weekly e-mail list that brings good news and inspirational DEI policies!  https://www.theequalityinstitute.com/5-thingsOr grab her book!  https://www.amazon.com/Inclusive-360-Solutions-Equitable-Organization/dp/1737635410Bernadette Smith is founder and CEO of Equality Institute and award-winning author of four books, including the bestseller Inclusive 360: Proven Solutions for an Equitable Organization.Bernadette has presented to enthusiastic audiences of CEOs, associations, entrepreneurs, leadership teams, sales professionals, account executives, marketing executives, human resource managers and more. Her expertise has been sought after by the New York Times, Forbes, the Washington Post, and Fast Company, among many others, and she’s appeared on the Today Show, the BBC, National Public Radio, and CNN.Bernadette has been named one of Chicago’s Notable LGBTQ Executives by Crain’s Chicago Business and hosts the weekly podcast 5 Things in 15 Minutes: Bringing Good Vibes to DEI. When she’s not busy speaking, you can probably find her on a local pickleball court!