Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Government And Corporate Contracting Drive Women-Owned Business Growth
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How focusing on local government and corporate contracts helped this woman-owned business grow and amplify its impact, bringing art and beauty to a broader audience.
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Apple has announced a raft of transformative accessibility features that could assist users with disabilities to interact with the world in unique ways.
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From Broadway theaters to local bookstores, the city's most stimulating environments are becoming easier to navigate for those who process the world differently.
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Target CEO Tries To Inspire Confidence In Memo To Staff, But It May Backfire
Facing widespread controversy after the company rolled back DEI policies, Target CEO Brian Cornell broke his silence in a memo which did little to quell staff anxieties.
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Autism Speaks is working to evolve —shifting from controversy to inclusion with a renewed focus on autistic voices, lifespan support, and community-driven change.
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Lyft Silver For Seniors: Why Is Good Design Age-Restricted?
Lyft designed a senior-friendly app with larger fonts and simplified features—but why are these usability improvements locked away from others who could benefit?
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Meet The Forgotten Black Lesbian Dandies
While the Met Gala primarily highlights this tradition through a lens of masculinity, it’s important to recognize the often-overlooked contributions of women.
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Managers Stop Being Nice: Choose Nerve To Be More Inclusive At Work
This article challenges the cost of being nice at work. It provides some tangible takeaways around nerve for inclusive leaders to foster a more inclusive workplace.
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‘Sinners’ Proves (Once Again) What Consumers Really Want
Ryan Coogler's box office triumph 'Sinners' provides a roadmap for brands on how to turn more consumers into loyal, raving fans and dismantle incorrect narratives.
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Met Gala 2025: The Story Behind The Black Dandy Theme
Dandyism, itself, is a literary and refined yet artistic self-presentation, but what does that mean for the Black Dandy and this idea of the "Black Intellect"?
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Build Brand Trust And Prevent Backlash With Five CARES Emotions
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Met Gala 2025: ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ Elevates Diversity, Dandyism In Fashion
The Met Gala theme shines a spotlight on Black style and Dandyism—celebrating the power, symbolism and global influence of Black fashion—in a time when diversity is under fire.
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Working For Women Reinvents Leadership By Turning Volunteering Into Power Skills
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Conner Ives' "Protect the Dolls" T-shirt wasn’t just fashion — it was a cultural flashpoint reminding leaders that true branding demands real bravery.
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Navigating Anti-DEI Pushback: 3 Key Strategies For Inclusive Leaders
This article addresses the complex and challenging environment impacting inclusive leadership, offering hope and practical guidance for leaders navigating these times.
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‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’ Leans Into More Of What Viewers Want
One of the ways 'Law & Order: Organized Crime' is continuing to evolve is by leaning harder into representation.
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Why Beatrice Dixon Turned Down $450 Million Dollars For The Honey Pot
Compass Diversified acquired a majority stake in The Honey Pot for $380 million dollars. As cofounder Beatrice Dixon tells it, that wasn't the highest bid.
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Forbes Talks: How Everette Taylor’s Unconventional Rise Shaped His Leadership—And Kickstarter’s Comeback
Everette Taylor beat the odds to become CEO of Kickstarter. Now he’s betting big on the creator economy—and rebuilding the platform to serve a new generation of creative founders.
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