What Does It Take to Shift DEI Skepticism into Strong Support?

In this episode of the All-Inclusive Podcast, Natasha is joined by Noel France, Vice President of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Avantor. Noel shares her inspiring journey from marketing to leading DEI initiatives, discussing the unique challenges of gaining buy-in from both senior leadership and frontline employees. She also addresses the skepticism surrounding DEI as just a passing trend and offers valuable insights on how to build trust, drive real change, and ensure that everyone feels included in the organization's DEI strategy.

 

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Episode Highlights

00:00 - Introduction
00:48 - Learning from Noel France’s DEI Journey
02:55 - Transitioning Skills: From Marketing to DEI
04:00 - How Personal Experiences Can Shape DEI Initiatives
05:30 - The Importance of Engaging Frontline Employees
07:05 - Strategies to Overcome DEI Challenges and Skepticism
10:00 - Tailoring DEI Strategies for Senior Leadership
13:00 - Leveraging Data to Enhance DEI Outcomes
16:00 - Essential Advice for DEI Leaders 

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