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How do you get a whole organization behind the ‘why’?

Erin Thomas is the VP, Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Upwork, the world's work marketplace that connects businesses with independent professionals around the globe.

On today’s episode, Erin shares exactly how Upwork doubled their Black employee representation in just two years.

She shared what programs were put in place to ensure trust-building and employee development, and how she got the whole organization behind the why.

Erin discusses the impacts a hybrid workplace has on diversity and she shares what hiring tactics organizations can implement to ensure equal opportunities.

Tune in to hear all about Erin’s leadership journey and the lessons learned along the way!