S1 E24 Brian Aquart, Esq - Healthcare Network Chief of Staff - Bringing DEI to Leadership

When you are a talented, educated Black man who is the Chief of Staff at a big health care company, how do you go about moving the needle on diversity? Brian shares with us his successes, frustrations and best practices in bringing equity and diversity to the highest levels of leadership in healthcare. Don't miss his podcast: Why I left, all about real stories from those who are part of the Great Resignation.

More about Brian:
Brian Aquart is an attorney, consultant and multi-faceted healthcare leader with 12+ years of experience 

·      in advising executives & teams

·      fostering growth & innovation

·      managing conflict and

·      public speaking 

He currently serves as the chief of staff at one of the largest health care providers on the eastern seaboard. 

Brian is also the Creator and Host of the Why I Left Podcast, a show that chronicles real stories from real people about why they left their jobs during the pandemic. 

He is a naturally curious person whose passion for knowing the “why” has led him to experience many of life’s joys. Brian focuses on lifelong learning, executing strategies that save lives, connecting people to mission, developing leaders, and advocating for inclusive and equitable work environments. 

Brian is an alum of the University of Florida (BS) and Wayne State University Law School (JD). Brian’s professional journey took the scenic route, but he is thankful for the insights gained throughout the process. Connect with him on LinkedIn and visit WhyILeft.co.