008 | Exploring Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity in Organizations with CJ Gross

On this episode Ed Hoffman and Laurel Sim are joined by CJ Gross, Founder of Ascension Worldwide, Author and TEDx Speaker.  

Ascension Worldwide is a firm dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity training and consulting based in the Washington, D.C. area. CJ has 20-years of experience as an international organizational development consultant specializing in leadership development and Diversity and Inclusion. CJ is a certified Social + Emotional Intelligence coach, trainer, Keirsey Temperament professional, Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) Administrator, and executive coach, with additional expertise in organizational mediation.  

In addition, CJ has worked with domestic and international leaders from Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and government agencies on their Diversity and Inclusion strategies and initiatives. This training and experience enabled CJ to help clients explore impactful strategies for identity, diversity, inclusion, equity, and access from a unique vantage point.  

CJ recently published a book titled, "What's Your Zip Code Story?: Understanding and Overcoming Class Bias in the Workplace". What’s Your Zip Code Story helps clarify the intersection of class bias and racial disparity in the workplace and arms organizations with the knowledge to not only have productive discussions, but also adopt effective solutions.   

Learn more about Ascension Worldwide here: https://ascensionworldwide.com/