Companies are becoming increasingly aware of the need to create more diverse and inclusive workplaces. Research shows that companies who prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion have better retention, more satisfied employees, more innovation, and better financial returns. This episode is an excellent opportunity for company leaders to learn how organizations can optimize their DE&I efforts upon return to the workplace.

Joining the podcast is Mandy Price, Co-Founder and CEO of Kanarys. Mandy Price has beat the odds to become one of the less than 1 percent of Black women founders receiving VC funds. She is extremely passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, which led to the creation of Kanarys – a technology platform that is transforming diversity, equity, and inclusion work by providing the tools organizations need to create long-term systemic change around DEI challenges.

What We Discussed in This Episode:

• What inspired Mandy to co-found Kanarys?
• How can we be more intentional with our DEI efforts?
• How did Mandy’s background of practicing law help her successfully co-found Kanarys?
• Post pandemic, will businesses be more likely to invest in DE&I initiatives?
• What impact did the pandemic have on DE&I initiatives?
• The rise of the Chief Diversity Officer – the fastest growing C-suite title in 2020
• In recent surveys, 83% of Zen G are saying companies’ DEI commitment is one of the most important aspects to choosing an employer. What type of DEI initiatives help to attract these job seekers?
• Only 1% of funding goes to Black founders. What systemic changes can be made to improve ratio and funding gaps in the venture capital ecosystem? How did Mandy overcome this significant challenge?
• What specific biases or inequities did Mandy discover while going through the VC process? How did Mandy address this?
• What new initiative helped Mandy make her own company more inclusive?
• How can company leaders embrace artificial intelligence and use technology advantageously?
• How will DE&I initiatives continue to evolve in the future?

Contact Information:

Kanarys - https://www.kanarys.com/

Mandy’s LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandysprice/

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