Uplifting Impact

In today’s episode, Justin Ponder is joined by Jeff Joseph, Former President of Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) as he defines what is digital equity inside big and small organizations. The former Starlight Public Affairs Officer will share knowledge with listeners on how organizations can manage and adapt positive reinforcements of digital equity. 

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE

• Digital Equity in Big and Small Organizations 
• Changes of Digital Equity Over the Years
• Differentiating the Digital Equity Spectrum
• Challenges and Outcomes Faced in Digital Equity
• How DEI is Promoted in Jeff’s Organization
• Quantifying Metrics 
• Recommendations for Organizational Digital Equity

RESOURCES:

Jeff’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jajoseph?lang=en 

Jeff’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffjoseph86/ 

SIIA Website: https://www.siia.net/ 

Deanna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/ 

Justin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-ponder-1200b72b/  

Uplifting Impact LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upliftingimpact/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/?ref=page_internal 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/?hl=en 

Uplifting Impact YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNs1RS6JqrU7BHeOc5W6SbQ 

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLang=en 

WHAT’S NEW

Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

Order Actions Speak Louder NOW: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

**The Bridge Builder Institute will launch later this year (2022). Launch date to be announced in the near future!**

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In today’s episode, Justin Ponder is joined by Rhoan Garnett PhD. Former Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) at Milwaukee Public Museum. A leader for strategic and programmatic direction for IDEA initiatives focusing on integrating diversity with the core vision, mission, and values of MPM. His goals are set in advancing the museum’s commitment to preserve and protect the world’s well-being, natural, and cultural diversity. Rhoan is also passionate about mentoring information insight at scale to enable all students to get the opportunity to earn a degree towards a successful career fulfilling life. 

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE

• Rhoan’s Milwaukee Museum Experience 
• Bridging Through Interpersonal Connections (Find Teaser)
• Defining Accessibility in IDEA
• Intersectional Aspect of Greater Inclusion 
• Expanding Bridges to Communities
• Creating a Sense of Belonging

RESOURCES:

Rhoan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhoan-garnett-ph-d-7040473/

Deanna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/ 

Justin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-ponder-1200b72b/  

Uplifting Impact LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upliftingimpact/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/?ref=page_internal 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/?hl=en 

Uplifting Impact YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNs1RS6JqrU7BHeOc5W6SbQ 

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLang=en 

WHAT’S NEW

Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

Order Actions Speak Louder NOW: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

**The Bridge Builder Institute will launch later this year (2022). Launch date to be announced in the near future!**

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In today’s episode, Deanna Singh sits with Michael Barber, Retired Chief Diversity Officer of General Electric Company. They take on the topic of Michael’s diversity, equity, and inclusion journey as a key member of the GE company. They also dissect how companies, particularly Diversity, Equity and Inclusion officers, can prolong the movement even after retirement.

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE

• Becoming Chief Diversity Officer in 2020 During the Pandemic and Racial Unrest
• Continuity of the Diversity and Inclusion Movement 
• Basic Leadership and Inclusivity 
• Michael’s Diversity Officer Plans
• Metrics of Organization Representation 
• Sponsoring Mentees 
• How to Turn over the Diversity Plan, so the work continues on

RESOURCES:

Michael’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmikebarber/ 

Deanna’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/ 

Justin Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-ponder-1200b72b/  

Uplifting Impact Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upliftingimpact/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/?ref=page_internal 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/?hl=en 

Uplifting Impact YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNs1RS6JqrU7BHeOc5W6SbQ 

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLang=en 

WHAT’S NEW

Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

Order Actions Speak Louder NOW: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

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In this episode, Justin Ponder sits with guest Gwen Murphy, the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of SCERTIFY. Gwen is a global technology executive providing technology strategy, architecture, and digital transformation leadership at IBM, EY, KPMG, and other firms. Over several years, much of her work has focused on the use of technology to improve human well-being. They discuss the keys to bringing more women into tech, the anatomy of a sustainable DEI strategy, and how combining ESG and DEI leads to business growth.

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE:

• How Organizations Can Use Technology to Improve Human Well-being
• The Keys to Bringing More Women Into the Tech Industry
• Effective Ways To Ensure More Women Land In Leadership Roles
• The Impact of Tech on The Lives of Women and Underrepresented Communities
• How to Build a Sustainable DEI Strategy
• Why Your ESG Efforts Need DEI
• The Why Of Work: Purpose And Meaning Really Do Matter
• Why We Need to Start Embracing Diversity of Thought In The Workplace
• Diversity in Leadership: Why it Matters and What You Can Do

RESOURCES:

Gwen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwen-murphy-75090418/ 

Scertify.co: https://scertify.co/ 

Contact Gwen Via Email: Gwen.murphy@Scertify.co

Deanna’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/ 

Justin Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-po%E2%80%A6 

Uplifting Impact Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upliftingimpact/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/?ref=page_internal 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/?hl=en 

Uplifting Impact YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNs1RS6JqrU7BHeOc5W6SbQ 

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLang=en 

WHAT’S NEW

Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

Order Actions Speak Louder NOW: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

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In today’s episode, Deanna Singh sits with Tammy Garnes Mata, Valley National Bank’s Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and leads the development and delivery and communication of diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy. They take on the topic of associate resource groups and how it helps organizations connect with its members to help them build relationships, understand their work, and create awareness on DEI, particularly those who were historically marginalized. They also take on Valley National Bank’s governance structure and how Tammy utilizes it to connect with their employees. 

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE

• What are Associate Resource Groups
• Impact of ARGs
• Internal Cross-Bridges of Opportunities 
• Missed Opportunities in Existing Pool of Employees
• Using ARG for Internal Talent Pipeline 
• Tammy’s Governance Structure
• How the Framework Brings People In
• What Brings Tammy Joy 

RESOURCES:

Tammy’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammy-garnes-mata-54564a6/

Deanna’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/ 

Justin Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-po%E2%80%A6 

Uplifting Impact LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upliftingimpact/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/?ref=page_internal 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/?hl=en 

Uplifting Impact YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNs1RS6JqrU7BHeOc5W6SbQ 

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLang=en 

WHAT’S NEW

Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

Order Actions Speak Louder NOW: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

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In this episode, Justin Ponder sits with guest Ed Fields, the Senior Advisor and Chief Strategist for the City of Birmingham Mayor’s Office. In his role, Ed is responsible for strategic planning, thought leadership, and supporting transformative projects on behalf of Mayor Randall Woodfin. They discuss the future of DEI in the public sector, the importance of inclusion in predominantly Black communities, and how public-private partnerships can be used to champion DEI efforts. 

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE:

• DEI opportunities in the City of Birmingham 
• Integrating diversity and inclusion into public-private partnerships 
• The future of DEI in the public sector
• Effective talent management strategies from the City of Birmingham
• The importance of DEI efforts in predominantly Black communities
• Why you won’t get anywhere in DEI without Relationship Equity
• The meaning of Bridging Social Capital
• Ed’s vision for building an inclusive city full of opportunities
• How the private sector can build genuine relationships with local communities 

RESOURCES:

Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/honestlyed/ 

Ed’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honestlyed/?hl=en 

Ed’s Medium Page: https://honestlyed.medium.com/ 

Deanna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/ 

Justin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-po… 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhu…

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/ 

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLa…

WHAT’S NEW:

Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

Order Actions Speak Louder NOW: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actio…

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In this episode, Deanna Singh sits with guest Teedra Bernard, the Chief Talent and Diversity Officer of TransUnion. Teedra is passionate about diversity, inclusion, & equality and understands how critical it is to provide career advancement opportunities and create platforms that influence long-lasting DEI change. They discuss the value of diversity among decision-makers, how to set goals for your DEI implementation strategies, and the best diversity practices for talent acquisition.

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE:

• How to build a sustainable DEI strategy
• Understand that DEI implementation takes time
• The benefits of setting goals for your DEI strategy
• Learning to have honest conversations with your team members
• Why it’s important to have diversity and inclusion among decision-makers
• How to lead diversity and inclusion with action, not words
• How to implement a DEI strategy at all levels of an organization
• The dos and don’ts of diversity talent acquisition 
• Diversity and inclusion should be about making lasting change

RESOURCES:

Teedra’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teedrabernard/ 

Teedra’s Website: https://teedrabernard.com/ 

Deanna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/

Justin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-ponder-1200b72b/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/?ref=page_internal

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLang=en

WHAT’S NEW:

Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

Order Actions Speak Louder NOW: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

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Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

In this episode, Justin Ponder sits with guest James Jackson III, the Supplier Diversity Program Manager at Zions Bancorporation. James is responsible for building relationships with capable, diverse suppliers who can provide goods and services across the enterprise. They discuss the benefits of supplier diversity, how to build bridges for inclusion, and how companies can restructure their vendor operations to include more traditionally excluded groups. 

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE:

-What is supplier diversity?

-Why it’s time to take supplier diversity seriously

-How organizations can get started on supplier diversity

-Using supplier diversity channels to grow your business

-How supplier diversity works in the real world

-Simple strategies to attract and retain diverse talents

-The dos and don’ts of promoting diversity and inclusion in your community

-The innovative, financial, and social benefits of diversity in the workplace

-How companies can empower and reward their diversity ambassadors

Justin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-ponder-1200b72b/

Deanna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/

James’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjacksoniii/

Black Utah: Stories from a Thriving Community: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Utah-Stories-Thriving-Community/dp/1737200090

James’ Website: https://jamesjackson3.com/

James’ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/james3motivation

Deanna’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/

Uplifting Impact Website: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/

Order Actions Speak Louder Book Now: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

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Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

In this episode of the Book Talk series, Deanna Singh sits down with guest Ashley Brundage, Award-Winning Leadership & Empowerment Expert. They take on how organizations and companies can eliminate unconscious bias experiences in a workplace, how they can utilize retention, and how leaders can implement diversity, equity, and inclusion better.

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE

• What organizations can do to manage unconscious bias
• The importance of retention over recruiting through mentoring
• Why unconscious bias prevails and what organizations can do to change it
• Removal of team members from normal work environment to get to know them
• Learning about social identity as an individual vs organizational through perception
• How a good leader can implement diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous learning

RESOURCES:

Book Pre-Order: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-book

Deanna’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/

Ashley’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleytbrundage/

Deanna’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/purposefulhustle/?ref=page_internal

Launch Team Book Club: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actions-speak-louder-launch-team 

UpliftingImpact.com: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/?hsLang=en

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Uplifting Impact is excited to announce Actions Speak Louder, the latest book by author and DEI expert, our very own, Deanna Singh. This book, available starting May 31st, 2022, is a step-by-step guide on how to create change and inclusivity both in the workplace and beyond. In this book, Deanna seeks to answer questions for organizations and teams of all sizes on how to create more inclusivity. Actions Speak Louder creates a blueprint for those who are ready to read, take action now, and build a better tomorrow.

In the third episode of the Book Talk series, Deanna Sigh talks with guest host Jon Kaupla, President and Executive Director of the Wisconsin School of Business Center for Professional & Executive Development. They discuss how Deanna and her team settled on the title of her new book, Action Speak Louder, the avoidable mistakes companies make in their DEI efforts, and why the great resignation doesn’t have to threaten your DEI efforts. 

TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE

-The most beautiful things about writing a book

-Avoidable mistakes companies make in their DEI efforts

-How Deanna settled on the title of her new book

-How writing and publishing a book is like having a baby

-Understanding the privileges you probably didn’t realize you had

-Ways a legacy-driven mindset will define your leadership

-The negative impacts of inequity in organizations

-The great resignation and why we can no longer ignore it

-DEI in the remote working environment 

RESOURCES:

Book Pre-Order: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actio…

Launch Team Book Club: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/actio…

Jon Kaupla’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonkaupla/

Deanna Singh’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/

Deanna Singh’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannasingh1/

UpliftingImpact.com: https://www.upliftingimpact.com/

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