Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Unleashed: Turning Buzzwords into Business Breakthroughs

April 15, 2024

This episode of the Practitioner Scholar podcast, hosted by Lisa-Marie Aird, features a deep dive into the field of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) with guest Maria Luisa Garcia Underwood, CEO of M. Ideas Consulting Services, Inc. With over 30 years of experience in education and organizational development, Maria shares her journey into DEIB, with a thought provoking discussion covering the challenges and strategies of implementing effective DEIB initiatives in organizations, addressing DEI washing, the importance of leadership in fostering an inclusive environment, and the impact of DEIB work on organizational culture and reputation.