Inclusive Leadership

Dr. Renee McLaughlin, the National Medical Executive, Value-Based Relationships at Cigna, talks about the current current environment for LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion and best practices for creating an inclusive work culture. She offers recommendations for being a stronger ally for LGBTQ+ people with a powerful...

Rob Grubka, CEO of Workplace Solutions for Voya Financial, shares Voya’s strategy for creating an inclusive workplace culture. Rob reveals the importance of building a foundation of trust and how Voya creates an organizational culture based on this trust. He discusses Voya's response to the...

Jolie Haupert, Vice President, Consumer Experience at U.S. Bank shares the power of strengths in both team dynamics and leadership development. Jolie provides insights from her career journey, including a pivotal moment where she transformed her division to better reflect diverse communities. She also discusses...

Craig Warren, CEO of Washburn Center for Children discusses inclusive leadership in corporate America, addressing structural bias, and fostering diversity and equity in the workplace. As the first BIPOC CEO in Washburn's 140-year history, Warren shares insights on navigating leadership while fostering environments where all...

Gerardo Soula, Global Human Resources Leader with extensive international experience, joins host Solveig Brown to discuss effective cross-cultural communication, leading global teams, and mentoring across borders. Gerardo shares insights on how to influence effectively in a global context, roll out successful mergers and acquisitions, and...

Dr. Leanne Ward, Partner of Federal Government and Defense at Kearney, explores the importance of responsible AI, diversity in technology, and ethical leadership. With over 30 years of experience in digital transformation, Dr. Ward shares valuable insights into how organizations can harness technology responsibly while...

Dr. Leon Zeng, Senior Director of Behavioral Marketing and Analytics at Morningstar, joins Solveig Brown to discuss leadership and influencing strategies for success. Key Leadership Habits for Success Dr. Zeng identifies three key habits that contribute to his leadership approach: Reliability – Consistently deliver on promises and...

Dr. Damaris Matoke-Muhia, principal research scientist at the Kenya Medical Research Institute, discusses her dedication to empowering women in STEM through her groundbreaking work in combating vector-borne diseases. Through global mentoring initiatives and community-based programs, Dr. Matoke-Muhia champions gender equality, leadership opportunities, and improved health...