Underrepresented Episode III | A Conversation With Ashley Tolbert And Kim Crawley

By Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli with Chris Cochran and Ronald Eddings

In this and all future episodes, we intend to bring clear examples of all pockets of underrepresentation. We want to shine a light along the path with case studies to draw upon and actions that can be taken to go beyond diversity and inclusion.

Our common goal is to help find a solution to this issue. We must do so if we want to have a fighting chance to reduce the skills gap in the tech industry, and most of all, if we're going to live in a society that is fair and equal for all.

With "Underrepresented"—recorded and produced in conjunction with our good friends, Chris Cochran and Ronald Eddings—we want to merge conversation with action. We want to help by facilitating the process, providing a platform, and opening up the conversation in a safe place for people to come and make their voices heard. We want to let people know that opportunities and dreams are out there and achievable for everyone. Many organizations and people are devoting their lives to this cause, and we want to hear from them. We want to listen to their stories, their struggles, and their achievements.

In this episode, our guests are: 
- Ashley Tolbert, representing WISP
- Kim Crawley, representing neurodiversity

Alright, enough here.

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