Advocating DEI For All: The Underrepresented and The Represented

Cecilia Ogude is the Senior Vice President and Global Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at IRI, working with leadership to facilitate the development, implementation, and continuous evolution of IRI’s DEI strategy, initiatives, programs, tools, and resources. She previously held roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co and McKinsey & Co where she worked to drive intersectional and inclusive experiences for employees and senior leaders. Cecilia currently lives in New York and is an active volunteer with several organizations there.
In order to have an engaged team, some key components that must be in place include a sense of belonging and connection. And in these times of working from home and distance from each other, it can be more important than ever to intentionally seek out and create connections with colleagues. In this conversation, Deanna and Cecilia discuss some of the impactful ways colleagues have reached out to them, and some of the ways in which they share and create intersectional relationships within the workplace. They also discuss staying committed to DEI every day, and how those in leadership roles can create space for growth. To connect with Cecilia, find her on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliaogude
Topics In This Conversation
Finding the silver linings of social distancing

DEI doesn’t only mean making huge changes

The value of sharing things about yourself that you can’t find on a LinkedIn page

The relationship between representation and talent, skill, and knowledge

Examining fundamental gaps within an organization

Addressing a red flag for senior leadership that Deanna has seen across many organizations

What it means to be an advocate for all

Other Conversations We’ve Enjoy
Dr. Johné Battle: Measuring Success In DEI

Guillermo Gutierrez: Creating An Atmosphere Where DEI Can Thrive

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Cecilia Ogude is the Senior Vice President and Global Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at IRI, working with leadership to facilitate the development, implementation, and continuous evolution of IRI’s DEI strategy, initiatives, programs, tools, and resources. She previously held roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co and McKinsey & Co where she worked to drive intersectional and inclusive experiences for employees and senior leaders. Cecilia currently lives in New York and is an active volunteer with several organizations there.

In order to have an engaged team, some key components that must be in place include a sense of belonging and connection. And in these times of working from home and distance from each other, it can be more important than ever to intentionally seek out and create connections with colleagues. In this conversation, Deanna and Cecilia discuss some of the impactful ways colleagues have reached out to them, and some of the ways in which they share and create intersectional relationships within the workplace. They also discuss staying committed to DEI every day, and how those in leadership roles can create space for growth. To connect with Cecilia, find her on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliaogude

Topics In This Conversation
Finding the silver linings of social distancing
DEI doesn’t only mean making huge changes
The value of sharing things about yourself that you can’t find on a LinkedIn page
The relationship between representation and talent, skill, and knowledge
Examining fundamental gaps within an organization
Addressing a red flag for senior leadership that Deanna has seen across many organizations
What it means to be an advocate for all
Other Conversations We’ve Enjoy
Dr. Johné Battle: Measuring Success In DEI
Guillermo Gutierrez: Creating An Atmosphere Where DEI Can Thrive

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