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# LCW – Language and Culture Worldwide

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- [Six Ways to Continue Uplifting & Supporting Native American Communities](https://lcwinclusion.com/six-ways-to-support-and-uplift-native-american-communities/) - Today, 14 US states, 130 US cities, and the District of Columbia are holding celebrations in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This movement to commemorate Native American history and culture in lieu of Columbus Day has been a hard-fought one - dating back to its original proposal 30 years ago at the UN. And although
- [Lost in Translation: Avoid Everyday Misunderstandings with Intercultural Learning and Training](https://lcwinclusion.com/lost-in-translation-avoid-everyday-misunderstandings-with-intercultural-learning-and-training/) - Intercultural learning and training, Cross-cultural communication, team collaboration, competence, Multicultural team management, Expat onboarding training
- [The Many Faces of Leadership: How Global Culture Expands What Being a “Good Leader” Looks Like](https://lcwinclusion.com/the-many-faces-of-leadership-how-global-culture-expands-what-being-a-good-leader-looks-like/) - Leadership doesn’t come with a universal blueprint. What one culture sees as a strength—decisiveness, humility, consensus-building—another may see as a gap. These differences aren’t problems to solve, they’re perspectives to understand. In today’s interconnected workplace, assuming everyone defines “good leadership” the same way can quietly undermine collaboration. But when global teams learn to name and
- [Building Stronger Teams Through Inclusive Conversations](https://lcwinclusion.com/building-stronger-teams-through-inclusive-conversations/) - Every conversation at work has the potential to build trust—or erode it. Even with the best intentions, they can stall, get misinterpreted, or spark tension. This is especially true when the topic touches on inclusion, and not purposeful, it’s often because people don’t know how to engage. That’s why how we frame inclusion matters.
- [The Chauvin Trial: Guidance for Leaders & Organizations Responding to the Verdict](https://lcwinclusion.com/the-chauvin-trial-guidance-for-leaders-organizations-responding-verdict/) - By Jeffrey Cookson, GPHR, SPHR, Executive Coach & Master Facilitator, LCW A verdict has been reached in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer accused of murdering George Floyd. No matter the outcome, experience tells us that this discussion is far from over. In fact, it will remain top-of-mind for many of
- [LCW's Sustainable Culture of Inclusion Model™](https://lcwinclusion.com/sustainable-culture-of-inclusion-model/) - What is LCW’s Sustainable Culture of Inclusion Model™? For more than two decades, LCW has designed and delivered training, consulting, and translation solutions that empower every individual – from executives to individual contributors — with the tools to collaborate, thrive, and innovate across cultures. LCW’s Sustainable Culture of Inclusion Model™ is a framework for understanding
- [Considering a Corporate Response to the Post-Roe v. Wade Workplace](https://lcwinclusion.com/considering-a-corporate-response-to-the-post-roe-v-wade-workplace/) - Considering a Corporate Response to the Post-Roe v. Wade Workplace: 5 Things to Do and Not Do The Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has forced companies to grapple with how they can respond to this sensitive subject. While some companies have made public announcements declaring their support of reproductive health, other
- [A Global Reading List for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination](https://lcwinclusion.com/a-global-reading-list-for-international-day-for-the-elimination-of-racial-discrimination/) - Last year, the world witnessed global demonstrations in response to the murder of George Floyd. Hundreds of thousands of people across over 40 countries marched to not only show solidarity with the US, but also voice their anger and hurt about systemic racism. While for years race has been viewed as largely “a US
- [LCW Stands in Solidarity with the AAPI Community](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-stands-in-solidarity-with-the-aapi-community/) - We are stunned by the shooting deaths of Xiaojie Tan, Daoyou Feng, Delaina Yaun, Soon Chung Park, Hyun Jung Grant, Yong Ae Yue, Suncha Kim, and Paul Andre Michels and the wounding of Elcias Hernandez-Ortiz in Atlanta this past week. We are heartbroken that anti-Asian hate continues to escalate to such a new and tragic
- [Advancing Black Leadership: Six Ways to Support & Elevate Black Talent](https://lcwinclusion.com/advancing-black-leadership-six-ways-to-support-elevate-black-talent/) - From Day One's recent webinar, "History in the Making: the Future of Black Leadership in Corporate America," discussed what organizations need to do to uphold their promises to build supportive environments where Black leaders can grow and thrive. We know that this is more than a racial equity imperative. According to Coqual’s Being Black in
- [We’ve Had the Courageous Conversations…Now What? Moving from Talk to Action on Race (Video)](https://lcwinclusion.com/weve-had-the-courageous-conversationsnow-what-moving-from-talk-to-action-on-race/) - Over the past couple of months, organizations all over the world have started talking about race for the first time - in company-wide town halls, the board room, and everywhere in between. To help organizations navigate these topics, LCW has developed and conducted a series of Courageous Conversations focused on various aspects such as the Black
- [Social Movements & Self Care: How Black & DEI Professionals Can Support their Well-Being Right Now (Video)](https://lcwinclusion.com/social-movements-self-care-how-black-dei-professionals-can-support-their-well-being-right-now/) - Taylor Elyse Morrison: Inner Workout Several weeks have now passed since the world witnessed the tragic deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd. Within that span of time, the race conversation has expanded beyond our homes to nearly every corner of our lives - including the workplace. While the sea change in racial
- [New Series: “Culture Moments Amid COVID-19”](https://lcwinclusion.com/new-series-culture-moments-amid-covid-19/) - To help navigate issues related to culture, gender, race, identity and intersectionality in the age of COVID-19, LCW has launched a new series of conversations targeting the pandemic’s impact on specific communities. Culture Moments Amid COVID-19 features special experts sharing authentic and personal cultural insights, inside stories, historical context and current experiences that provide a cultural
- [LCW Replay: "Inclusive Leadership: Responding to Xenophobia During the COVID-19 Pandemic"](https://lcwinclusion.com/replay-inclusive-leadership-responding-to-xenophobia-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - A month into the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are still struggling to define “normal” among the personal and professional challenges that we now have to confront - whether it’s pandemic-related stress, physical distancing measures, or remote working. Meanwhile, inclusive leaders at every level are searching for the best ways to support their colleagues and
- [Complimentary COVID-19 Tools from LCW Partner Compliance Wave](https://lcwinclusion.com/complimentary-covid-19-tools-from-lcw-partner-compliance-wave/) - LCW recently provided translation for two complimentary multilingual eLearning resources produced by one of our long-time partners. Compliance Wave is currently offering Preventing Covid-19 and Working Remotely: Data Privacy and Information Security in a Crisis as a public service to those seeking information on managing the current pandemic in the workplace. Compliance Wave’s decision to
- [LCW Replay:  "Going Remote: A Roadmap for Leading Inclusive Virtual Teams"](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-replay-going-remote-a-roadmap-for-leading-inclusive-virtual-teams/) - In today's current climate, work is no longer merely an option - in most cases, it's a necessity. In response to this new paradigm and the challenges that come along with it, LCW recently led Going Remote: A Roadmap for Leading Inclusive Virtual Teams. Part of our Mini-Workshops for Inclusion Champions series, Going Remote was
- [LCW’s Celebrating Juneteenth Learning Module](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcws-celebrating-juneteenth-learning-module/) - Juneteenth marks the ending of slavery in the United States and commemorates the date –June 19, 1865–when a Union general read federal orders in Galveston, Texas that all previously enslaved people in Texas were free. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation had formally freed enslaved people 2.5 years earlier, enforcement of the proclamation had been slow
- [Yes, America is Politically Polarized – Here’s a Superpower That Will Help You Be a Part of the Solution](https://lcwinclusion.com/yes-america-is-politically-polarized-heres-a-superpower-that-will-help-you-be-a-part-of-the-solution/) - Brené Brown’s insight that “we are emotional, feeling beings who, on rare occasions, think” underscores the need to approach election-related discussions with empathy. Leaders, managers, and employees alike may find themselves in conversations or situations where deeply held political views and their impacts on identity and values come to the fore. How can you navigate
- [Reflecting on Progress and Recommitting to Action](https://lcwinclusion.com/reflecting-on-progress-and-recommitting-to-action/) - Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Today, as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we must acknowledge a complex truth: the mission he gave his life for remains unfinished. Dr. King dreamed of a nation where justice, equity, and opportunity were accessible to all, regardless of race. While
- [Creating Belonging for Neurodivergent Colleagues](https://lcwinclusion.com/creating-belonging-for-neurodivergent-colleagues/) - At LCW, we have spent the last 25 years helping organizations develop intercultural competence, the ability to shift perspective and adapt behavior when confronted with human differences. Intercultural competence drives innovation and high performance when embedded in both the mindsets and systems of an organization, and since in 2024 we all work in culturally diverse
- [Preview of Jewish and Muslim Spotlights](https://lcwinclusion.com/preview-of-jewish-and-muslim-spotlights/) - Missed the preview? Watch the recording of it below. Preview of ew content on the Jewish and Muslim communities.
- [Celebrating and honoring Juneteenth](https://lcwinclusion.com/celebrating-and-honoring-juneteenth/) - What can you do to celebrate and honor this Juneteenth holiday? Support the agenda for a better future for Black communities in your area! The agenda for a better future for the Black community is comprehensive and multifaceted, aiming to address systemic inequalities and promote holistic empowerment. By focusing on these key areas, the community
- [Navigating DEI Backlash: Lessons from the MIT Case](https://lcwinclusion.com/navigating-dei-backlash/) - One of our clients asked for our thoughts this week on the latest move in the ongoing backlash against DEI. On May 20th, a conservative group filed a complaint with the US Dept of Education Office of Civil Rights against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for excluding some students from the university’s “CRWN” networking, mentoring, and development
- [Iceberg or Beacon? How the Cultural Iceberg Guides Us Toward Greater Inclusion](https://lcwinclusion.com/iceberg-or-beacon-how-the-cultural-iceberg-guide-us-toward-greater-inclusion/) - Over 25 years ago, the blockbuster film Titanic recreated the story of modern history’s deadliest peacetime commercial marine disaster. Whether you’ve seen the film or not, you likely know how the ship once called “unsinkable” met its deadly fate. While the Titanic crew made efforts to maneuver around an iceberg they spotted ahead, the ship
- [LCW Announces Discounted Talent Review Learning Bundles](https://lcwinclusion.com/talent-review-bundles-2023/) - Claim Your Discount Take 25% off some of our most popular programs to close out your year with intentional investment in disrupting bias! For many organizations, this time of year marks the season for performance management discussions and talent planning; this is an excellent opportunity to equip people managers with tools that enable sustainable high
- [Managing Bias in Talent Review](https://lcwinclusion.com/managing-bias-in-talent-review/) - By Andrea Wicks Bowles | Senior Consultant As we navigate the complexities of hybrid, remote, and in-office work arrangements, companies across the globe are facing the effects of shifting employee-employer relationships. In 2022, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that voluntary turnover (“quit rates”) was up 25% from pre-pandemic levels, and the McKinsey Global Survey found career development and advancement
- [Three Proven Steps for Leading Inclusively](https://lcwinclusion.com/three-proven-steps-for-leading-inclusively/) - As a senior leader, it’s your role to listen to your teams, internalize what is top of mind for them, and develop strategies to create a more inclusive organization. According to a survey conducted by the Harvard Business Review, “teams with inclusive leaders are 17% more likely to report that they are high performing, 20%
- [A Cultural Response to Anti-Trans Legislation](https://lcwinclusion.com/a-cultural-response-to-anti-trans-legislation/) - In recent years, there has been a wave of anti-trans legislation passed in state legislatures across the country. These laws target transgender youth, specifically transgender girls, and seek to limit their access to gender-affirming care, participation in sports, and recognition of their gender identity. Gender identity: One’s innermost concept of self as male, female, a
- [The LCW Team Continues to Grow](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-continues-to-grow/) - LCW is proud to announce that our team is once again growing. We’re excited to introduce four new hires and two new roles within the organization. This growth represents LCW’s continued commitment to providing personal and intentional partnership with every LCW client as we strive to help make transformational change across global organizations. “Expanding
- [How Can We Retain Diverse Teams? Larry Baker Shares his Perspective with From Day One](https://lcwinclusion.com/how-can-we-retain-diverse-teams-larry-baker-shares-his-perspective-with-from-day-one/) - You've hired diverse talent - now what? Last month, Larry Baker and other DEI leaders joined From Day One’s recent virtual conference, Diversity: How Employers Can Match Words With Deeds, to tackle this question. Throughout the discussion, one thing was clear: consistency and accountability are key to making sure companies create "sticky" workplaces. "What gets
- [LCW Welcomes Alisa Kolodizner as Co-CEO & Managing Partner](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-welcomes-alisa-kolodizner-as-managing-partner/) - For over two decades, LCW has taken a unique and industry-leading approach to helping individuals and organizations succeed across cultures. Well, we are at it again… Today we are very excited to introduce Alisa Kolodizner as the newest member of LCW’s executive leadership team. Alisa will assume the role of Co-CEO & Managing Partner, while
- [LCW Welcomes Four New Team Members and Announces Two New Roles](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-welcomes-four-new-team-members-and-announces-two-new-roles/) - The LCW team is proud to announce four new team members and two new roles, adding to the expertise and skills we utilize every day to drive transformational change for our clients. These additions will allow LCW to stay at the forefront of the industry by developing innovative new offerings, while simultaneously delivering the trusted
- [LCW Names Charles Adams Co-CEO & Managing Principal](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-names-charles-adams-managing-principal-co-ceo/) - LCW is thrilled to announce that Charles “Chuck” Adams has assumed a new role within the organization as Co-CEO & Managing Principal. Chuck joined LCW as Managing Principal in February 2020, bringing with him nearly 20 years of experience working in community, education, and corporate diversity programs. In the time since, Chuck has been a
- [LCW Celebrates Two New Team Members and Three New Roles](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-celebrates-two-new-team-members-and-three-new-roles/) - LCW is pleased to announce another exciting expansion of our team. We are proud to welcome two new Associate Consultants to the organization and celebrate the promotion of two team members to the Principal Consultant role and the promotion of one team member to the Consultant role. Nassise Geleta and Hannah Strack join the LCW
- [Learning Paths to Uplift the Black Experience](https://lcwinclusion.com/learning-journeys-to-uplift-the-black-experience/) - Get a head-start planning impactful DEI programming this Black History Month and beyond! Utilizing our proven, identity-based workshops and resources, we’ve curated two learning paths designed to spark sustainable conversations that uplift Black excellence in your organization. Partner with LCW expert facilitators to explore what it means to be a proactive ally and authentically support
- [10 Tips for Building Trust and Engagement in the Virtual Workplace](https://lcwinclusion.com/10-tips-for-building-trust-and-engagement-in-the-virtual-workplace/) - By Conner Williams | Consultant For many people, the coronavirus pandemic brought about a new virtual working environment that is here to stay. As recently as May 2022, just 4% of employers indicated they were requiring their entire workforces to return to the office. Not being physically present with your team can make it easy
- [LCW Announces a New Visual Identity](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-announces-a-new-visual-identity/) - The Future is Bright! Since 2000, LCW has been helping individuals and organizations navigate cultural difference. In the 20+ years since our founding, our commitment to helping clients navigate the ever-changing complexities of communication, inclusion, and culture has remained the foundation of our work. Today, our team of intercultural experts is trusted by organizations worldwide
- [The Role of an Inclusive Leader When the Coronavirus Spreads Fear, Racism, and Xenophobia](https://lcwinclusion.com/the-role-of-an-inclusive-leader-when-the-coronavirus-spreads-fear-racism-and-xenophobia/) - By Monica Francois Marcel, Sarah Froning Nodarse & Shona Ramchandani Inspired by our friends at Boston Scientific and Global Chief Diversity Officer Camille Chang Gilmore, LCW crafted some FAQs this week to support inclusive leaders, and tackle the xenophobia and racism that seem to be spreading with the COVID-19 pandemic. We have since updated the FAQs
- [Introducing the LCW Advisory Board](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-welcomes-seven-to-its-advisory-board/) - As LCW enters it's third decade, we're pleased to announce the launch of the LCW Advisory Board. This esteemed group of clients and former colleagues have graciously accepted their roles as advisors supporting LCW on a number of topics, including product development, growth strategies, and other areas. "For year's, we've talked about gathering a group
- [Hispanic, Latino/a, or Latinx: The Cultural Significance of Terminology](https://lcwinclusion.com/hispanic-latino-a-or-latinx-the-cultural-significance-of-terminology/) - By Ashton Vicente | Communications AssociateReviewed by Rebecca Parrilla | Director of Content & Research As communities and workplaces celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the question on many well-meaning minds concerns appropriate language: What term is preferred by people of Latin American- and Spanish-descent, and why does it matter? Terminology has been contested for decades, which
- [Quiet Quitting is Nothing New: It’s Time to Prioritize Employee Engagement](https://lcwinclusion.com/quiet-quitting-is-nothing-new-its-time-to-prioritize-employee-engagement/) - Contributors: Rebecca Parrilla | Director of Content & Research Emani Richmond | Consultant Ashton Vicente | Communications Associate The COVID-19 pandemic strained many traditional workplaces and led to mass burnout for countless employees. Amid blurred home and work boundaries, quiet quitting emerged as a means to reject the pervasive hustle culture and overwhelming workplace
- [Stay Interviews: Action Plans for Employee Engagement and Retention](https://lcwinclusion.com/stay-interviews-action-plans-for-employee-engagement-and-retention/) - By Jeffrey Cookson, GPHR, SPHR | Executive Coach When it comes to retaining highly valued employees—particularly from populations different from a dominant cultural group*—organizations often find during an exit interview that addressing a specific concern would have gone a long way in retaining that person. Inclusive conversations are a proactive way to help maintain
- [A Note from LCW Leadership: Statement on Florida's “Stop Woke Act”](https://lcwinclusion.com/a-note-from-lcw-leadership-statement-on-floridas-stop-woke-act/) - Dear Clients, Partners, and Friends, At LCW we approach the brave conversations we have every day from a place of learning and growth that never compels individuals to make assumptions or judgements based on race, gender, nationality, or any other part of their identity. We take pride in helping individuals recognize and then directly challenge
- [LCW Welcomes Seven New Hires, Plus a Promotion](https://lcwinclusion.com/lcw-new-hires-promotion/) - LCW is pleased to announce seven new hires who have been added to the team, plus a promotion. These hires, many of whom now occupy newly created roles at LCW, will play key roles in supporting the firm’s significant growth as well as drive DEI and culture transformation across Fortune 500 organizations globally. “We’re
- [What the Trial for the Murder of George Floyd Means to Me](https://lcwinclusion.com/trial-murder-george-floyd-means-to-me/) - Now that the trial for the murder of George Floyd is over, in lieu of an official corporate statement, we at LCW would like to center the voice of our team member, consultant and facilitator Larry Baker. Below he shares his reaction and perspectives for what needs to happen next to implement and sustain true
- [A Note from Our Partners: Statement on "Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping" Executive Order](https://lcwinclusion.com/a-note-from-the-partners-statement-on-combating-race-and-sex-stereotyping-executive-order/) - Dear Clients, Partners & Friends, We have reviewed the September 22 Executive Order, Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping. First, we want to assure you that our training content and consultative efforts to help organizations build cultures of inclusion do not now nor ever promote race or sex stereotyping or scapegoating in any way.
- [Chuck Adams Joins LCW as Managing Principal](https://lcwinclusion.com/chuck-adams-joins-lcw-as-managing-principal/) - Charles "Chuck" Adams has joined LCW as a Managing Principal, a newly created role that straddles the areas of operations and consulting. Chuck has nearly 20 years of experience in community, education, and corporate diversity and inclusion programs. Prior to joining LCW, Chuck occupied various leadership roles in Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Diversity and Inclusion,
- [Cultural Immersions "Black Experience" Program Receives Praise from CTI](https://lcwinclusion.com/center-for-talent-innovation-unilever-lcw-cultural-immersions-black-experience/) - The The Center for Talent Innovation's (CTI's) recent report, Being Black in Corporate America: An Intersectional Exploration calls LCW's Cultural Immersions Program a transformative tool that “awakens through conversation." The program, developed in partnership with Unilever, was originally launched as a tool for helping marketing employees increase their cultural competency. Since then, 5,000 local and

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- [Our Impact](https://lcwinclusion.com/about/our-impact/) - Transformative Impact See how our culture-focused programs drive real-world results What our clients are saying “The day after you met with the executive committee (EC), we had our 2-day offsite. We heard the CEO and EC respectfully challenge each other during a talent review and use the bias terminology you just introduced; I even saw
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## Team Members

- [Rebecca Parrilla](https://lcwinclusion.com/team/rebecca-parrilla/) - Rebecca’s passion is to help people more easily and authentically understand, energize, influence, and collaborate with people of different cultural and diversity profiles. As Head of Client Solutions, Rebecca leverages her DEI & cultural competence subject matter expertise as well as her deep knowledge of LCW’s capabilities to engage new clients, uncovering their needs
- [Andrea Wicks Bowles](https://lcwinclusion.com/team/andrea-wicks-bowles/) - Andrea Wicks Bowles has a strong track record working with clients to meet business objectives through strategic talent management, diversity, equity and inclusion, and management support. Her career has benefited from working at progressive companies such as Work/Family Directions, Bright Horizons, Jennifer Brown Consulting, and now LCW. Identifying the intersection of culture, employee wellbeing, business
- [Sarah Gluckstein](https://lcwinclusion.com/team/sarah-gluckstein/) - Sarah’s passion for quantitative problem-solving has taken her through studying astronomy, teaching high school physics, insurance administration, and now to accounting. She is the owner of Lucky Stone Bookkeeping. Sarah is a native Midwesterner, and lives in Chicago with her wife and cats. In her spare time, she enjoys textile crafts, transformative fiction, tabletop
- [Kaitlin Nonweiler](https://lcwinclusion.com/team/kaitlin-nonweiler/) - Kaitlin is an intercultural professional with 8+ years of experience in researching and implementing creative ways to leverage cultural differences and similarities. Kaitlin has found success with clients in encouraging self-reflection, dialogue, story sharing, and awareness of unconscious bias to actively work to change inner dialogue and foster greater understanding and empathy.Kaitlin began her career
- [Keri Luo](https://lcwinclusion.com/team/keri-luo/) - Keri brings more than 15 years of experience working across multiple design media. She leverages this experience to create visually stunning content, from presentations to training materials, for LCW. Born and raised in Chengdu, China, she worked at a top advertising agency in China before coming to the US, where she began to learn

## Case Studies

- [Case Study: Equitable Talent Management Process](https://lcwinclusion.com/case_studies/case-study-talent-management/) - Since 2015, LCW has partnered with the client to help build sustainable inclusion both in the culture and employee experience as well as in the talent management systems. LCW's training programs provided managers, executives, and HR and DEI practitioners with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to manage unconscious bias and lead with intercultural competence across the global organization.
- [Case Study: Supporting a Global Workforce](https://lcwinclusion.com/case_studies/case-study-global-workforce/) - The client needed an effective yet scalable way to equip employees across five countries to better serve their diverse customer base. With a strong Business Resource Group (BRG) community and accolades from organizations like Working Mother Media and Alliance for Board Diversity, the bank wanted to take the next step in its DEI journey.
- [Case Study: Sustainable Culture of Inclusion](https://lcwinclusion.com/case_studies/case-study-sustainable-culture-inclusion/) - Founded over 70 years ago, the client is one of the world’s top communication agencies for global clients. The agency operates in over 80 countries to promote authenticity through dynamic branding, reputation, and experience. Their dedication to DEI has garnered accolades from organizations such as the Human Rights Campaign, and the Purpose Awards EMEA.
- [Case Study: Interrupting Unconscious Bias](https://lcwinclusion.com/case_studies/case-study-unconscious-bias/) - For over 135 years, this trusted pharmaceutical giant has helped keep people well at every age and every stage in life. It is one of the world’s largest and most broadly based healthcare company, working to create inclusive, respectful healthcare environments in over 60 countries. The client believes that progress is best made through the power of belonging, and the company’s DEI efforts have garnered recognition from organizations such as the Human Rights Campaign, Military Friendly, and the Disability Equality Index.

## Podcasts

- [Decoded: "You need to watch your tone."](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/decoded-you-need-to-watch-your-tone/) - The phrase “you need to watch your tone” is used to silence someone’s voice, invalidating their emotions and perspective in the process. Often bias and cultural difference manifest at the root of this tone policing, especially silencing women and BIPOC employees. So how do we respond when someone says this and how do we begin
- [Decoded: "I don't see color."](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/decoded-i-dont-see-color/) - “I don’t see color” is sometimes viewed as a non-discriminatory, “politically correct” approach to interactions with people of color. But in reality, there’s a difference between understanding a person’s inherent value and being mindful of the challenges and perspectives each unique identity brings to the conversation. To help us unpack this phrase, Host Larry Baker
- [Decoded: "You're just a diversity hire."](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/decoded-youre-just-a-diversity-hire/) - What does it mean to be a “diversity hire?” Is it just a marketing ploy, or are organizations truly looking to diversify their team’s thought leadership? And what effects do these expectations have on the employee? Brave Conversations with LCW Host Larry Baker (he/him) is joined by Ana Goehner (she/her) to discuss her lived experience “checking two diversity
- [Deconstructing Myths About the AANHPI Community](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/deconstructing-myths-about-the-aanhpi-community/) - Since 1992, May has been recognized as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month in the United States. So how can we honor the lived experiences of this diverse community and show up as authentic allies coming out of a pandemic that increased anti-Asian hate crimes and discrimination? In this episode of Brave
- [Fill Your Cup: A Cultural Take on Wellness](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/podcast-fill-your-cup-a-cultural-take-on-wellness/) - April 7 was World Health Day, and May is Mental Health Month. But why talk about health and wellness in the workplace? What can organizations do to promote wellness and help diverse teams thrive? In this live-streamed episode of Brave Conversations with LCW, Host Larry Baker (he/him) was joined by LCW Consultant Emani Richmond (she/her)
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Tyronne Stoudemire, Hyatt Hotels Corporation](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-with-tyronne-stoudemire/) - Season One of the Culture Moments Podcast begins with Tyronne Stoudemire, Global Vice President of Diversity Equity & Inclusion for Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Tyronne has worked with LCW in many capacities, dating back to his early DEI years at Hewitt Associates. It was there that he learned the DEI ropes and helped Hewitt make big
- [Introducing the Culture Moments Podcast!](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/introducing-the-culture-moments-podcast/) - As we enter this new year, LCW is pleased to launch our newest project, the Culture Moments Podcast! We're kicking it all off with our first season, Around the World in 20 Years: Global Lessons in DEI. Last year, LCW happened to wrap up 20 years in business during what can only be described as
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Geetha Rajagopal, Phebus HR Advisory](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/around-the-world-in-20-years-with-geetha-rajagopal-phebus-hr-advisory/) - In a fitting continuation from our last episode with Tyronne Stoudemire, Episode 2 of the Around the World in 20 Years series on the Culture Moments Podcast features Geetha Rajagopal, another colleague and friend we worked with closely at Hewitt & Associates. When LCW began working with Hewitt on expanding their D&I and cultural competence
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Carol Watson of BCW Global](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/around-the-world-in-the-world-in-20-years-with-carol-watson-bcw/) - Today, we’re continuing our Around the World in 20 Years journey with Carol Watson, the Chief Inclusion Officer at global communications agency BCW. We began working with Carol through our partnership with Diversity Best Practices and Working Mother Media, where she was at the time a Senior Director of Global Advisory and Consulting. There she
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Stephen Cornejo Garcia of Allstate](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/around-the-world-in-20-years-with-stephen-cornejo-garcia-of-allstate/) - Today, we’re continuing our Around the World in 20 Years journey with Stephen Cornejo Garcia, Director of Inclusive Diversity and Organizational Effectiveness at Allstate. Stephen executes the enterprise strategy around diversity and inclusion and oversees the organizational effectiveness solutions designed to impact the people side of change and transformation. LCW has worked with Stephen and
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Kamillah Knight of Ferrero](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/around-the-world-in-20-years-with-kamillah-knight-of-ferrero/) - We continue our Around the World in 20 Years journey with Kamillah Knight, Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Ferrero North America. Yes, Nutella, Kinder…that Ferrero! At Ferrero, Kamillah is responsible for advancing the company’s global efforts on diversity in North America and helping to shape its inclusion strategy across the region. Prior to this,
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Mita Mallick of Carta](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/around-the-world-in-20-years-with-mita-mallick-of-carta/) - Today, we continue our Around the World in 20 Years journey with Mita Mallick. When we had this conversation at the tail end of 2020, Mita had just started her new role as the Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta. A corporate change-maker with a track record of transforming businesses and cultures, Mita
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Lukeisha Paul of GroupM](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-lukeisha-paul-group-m/) - Today, we continue our Around the World in 20 Years journey with Lukeisha Paul, the head of diversity, equity and inclusion for GroupM US. Before taking on her current role, Lukeisha had been with Mindshare, MAXUS and GroupM for 15 years overseeing print media for a vast array of accounts in pharma, retail, CPG, QSR, and finance. She also
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Akberet Boykin-Farr of Emerson](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-around-the-world-in-20-years-with-akberet-boykin-farr-of-emerson/) - “If you want to make progress, you just have to move!" Today, we continue our Around the World in 20 Years journey with Akberet Boykin-Farr. Akberet is VP of Diversity and Social Responsibility at Emerson out of St. Louis, Missouri. She’s responsible for the executive leadership and management of the company’s diversity and inclusion initiatives,
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Cathy Gallagher-Louisy of CGL Consulting](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-around-the-world-in-20-years-with-cathy-gallagher-louisy-of-cgl-consulting/) - Our "Around the World in 20 Years" series continues in Canada, where we're chatting with Cathy Gallagher-Louisy, Principal at CGL Consulting. Cathy is a globally-connected DEI and Corporate Social Responsibility professional with over 15 years of experience across a wide range of organizations. She is a Professor at the Centennial College Certificate in Leadership and
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Kimberly Williams of Stanley Black & Decker](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-around-the-world-in-20-years-with-kimberly-williams-of-stanley-black-decker/) - "Unless we can change some of the things that are happening around us, the problems will keep coming in. No matter how much strategy we build, no matter how much training we do, no matter how much we link something to compensation, what's happening outside always happens inside." - Kimberly Williams, Global Diversity & Inclusion
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Around the World in 20 Years with Patricia Glasel of TransPerfect](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-around-the-world-in-20-years-with-patricia-glasel-of-transperfect/) - Today, we continue our Around the World in 20 Years journey with Patricia Glasel, Global Training Director at TransPerfect. Born in Africa with roots in France and the West Indies, Patricia’s career has spanned 11 countries. When she came to the US to study at Northwestern University, she met LCW’s founders and began working with
- [Decoded: "But you don't look autistic."](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/2782/) - The phrase “but you don’t look autistic” presupposes autism as an “other,” ostracizing autistic people from the conversation and discounting the community’s diverse lived experiences. So how do we respond to anti-autistic microaggressions, and what can we do to foster a sense of belonging through inclusive language? To help us unpack this loaded question, Brave
- [Decoded: "You're not being a team player."](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/podcast-decoded-youre-not-being-a-team-player/) - If you don’t participate in your workplace culture the expected way, you might hear, “You’re not being a team player.” But what are the qualities of a team player, and why are some viewed as more acceptable than others? Brave Conversations with LCW Host Larry Baker (he/him) is joined by DEI Practitioner and Founder of
- [Decoded: "Where are you really from?"](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/podcast-decoded-where-are-you-really-from/) -  Regardless of birthplace or current residence, the phrase “Where are you really from?” can be belittling of an individual’s intersectional identity. How do you respond when you’re positioned as an “outsider” in the conversation? To help us unpack this phrase, Brave Conversations with LCW Host Larry Baker (he/him) is joined by Go Beyond Co-Founder
- [Culture Moments: Let's Talk About Why Juneteenth Matters](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-lets-talk-about-why-juneteenth-matters/) - Juneteenth is now a federal holiday and is being recognized more than ever across America. Yet, not everyone knows why we recognize this holiday, what happened on this day, and, most importantly, why it matters. Culture Moments podcast host Larry Baker (he/him) is joined by Dr. Brandon Caffey (he/him), Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- [Culture Moments: Let's Talk About Gender Pronouns](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-lets-talk-about-gender-pronouns/) - What are gender pronouns and why do they matter in the LGBTQ+ community? What do you do when you misgender someone in the workplace? What’s it like to be misgendered? Culture Moments podcast host Larry Baker (he/him) is joined by LCW Associate Consultant Ada Vargas (they/them) for a candid discussion on Ada’s experience joining LCW,
- [Culture Moments: What Work From Home Has Meant for Workers with Disabilities](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-what-work-from-home-has-meant-for-workers-with-disabilities/) -  While the pandemic has led to the widespread acceptance of remote work and drawn increased attention to digital accessibility, in many cases, workers with a disability have not benefited from these advancements like their peers. In fact, a 2019 Rutgers study showed that among people who continued working during the pandemic, workers with disabilities
- [Culture Moments: Holistic Health During a Pandemic](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-holistic-health-during-a-pandemic/) - According to a recent study by Qualtrics, 58% of employees report their job is the main source of their mental distress. The pandemic only exacerbated this trend - further blurring the lines between "home" and "work." But how did this impact the inequities we know already existed in access to healthcare among BIPOC communities? In this
- [Culture Moments: What Mentorship Means](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-what-mentorship-means/) - Mentorship. You know the term. You're familiar with the concept. But what does it mean to truly foster a meaningful mentorship in the workplace? In this Brave Conversation, Culture Moments podcast host Larry Baker is joined by guests Lisa Fain, CEO of The Center for Mentoring Excellence, Kamillah Knight, Senior Global Director of Diversity and
- [Woke or Broke: Commitments to Black Employees](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/podcast-woke-or-broke-commitments-to-black-employees/) - It’s been three years since we saw organizations make a wave of promises and commitments to their Black employees following the racial reckoning of 2020. So what’s changed? Have these commitments converted to action? What do we do when it feels like performative policy is replacing positive transformation? We want to know – are organizations’
- [Reflections from Two Women Business Owners](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/podcast-reflections-from-two-women-business-owners/) - Inspired by the 2023 theme for International Women's Day—Embracing Equity—we're taking a look inward to highlight the lived experiences of our diverse team. In this live-streamed episode of Brave Conversations with LCW, Host Larry Baker was joined by LCW colleagues Alisa Kolodizner (LCW Co-Owner & Managing Partner) and Tamara Thorpe (LCW Principal Consultant, Real Mentors
- [Supporting Colleagues of API Descent](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/supporting-colleagues-of-api-descent/) - The pandemic led to a challenging 24+ months for everyone but especially for people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent. With the recent rise in anti-AAPI hate crimes in the U.S. and the COVID turmoil that impacted India and other regions, there’s been an increased interest in allyship and resources to support this community. But
- [Culture Moments: Let's Talk About the Impact of Tech Layoffs](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-lets-talk-about-the-impact-of-tech-layoffs/) - Following the industry’s boom during the pandemic, the tech sector faces extensive layoffs and a looming recession. Growing employee unease makes intentionally inclusive engagement the number one priority, but what does DEI look like in tech? Join Culture Moments Host Larry Baker (he/him) and Gusto’s Chief Diversity and Engagement Officer Bernard Coleman (he/him) for a
- [Culture Moments Podcast: Pride After the Pandemic](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-pride-after-the-pandemic/) - In this episode of the Culture Moments podcast, LCW Consultant and host Larry Baker has a brave conversation about what a post-pandemic “return to normal” might look like for the LGBTQ+ community, how organizational leaders can support their LGBTQ+ staff members, and what authentic change looks like in practice. Indigo Avisov (Sr. Diversity & Inclusion
- [Culture Moments: Parenting During the Pandemic](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-parenting-during-the-pandemic/) - In this special edition of our Brave Conversations series, host Larry Baker is joined by LCW colleagues José Guardado (Principal Consultant), Melissa Neu (Business Development Consultant), and Rebecca Parrilla (Director of Content & Research) to discuss a shared experience many people have lived through: parenting during the pandemic. This unique episode features Language & Culture
- [Culture Moments: What the "Great Resignation" Means for BIPOC Workers](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-great-resignation/) - The great resignation… the great reshuffle… the great realignment… whatever you call it, this period of flux, characterized by high rates of workers leaving jobs for better or more flexible opportunities, doesn’t seem to be going anywhere and no organization is immune. In this episode of the Culture Moments podcast, host Larry Baker has a
- [Culture Moments Podcast: What "Return to Work" Means for Women](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-what-return-to-work-means-for-women/) - LCW is pleased to announce the launch of the Culture Moments podcast's second season, "Brave Conversations" with LCW. Throughout the season, we will put our own approach into practice as LCW Consultant Larry Baker hosts panel-style discussions with guests from specific communities, so they can share their own perspectives on the last year, their insights
- [Culture Moments Podcast: What about the Latinx Community?](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-what-about-the-latinx-community/) - In this episode of the Culture Moments podcast, LCW Consultant and host Larry Baker has a brave conversation about the challenges the Latinx community faced during the pandemic and the obstacles this community continues to face in the workplace today. Guests Daisy Auger-Dominguez (Chief People Officer, VICE Media) and Carlos Herrera (Inclusive Diversity Lead Consultant,
- [Culture Moments: A Year After George Floyd: What’s Next?](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-podcast-a-year-after-george-floyd-whats-next/) - LCW Consultant and host Larry Baker continues our Brave Conversation series with a discussion on the Black community’s experience in the time since the murder of George Floyd, what this moment has meant in the context of the Black experience in America, and what can continue to be done to move towards a more equitable
- [Culture Moments: De-weaponizing Critical Race Theory](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-de-weaponizing-critical-race-theory/) - Across the country, “Critical Race Theory” has been weaponized as a justification for limiting identity-based conversations in schools and workplaces. To date, at least seven states have passed legislation limiting these types of conversations, while citing or banning Critical Race Theory in the process and at least seventeen more states have similar legislation in the
- [Culture Moments: Let’s Talk About BIPOC DEI Practitioner Mental Health](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-lets-talk-about-bipoc-dei-practitioner-mental-health/) - Did you know that July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month? BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month aims to increase visibility of the ways historically disenfranchised, marginalized, or oppressed racial and ethnic groups face unique mental health challenges. Culture Moments podcast host Larry Baker (he/him) is joined by LCW Consultant Melonya Johnson (she/her) to take this conversation further
- [Culture Moments: What does it mean to have a race-based conversation in different countries?](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-what-does-it-mean-to-have-a-race-based-conversation-in-different-countries/) - Following 2020’s racial reckoning, companies across the U.S. engaged in their own brave conversations, some for the first time. While we know that many of these conversations centered around a U.S.-centric lens, the conversations that resulted are global conversations that have transcended borders. But how do conversations on race differ across borders and cultures? How
- [Brave Conversations with LCW Live: Let’s talk about religious inclusion in the workplace](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/brave-conversations-with-lcw-live-lets-talk-about-religious-inclusion-in-the-workplace/) - While a person’s faith or non-faith is a deeply personal experience, it is also part of the authentic, intersectional identity they bring to the workplace. Yet, many organizations do not consider this important part of workers’ identities outside the Christian faith. In practicing cultural competency, it is crucial that organizations move beyond religious tolerance and
- [Culture Moments: How to Create Brave Spaces for Your Employees](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-how-to-create-brave-spaces-for-your-employees/) - We all know that what happens in our world outside of work doesn’t stop at the office door. How do you approach discussing global events with a multicultural team, and how do these conversations affect corporate outcomes? Culture Moments host Larry Baker (he/him), Harvard Business Publishing’s Vice President of Diversity and Culture Ellen Bailey (she/her), and The
- [Culture Moments: Let’s Talk About Muralism as Cultural Perseverance](https://lcwinclusion.com/podcasts/culture-moments-lets-talk-about-muralism-as-cultural-perseverance/) - https://youtu.be/4YtUqGSoF-0 In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Brave Conversations with LCW was thrilled to feature local Pilsen murals, brought to life by the rich history of the Latinx diaspora. Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood is home to vibrant murals depicting the cultural rebirth of indigenous Latinx stories following the Mexican Revolution. These murals serve as visual expressions

## Events

- [LCW Announces Public Sessions During Black History Month](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/bhm-events-2022/) - Looking for meaningful programing to attend this Black History Month? Look no further. LCW is excited to offer two carefully curated versions of our programs to promote important conversations during Black History Month this February. Learn more about our offerings and register to claim your complimentary seat below. Understanding the Black Experience In America Course
- [[Webinar] Ask an Expert Anything: Responding to resistance to DEI](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/webinar-ask-an-expert-anything-responding-to-resistance-in-the-workplace/) - Learning with LCW: Thursday, May 18, 12 pm CT Facilitated by Larry Baker and Rebecca Parrilla Persuading another person to move beyond their own resistance is both science and art. A conversation for DEI professionals and allies who are newer to our work or looking to reinvigorate themselves, this dialogue centers on examples of resistance
- [LCW Replay: "Building Executive Presence Among a Diverse Group of Leaders"](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/lcw-replay-execpresence/) - Like “cultural fit,” “executive presence” is a measure many organizations use to evaluate future leaders. However, executive presence models often pose a challenge to high-potential women, people of color, and others from different/minority cultural backgrounds. Building Executive Presence Among a Diverse Group of Leaders explores different approaches to developing and evaluating executive presence while highlighting
- [Celebrate Pride Month with Us: Join Pride Circle's #21DaysAllyChallenge](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/celebrate-pride-month-with-us-join-pride-circles-21daysallychallenge/) - This year, LCW is proud to partner with Pride Circle in India and countless other organizations including Unilever for the #21DaysAllyChallenge. This fun, global, and virtual game engages the LGBTQ+ community and its allies in a series of mini challenges spread over 21 days in June to celebrate Pride all month long. Start Date: June
- [[Webinar] Ask an Expert Anything on Having Difficult Conversations About the Black Experience](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/learning-with-lcw-webinar-ask-an-expert-anything-on-having-difficult-conversations-about-the-black-experience/) - Recording Passcode: x@m.xF4R LCW is excited to announce our brand-new 2023 webinar series, Learning with LCW! Throughout the year, join us for events that start important conversation, upskill your own learning, and celebrate the success of DEI industry leaders that are moving the needle in a meaningful way. To kick off this series, we invite
- [[Live Stream] Embracing Equity: What it means to be a woman-led business owner](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/live-stream-what-it-means-to-be-a-woman-led-business-owner/) - Podcast Recording Inspired by the 2023 theme for International Women’s Day—Embracing Equity—we’re taking a look inward to highlight the lived experiences of our diverse team. In this live episode of Brave Conversations with LCW, Host Larry Baker will be joined by LCW colleagues Alisa Kolodizner (LCW Co-Owner & Managing Partner) and Tamara Thorpe (LCW Principal
- [Brave Conversations with LCW Live: Let's talk about why Juneteenth matters](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/brave-conversations-with-lcw-live-lets-talk-about-why-juneteenth-matters/) - Podcast Recording LCW will use your name and email address to send you a registration link for this event and to invite you to future live stream events. You can opt-out of communications at any time using the link in the footer of our emails. Juneteenth is now a federal holiday and is being recognized
- [[Live Stream] Deconstructing myths about the AANHPI community](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/live-stream-deconstructing-myths-about-the-aanhpi-community/) - Podcast Recording Brave Conversations with LCW Live: Monday, May 22, 12PM CT Since 1992, May has been recognized as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month in the United States. So how can we honor the lived experiences of this diverse community and show up as authentic allies coming out of a
- [Webinar: Planning for Black History Month with LCW](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/webinar-planning-for-black-history-month-with-lcw/) - Looking for ways to bring meaningful programming to your organization this Black History Month? Join LCW as we preview just a few ways to infuse intentional programming into your training that will open the door to year-round conversation. LCW's webinar "Planning for Black History Month" is an opportunity to preview two of our cultural competence
- [Planning for Indigenous People's Heritage Month](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/planning-for-indigenous-peoples-heritage-month/) - This webinar allows participants to contextualize current events in the broader Indigenous experience and preview an activity from LCW’s hourlong training session “Spotlight on Indigenous People in North America.” Together we will: Unpack current events & issues affecting Indigenous communities Introduce the diversity of Indigenous people in North America Review worldviews that guide many Indigenous communities
- [[Webinar] Creating a culture of inclusion that fosters high performance](https://lcwinclusion.com/events/webinar-creating-a-culture-of-inclusion-that-fosters-high-performance/) - In the last three years, organizations have taken unprecedented steps to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in their organizations. Have their efforts been successful? Creating impact that is both measurable and sustainable is both the most vital and most difficult aspect of DEIB work as well as of culture work more broadly. This session

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