D-B-E Unfiltered, D-B-E Diverse Business Elite Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and community stakeholders who contribute to making a difference, talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they’re thinking about in the sometimes controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 01, 2016
Wednesday Jun 01, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we speak with Hall of Famer Olympian Gail Devers on perseverance and diversity in sports.
From the outside we very often do not know or understand what athletes go through to become champions. We speak with Olympic great Gail Devers on her struggles, her triumphs and what entrepreneur endeavors she’s up to today.
Interview conducted by writer Shar-Lee Davis.
Monday May 23, 2016
Monday May 23, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity,inclusion and race relations. In this episode we speak with Andrew Goodwin who is a financial advisor with a prominent firm who has made the most of his opportunities in life.
The Key to the City presented by Mayor Matt Rossen and The Bronco Award sound like sports honors; but for Andrew Goodwin it is recognition bestowed upon one of Denver, CO natives young leaders. Andrew is currently a Financial Advisor who played for the Denver Titans - on an athletic scholarship for football and track & field. He shares with DyNAMC readers how his tenure as a student athlete led his path to focus on helping low income families.
Discover his inspiring and motivational journey from college sports to working to address health disparities policy.
Monday May 16, 2016
Monday May 16, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity,inclusion and race relations. In this episode we speak with the world renowned Ronald Parker: A Innovative Leader Committed to Increasing Black Executives Globally.
When Ronald Parker retired from his position as senior vice president at PepsiCo, his work was far from over. Today, he serves as president and CEO of the Executive Leadership Council (ELC), and is tasked with the mission of growing black representation at the highest level of business globally.
Parker spoke with DyNAMC Magazine about the ongoing mission of ELC, his personal plans for the future and his take on how equality might one day be achieved.
Monday May 09, 2016
Monday May 09, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we speak to Oris Stuart the Vice President, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at the National Basketball Association about advancing the culture of the NBA.
Sports over the years has been a great platform to bring attention to issues facing society and the NBA is no different.
How do sport leaders recognize the diversity in sport participation and choices, and how do they change attitudes and behaviors around diversity that can impact the effectiveness of their organizations to promote diversity.
Monday May 02, 2016
Monday May 02, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity,inclusion and race relations. In this episode we feature our Roundtable Discussion on Sports and Diversity: Is there a Level Playing Field?
There is a lot of discussion about the importance of diversity and countless efforts to increase it in workplaces and boardrooms. In the alternative, some argue that sport is its own culture/workplace? If true, we ask the following questions, how do sport leaders recognize the diversity in sport participation and choices, and how do they change attitudes and behaviors around diversity that can impact the effectiveness of their organizations to promote diversity in leadership and the boardroom?
Our prestigious panel participants are (bottom) Galen Gordon, ESPN Producer, (left) Kareem Copeland, Associated Press Sports Reporter and (right) David Steele,Columnist NFL Sporting News and Author.
Moderator is Douglas Phason, Retired Diversity Officer and President, Phason Consulting Group
Monday Apr 25, 2016
Monday Apr 25, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk with Pamala Silas: A Leader for Native American Fair Housing Development and Empowerment.
Native Americans exist as a sovereign nation within the borders of the United States and, as such, have special treaties that govern the relationship they share with the federal government. This often puts them in a precarious position and, sometimes, at a disadvantage,particularly in regards to housing. Executive Director of the Native American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC), Pamala Silas, who is a descendant of the Oneida Tribe of Wisconsin, shares her perspective.
Interview conducted by DyNAMC writer Shar-Lee Davis.
Monday Apr 18, 2016
Monday Apr 18, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity, inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk to Rocco Giammaria about Narrowing the Diversity Gap among tomorrow’s Future Leaders.
In 2012, Rocco Giammaria encouraged his friend, Atima Omara, to seek the presidency of the Young Democrats of America.He assembled and managed her campaign, along with those of her six running mates. After nearly a year-long campaign, tens of thousands of dollars raised,and many trips across the country, Omara and her team won the election. She became the first African-American president in the organization’s 83-yearhistory in 2013. When we think about the role of a leader, we can’t tab out those who work tirelessly behind the scenes in a supportive role.Giammaria shares why he became involved with local politics.
Monday Apr 11, 2016
Monday Apr 11, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity,inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk to Derrick Parker a Millennial with Words to Live By.
Derrick Parker is part of a generation that takes a lot of heat for an assumed indifference to politics. But his strong work ethic and the inspiration he takes from the words of great and powerful men have made him something of an anomaly. After active and successful involvement in oratory competitions and national contests in high school, Derrick landed at Morehouse College, where he aspires to make a better future for himself as major world leaders of past and present influence him to work ever harder.
Interview conducted by DyNAMC writer Carly Zinderman.
Sunday Apr 03, 2016
Sunday Apr 03, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity,inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk to Noel Alexander, a CEO Globalizing Entrepreneurship about Diversity in the Tech Industry.
As times evolve so too must entrepreneurs in order to succeed in an ever changing competitive world. CEO Noel Alexander of VAST Management Corporation shares how to achieve and sustain success in today’s business world.
Interview conducted by DyNAMC writer Shar-Lee Davis.
Monday Mar 28, 2016
Monday Mar 28, 2016
DyNAMC Diversity Unfiltered - DyNAMC Leaders for a Changing World Magazines’ premier podcast. We bring you the voices of today’s renowned societal leaders and average folks talking about what they do, how they got there, and what they're thinking about in the controversial world of diversity,inclusion and race relations. In this episode we talk to Auayporn “BeeBee”Kongpatanakul a 26 year old Bangkok Businesswoman Rising above Discrimination while Advocating for Women’s Rights on a Global Scale.
“Bebee” has traveled the world as general manager of O.T.T. Footwear Distributors, her family’s business in Bangkok, Thailand. Each time she returns home, she is made aware of the ongoing inequality between men and women in her country and much of Asia.
Interview conducted by DyNAMC writer Diane DiPiero Rodio.
