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31 - From Theory to Action: Getting Started with DEI as an HR Manager with Kari Heistad

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Your host, Juan Taveras, talks with Kari Heistad, CEO of Culture Coach International, a DEI expert with 30 years of experience helping organizations build inclusive cultures. Kari is known for creating "Aha moments" that shift perspectives and foster deeper connections in the workplace.

In this episode, Kari shares:

  • The critical importance of aligning DEI with organizational strategy.
  • How psychological safety fosters innovation and drives business outcomes.
  • Why DEI is about "us understanding us," rather than focusing on "them."
  • Strategies for navigating pushback and managing DEI proactively.
  • How to engage mid-level managers to ensure long-term success.

Kari’s insights provide a practical roadmap for leaders looking to create inclusive, high-performing teams. Tune in to learn how to move beyond surface-level initiatives and build a truly integrated DEI strategy that drives business success.

To learn more about Kari's work, click HERE.

To check out the free resources Kari offers, click HERE.

To connect with Kari on LinkedIn, click HERE.

Want to learn more about Juan’s work at DEI Pro Finder? Check out his website HERE.

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Your host, Juan Taveras, talks with Kari Heistad, CEO of Culture Coach International, a DEI expert with 30 years of experience helping organizations build inclusive cultures. Kari is known for creating "Aha moments" that shift perspectives and foster deeper connections in the workplace.

In this episode, Kari shares:

  • The critical importance of aligning DEI with organizational strategy.
  • How psychological safety fosters innovation and drives business outcomes.
  • Why DEI is about "us understanding us," rather than focusing on "them."
  • Strategies for navigating pushback and managing DEI proactively.
  • How to engage mid-level managers to ensure long-term success.

Kari’s insights provide a practical roadmap for leaders looking to create inclusive, high-performing teams. Tune in to learn how to move beyond surface-level initiatives and build a truly integrated DEI strategy that drives business success.

To learn more about Kari's work, click HERE.

To check out the free resources Kari offers, click HERE.

To connect with Kari on LinkedIn, click HERE.

Want to learn more about Juan’s work at DEI Pro Finder? Check out his website HERE.

  continue reading

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