Topics:

• Permission: Granted to Get Rid of Your BS
  America has finally erupted from the inhumanity of racism. All across America cities are burning, people are hurting, angry, confused, sad and quite frankly, just exhausted at being treated less than who they are. You can count on the fact that these same feelings will show up in the workplace; they won’t stay at home and politely wait until we get back in the evening. At work, we still have to show up, meet goals and work together. We can’t navigate these feelings by ignoring them. As you know, that is why we are here today. Historically, organizations have led D&I by focusing on the business case or economic impacts, but it’s time to focus on the moral case. Racism is not an issue for black people to solve, it is a human issue and one that some of your members encounter as a way of life. Take this time to unpack the BS in your organization, so that you can begin to listen, connect, and build authentic relationships.
  
  Throughout this session, Risha allows attendees to express their biases, while giving them easily applicable tools to get over them, however screwed up they may be. Although diversity can often be an uncomfortable topic, Risha’s approach helps attendees to understand the concept, without feeling bored or judged.Attendees will leave this keynote understanding:
  
  •An understanding of Diversity & Inclusion
  •A thorough awareness of biases
  •A realization of how biases originated
  •A recognition of the symptoms and results of bias
  •Tools to address bias internally and externally
  •Tips to navigate bias in the workplace
• Permission: Granted to Build an Inclusive Culture
  Building an inclusive culture is imperative to business success. Learn the keys to creating a culture that welcomes all employees, boosts retention and productivity. During this talk, Risha shares applicable tips and strategies to take your company’s culture to the next level. Attendees will leave this keynote understanding:
  
  •Keys to attract and retain top diverse talent
  •Strategies to showcase how an inclusive culture provides a competitive advantage
  •Stuff she thinks is important (that you should write down) as you establish your inclusive culture
• Permission: Granted to Attract Diverse Markets
  Companies need to know how to get diverse customers to buy their products and services. Why? Because business sustainability, competitive advantage, a constantly changing economy and trillions in buying power. During this session, Risha will share with attendees the keys to effectively engage various diverse groups and provide them with tips to increase their bottom line. Attendees will leave this keynote understanding:
  
  •Create a successful diversity communications plan of action
  •Communicate to diverse audiences
  •Market to diverse groups vs. mainstream audiences