Diversity, The Other 364 Days - A Glass Half Full - with Aleks Damchevski & Christy Bisanzio

In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with two exceptional leaders, Christy Bisanzio and Aleks Damchevski.

📚 Bestselling Authors: Christy and Aleks are the brilliant authors behind the groundbreaking book, 'The Other 364 Days - A Glass Half Full.'

🌟 Christy's Impressive Journey: Christy Bisanzio has been recognised as one of the Top 50 D&I Leaders endorsed by 'The Economist' since 2013. She has spent over two decades as a Non-Executive Director (NED), a senior people leader, and a DEI officer in some of the world's largest companies. Notably, she was the Vice President People & Culture and Diversity & Inclusion at JTI (Japan Tobacco International) in Geneva.

🌍 Global Experience: Christy's professional journey took her to various corners of the world, including roles at Heidrick and Struggles, AXA, and GE Capital, where she served as Global Head Human Resources.

👩‍⚖️ Christy the Thought Leader: Christy Bisanzio is not just an HR expert; she's also a lawyer and a recognised thought leader in the field of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

🌟 Aleks: The Change Instigator: Aleks Damchevski brings over 13 years of international experience to the table. They are a true advocate for diversity and is known for pushing boundaries to create a more inclusive society.

💡 What to Expect: In this episode, we have a dynamic discussion with Christy Bisanzio and Aleks Damchevski. They share their insights on various DEI topics, including age diversity (ageism being the new sexism), recent trends in DEI, and deep dives into LGBT inclusion and gender equality. This interview promises to challenge your perspectives and encourage you to ask more questions.

📖 The Book: Their groundbreaking book, 'The Other 364 Days,' is designed to make us feel uncomfortable and prompt us to seek more answers. It's an eye-opening resource that redefines the DEI landscape.

Tune in to this enlightening conversation with Christy and Aleks, and get ready to explore the ever-evolving world of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

List of topics covered in the episode:

The Book: Discussion about the book titled "The Other 364 Days" coauthored by Christy and Aleks.
The Need for Continuous DEI Efforts: The importance of addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) beyond special events or days.
The Influence of Age Diversity: The underappreciated importance of age diversity in the workplace.
The Backlash to Inclusivity: Discussion about the backlash against increased inclusivity in advertising and the workplace.
Transparency and Trust: The need for transparency and trust in DEI efforts and a potential certification or rating system for organisations.
A Call to Action: Emphasising the urgency and the need for daily DEI efforts and the role of intersectionality.

Connect with Christiane on LinkedIn: www.linkedin/in/christiane.bisanzio.com
Connect with Aleks on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleks-damchevski-he-she-they-b5589b20/

Click here to purchase the book:  https://amzn.eu/d/8OIE4PS 

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