In today's episode, we're joined by Jorge Quezada, Chief Diversity Officer and VP of People and Culture at Granite Construction. He delves into the multifaceted world of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), sharing his journey of understanding and the key figures who influenced his approach. Jorge highlights the importance of individual contributions to organizational change and offers practical strategies to overcome challenges like distance bias in the workplace.
Key Takeaways:
(06:34) Jorge's in-depth learning about DEI, influenced by key figures and literature in the field.
(08:48) The critical role of team diversity in enhancing engagement and productivity.
(09:25) Understanding individual team members' unique talents is a crucial aspect of DEI.
(17:38) Comparing DEI to driving illustrates how our views affect how we implement DEI.
(19:45) The cost of losing employees underscores the importance of an inclusive work culture.
(21:07) 'Inclusive diversity' focuses on embracing all types of diversity, now and in the future.
(32:05) Unconscious bias and the SEEDS model in DEI.
(44:59) The challenge of engaging the right individuals in change management.
Resources Mentioned:
Jorge Quezada -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jquezada/
Granite Construction -
https://www.linkedin.com/company/granite-construction/
Ted Childs -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-childs-llc-500821132/
Jennifer Brown Consulting -
https://jenniferbrownconsulting.com/
Judith Katz of The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group -
https://kjcg.com/judith-h-katz
Andres Tapia of Korn Ferry -
https://www.kornferry.com/about-us/consultants/andrestapia
Dr. Roosevelt Thomas on DEI -
https://www.jstor.org/stable/40214558
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