On this episode of The GRIEA Project podcast series, the team attends Ad Week NYC x The Female Quotient and interviews Ashley-Lauren Elrod, Founder and CEO of Visionary Woman Productions, on ways organizations can utilize mentorship to enhance team operability. During this episode, the group discusses how leaders can empower their staff, chart paths for employees to grow professionally, and tips to maximize cross-generational interactions.

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During this episode of The GRIEA Project podcast series, the team attendees Anime NYC 2024 and interviews exhibitors Hilton George, creator and CEO of Blerdcon, Vandel Marchen, manga and comic artist, and Erik Cunningham, CEO of For Urban Nerd Kulture (F.U.N.K), on the responsibility of creating inclusiveness through media and art, the impact of representation, and challenging traditional stereotypes.

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Listen to The GRIEA Project podcast series, as the team interviews Arlene Tam, a senior director of people strategy, insights & planning with Universal Music Group, on building one's network and finding the power in people. During this episode, the group discusses how important employee resource groups can be within an organization and tips individuals can use to grow their circle.

The GRIEA Project Podcast Series is produced by The New York City Department of Social Services Office of Equity & Inclusion.

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On this episode of The GRIEA Project podcast series, the team interviews Irene Campbell, a DEI advocate and host of the "Last Borough Standing" podcast, on the importance of growing one's cultural intelligence, mitigating one's biases and effectively connecting with others within the workplace.

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On this episode of The GRIEA Project podcast series, the team attends a From Day One Conference 2024 forum and interviews Morgan Bass Roper, a Belonging & Inclusion professional, on the impact of self-authenticity within the workplace, the rise of imposter syndrome, and tips on creating equitable spaces.

The GRIEA Project Podcast Series is produced by The New York City Department of Social Services Office of Equity & Inclusion.

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On this episode of The GRIEA Project podcast series, during the inaugural Fresh, Bold, & So Def Symposium, the team talks with Shanti Das, a former music industry executive & Founder of Silence The Shame, and Michele "Lady Byrd" McPhee, an executive director with Ladies of Hip-Hop, on the challenges of breaking down barriers within industries to foster equity, speaking up for others and yourself, and social-emotional needs.

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On this episode of The GRIEA Project podcast series, the team talks to Mayte Carvalho, Author of "Persuasion - How to Use Rhetoric and Persuasive Communication in Your Personal and Professional Life," about presenting persuasive justifications at work, helping others to adopt DEIB practices, honing in on the right metrics, and mastering the art of communication.

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On this episode of The GRIEA Project podcast series, the team talks to Kenya Gipson, a media executive with iHeartMedia and wellness advocate, about the impact of governmental programs and her personal journey to becoming a media personality.

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