Interaction

In this powerful episode, John Kandray is joined by John Bryson, Senior Director of Learning and Development at Rangam Consultants, to discuss how organizations can create cultures of empathy, inclusion, and psychological safety. With decades of experience in disability employment and neurodiversity advocacy, Bryson shares practical strategies for transforming workplaces—especially in how leaders...

In this episode, John speaks with Steve Sorenson, Senior Director of Learning and Culture at Johnsonville. The conversation offers a rare, inside look at how Johnsonville is operationalizing its mission to develop people’s “God-given talents” in a modern business context. Steve shares powerful stories about leading with vulnerability, coaching through discomfort, and holding high standards without...

In this episode, John Kandray sits down with Trudy Halliman, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Flick Hospitality Group. Trudy shares her 15-year journey with the company, including her current DEI leadership role and the organization’s longstanding commitment to inclusivity and hospitality excellence. Their conversation dives deep into workplace culture, employee well-being, and the...

In this insightful and energizing episode, John sits down with Dr. Joanna Thompson, Director of DEI at One Workplace. They explore the evolving nature of inclusion, belonging, and well-being in today’s hybrid workplace. Joanna brings a refreshing, grounded perspective shaped by her experience in both higher ed and the corporate world. The conversation ranges from the tactical—like building communi...

In this powerful conversation, John Kandray interviews Drury (Dru) Fulcher, a DEI leader working within a local management entity in North Carolina. They dive deep into the evolving challenges of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in today's workplace climate, the quiet rollback of DEI initiatives, and what it truly means to create a culture of engagement, empathy, and trust. Dru emphasizes th...

In this powerful conversation, John Kandray interviews Drury (Dru) Fulcher, a DEI leader working within a local management entity in North Carolina. They dive deep into the evolving challenges of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in today's workplace climate, the quiet rollback of DEI initiatives, and what it truly means to create a culture of engagement, empathy, and trust. Dru emphasizes th...

In this episode, John Kandray sits down with Tyrone Quarterman, Director of Inclusion and Diversity at Day & Zimmermann. They dive deep into the evolving landscape of workplace fairness, allyship, and the role of AI in the future of work. Tyrone offers thoughtful takes on equity vs. equality, how leaders can genuinely support marginalized voices, and why openness and transparency are key to at...