DiversifyHER

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with her mother, Rhebia (REE-BEE-AH). For the first time, she brings her mom on the mic, and they keep it honest. They talk about what it’s like for a parent to watch their child hurt, why Rhebia sees “divine alignment” in the pause, and how faith, prayer, and trust can quiet the urge to control everything. She shares what helped...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Dr. Kimberley Williams. She is an award-winning educator and Assistant Professor at the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, recognized by Poets & Quants as one of the Top 50 Undergraduate Business Professors. She holds a Ph. D. in Higher Education Administration from the University of Alabama and specializes in student en...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with LaChaun J. Banks a nationally recognized leader in equitable economic development, inclusive growth, and cross-sector collaboration. LaChaun is a Professor of Practice at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School , where she teaches Markets, Government, and Sustainable Growth, and a research fellow at the Kenan Institute of Private...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with  Wilhem Hector, born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, graduated Summa Cum Laude from MIT with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and made history as the first Haitian national awarded a Global Rhodes Scholarship. He will pursue a PhD in energy systems at Oxford, aiming to pioneer Haiti’s renewable energy infrastructure a...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with  Dorothy G. Capers with us. She is the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for C.H. Robinson, a global leader in logistics and transportation. She oversees a diverse legal team and reports directly to the CEO. Before joining C.H. Robinson, Mrs. Capers earned her J.D. from Howard University School of Law and her B.A....

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Mary Esposito. She is a Morehead-Cain Scholar at UNC-Chapel Hill, entrepreneur, and content creator passionate about blending creativity with business. She is the founder of Purple Pear (@shoppurplepear), a crochet venture she started as a teenager that has grown into a thriving platform with an audience of over 307,000 on I...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Lauryn Taylor. She  is a senior at UNC-Chapel Hill, double-majoring in Media & Journalism and Public Policy. She serves as the Class of 2026 Chief Marshal and is the founder of Girl Boss Gatherings, a campus community empowering female college students through career events, social experiences, and networking opportuniti...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Neville Poole. With a proven track record at global powerhouses including IBM and Accenture, Neville has partnered with Fortune 50/100 executives across financial services, retail, insurance, logistics, and hospitality sectors to implement lasting organizational change. Her expertise in operating model design and leadership...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Brianna Pinto. Growing up in a sports-focused family with both parents being UNC student-athletes, Brianna's path seemed destined for athletic success. Yet her story reveals the complex challenges of finding identity as a Black woman in spaces where representation remains limited. "You have to be comfortable in you...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Marlee Reiter. She is the Founder and Host of the Rooted podcast, where she interviews founders, executives, and thought leaders in the health and wellness industry who are helping our society get back to our roots in terms of our food system, social connections, purposes and passions. Connect with Marlee: Instagram: themarl...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Annabel Lissade. She is a junior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, pursuing a double major in Economics and Political Science with a minor in Entrepreneurship. Originally from Port-au-Prince, Haiti, she brings a unique global perspective to her academic and professional endeavors. Annabel is passionate abou...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Alycea Rae. Alycea Adams is an entrepreneur who embodies authenticity and grit. A fourth-year student at UNC-Chapel Hill, she will graduate in May with a B.S. in Information Science and minors in Entrepreneurship and Urban Planning, earning Summa Cum Laude honors. With 1.2M+ followers across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, A...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER , reflects on her journey with the podcast thus far. In this heartfelt solo episode, Raven opens up about the challenges of balancing college life, internships, and hosting a platform dedicated to empowerment and inclusion. She shares how taking time to pause and reflect has helped her realign with her purpose, set intentional goals, and mo...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Dr. LaTricia “LT” Frederick. She is a dynamic speaker, passionate field researcher and certified professional coach who has spent more than 20 years enabling and empowering corporate leaders to successfully climb the ranks, develop highly productive, engaging teams and transform organizations. She currently serves as the Hea...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Kennedy Byrd is a third-year JD/LLM candidate in Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law at the University of Miami School of Law. She is the Editor-in-Chief of the Race and Social Justice Law Review. Originally from North Carolina, Kennedy graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a major in Journalism...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Shelmina Abji As an immigrant of humble beginnings and a first-generation college graduate, Shelmina rose up to become one of the highest-ranking women of color at IBM while raising her two children as a single mother. With experience leading global teams in multiple sectors, she has delivered over $1 billion in revenues ann...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Michelle Gethers. She recently served as Chief Diversity Officer and Head of Corporate Responsibility for Visa. She lead the company's global strategy for growth in inclusive and diverse talent, social impact and environmental sustainability. Prior to joining Visa, Michelle served as the President and CEO at United Way...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Dr. Caprice D. Hollins. Dr. Hollins is a distinguished figure in the realm of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). As the co-founder of Cultures Connecting, she has passionately championed efforts to bridge racial and cultural divides. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Hollins is a seasoned facilitator of...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Dr. Kim Allen.  Dr. Allen is the executive of the Luther Hodges Scholars at the Kenan- Flagler Business School and Kenan Private Enterprise. She has more than 20 years of leadership experience in education, community engagement, and nonprofit management in organizations such as UNC-Chapel Hill, the NAACP, and the Martin Luth...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Shaunté Kinch. Shaunté Kinch, CEO of Empact Global and an expert with over 20 years of experience in healthcare and aerospace engineering. Kinch, a transformative force in healthcare, holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering and certifications in Lean Practice, Project Management, and Systems Engineering. Her impactfu...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with her Visa mentor Raysa Ahuja a powerhouse in HR Strategic Planning, Organization Effectiveness, and Talent Management. With over 12 years of experience, Raysa has been instrumental in translating business vision into initiatives that not only improve performance, profitability, and growth but also elevate employee engagement...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with  Tina Fears. She brings new meaning to the term multi-hyphenate. As a Los Angeles native, she is proud to call Atlanta home. Her recent performance credits include a recurring role as “Clara Ward” in the Emmy-nominated National Geographic anthology series “Genius: Aretha,” currently available on HULU.  As an actor, writer, p...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Kelly Bloom, Volunteer and Marketing Coordinator at Haven House Services. Such a full circle moment--my senior year in high school, Enloe Student Council was able to donate $160k to Haven House through our annual Charity Ball, and I made my first multicultural hair care product donation! So happy to present multicultural hai...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Dr. Damon A Williams. Dr. Damon A. Williams is a visionary and inspirational leader, and also one of the nation’s recognized experts in strategic diversity leadership, youth development, corporate responsibility, educational achievement, social impact, and organizational change. In 2017, he launched the National Inclusive Ex...

Listen as Raven Heyward, founder and host of DiversifyHER, converses with Melody Birmingham. Melody is the Executive Vice President of NiSource, and Group President, of NiSource Utilities, responsible for leading the company's six-state gas and electric business. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University and an MBA from Strayer University. She completed the Advanced Manage...