Leading in Color with Sarah Morgan

This is a solo episode featuring host, Sarah Morgan, discussing the importance of defining microaggression and including policy and conduct standards forbidding it in your workplace.  MicroAggressions are the often foundation where discrimination, harassment and bullying are built. Having a policy to address occurrences is the best way to get started eradicating bias and increasing inclusion in yo...

The episode guest is Anne Tomkinson.    Anne Tomkinson, SHRM-SCP, is an HR practitioner in Washington, DC. With over fifteen years in the field, Anne has experience overseeing all aspects of employment relations and employment law as well as strategic planning, policy development, program/project management, budgeting and contract negotiations.    She has provided human resources and operational c...

This is a solo episode featuring updates on the EEO1 Component 2, the repeal of the ACA Cadillac Tax and potential payroll issues caused by Leap Day in 2020.     Here's the link to the viral incident at NC State University discussed in the episode: https://abc11.com/5585611     Here's the link to my new website where you can connect with me for consulting and speaking opportunities: https://buzzar...

In this episode, Sarah shares the story of a profiling incident with her children during the summer. She ties this to hot topic stories about body policing, body shaming and dress code.  Here are the stories referred to in the episode:  https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/east-texas-school-district-tells-boy-to-cut-hair-or-wear-a-dress https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2019/09/11/victory-by-swimm...

Today's Leading In Color episode guest is Katrina Jones.  Katrina Jones is the head of diversity and inclusion for a major tech company headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her area of expertise and passion is in developing workplace solutions that increase organizational effectiveness, boost employee engagement, and contribute to a more equitable and inclusive work environment.  Katrina p...

This is a solo episode featuring updates on the EEO1 Component 2, ordinances for changes to gender neutral language in Berkeley, CA and lessons from a viral racist attack in Raleigh, NC.     Here's the link to the CNN article discussed in the episode: https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/18/us/berkeley-gendered-language-ban-trnd/index.html   Here's the link to the viral racist incident in Raleigh discussed...

This is a solo episode featuring personal updates as well as legal updates on the EEO1 Component 2, the CROWN Act recently passed in California, and the new requirements for job postings in Washington state.    Here's the link to the Cary Magazine article discussed in the episode: https://www.carymagazine.com/features/meet-the-2019-movers-shakers/   Here's the link to the Buzz on HR post reference...

This episode's interview is with Dr. Jarik Conrad.    Jarik Conrad, EdD, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is a best-selling author and sought after keynote speaker. He has been recognized as a thought-leader in the areas of emotional intelligence, diversity and inclusion, and leadership.   Dr. Conrad is the Sr. Director of Human Capital Management (HCM) Innovation for Ultimate Software.  Jarik has held significant...

Today's episode guest is Stephanie Ghoston-Paul. Stephanie Ghoston-Paul is a recovering lawyer and an internationally recognized speaker, facilitator, and organizational development consultant. She brings over 15 years of experience in advancing equity, fostering inclusive leadership and sparking systems transformation using racial justice and healing frameworks. Stephanie's unique approach skillf...

In this episode, host Sarah Morgan talks  about company values -- how to determine and define them, how to infuse them into your culture, AND how to make sure they are inclusive. Back in Episode 3 when Sarah did a breakdown about what cultivating positive workplace experiences and environments with a focus on diversity, inclusion and social-consciousness truly means, as an action step, she talked...

Dr. Kimya N. Dennis is the guest for this Leading in Color episode. Dr. Dennis is an educator, researcher, consultant, and community advocate specializing in mental health, suicide and suicidal self-harm, law enforcement, criminal justice system, sexual health and freedom, and reproductive health and freedom. This captures contributing demographic and cultural factors, demographic and cultural ide...

Dr. Kimya N. Dennis is the guest for this Leading in Color episode. Dr. Dennis is an educator, researcher, consultant, and community advocate specializing in mental health, suicide and suicidal self-harm, law enforcement, criminal justice system, sexual health and freedom, and reproductive health and freedom. This captures contributing demographic and cultural factors, demographic and cultural ide...

In this episode, host Sarah Morgan talks hot topics!   She covers legal updates about the Annual EEO-1 Report, the new Sick Leave Law in Michigan , and the new anti-discrimination law in NYC.    She also discusses this recent article from NPR about the risks to health from High Deductible Health Plans -- and provides tips to protect your organization and employees.    Finally, Sarah talks HR techn...

Kandia Johnson is the guest for this Leading in Color episode.  Kandia Johnson transformed her life from working as a corporate communications and learning consultant for a Fortune 500 company to founder of Kandid Conversations LLC, a communications consulting and training company. Leveraging her 15 years of experience working with senior leaders and employees from companies such as Deloitte Consu...

This episode features an interview with Amanda Andere, the Chief Executive Officer of Funders Together to End Homelessness. Amanda has spent over fifteen years working in the nonprofit and public sector as a leader committed to addressing racial equity, social justice, and economic opportunity through advocacy for systemic change. Prior to joining Funders Together to End Homelessness as CEO, she s...

  In this episode, host Sarah Morgan defines what it means to "cultivate positive workplace experiences thru diversity & inclusion w/social consciousness" by breaking down each individual word to compile a full definition.  Leading in Color is intentionally creating the ideal environment for the growth and development of the presence and possession of features and qualities that demonstrate confid...

Welcome to the Leading in Color podcast! Listen as host, Sarah Morgan, tells the story of how and why she created this podcast. Also, learn more about Sarah as she shares her professional and personal journey from Recruiting Coordinator to HR Executive and Social Media sensation! Also check out these resources mentioned in the episode:  Keirsten Greggs: www.traprecruiter.com  Performance I Create...