Why true leadership requires disrupting the status quo to drive inclusion
In short: While diversity and equity are proven to boost profits and creativity, progress remains stalled. June Sarpong explores why leaders must move beyond comfort to become true champions of change.
June Sarpong, a specialist in diversity, discusses why corporate advancement has stalled, highlighting that white men occupy almost 90 per cent of Fortune 500 CEO roles. She argues that for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to succeed, leaders must act as 'rock stars' of inclusion, intentionally pushing through discomfort to forge new connections.
Sarpong calls for 'bold disruptors'—leaders who are willing to challenge the status quo even when the existing structure benefits them personally. By examining successful DEI efforts, she illustrates how top-level leadership is essential to making the first move toward a more inclusive future.
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