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Today’s guest is a transformative figure in workplace culture and inclusivity.
He is not just an advocate for belonging in the workplace; he’s a trailblazer in the truest sense. With two bestselling books, “Belonging at Work” and “Imagine Belonging,” he has become a guiding light for executives, leaders, and visionaries committed to cultivating environments where safety, trust, and a sense of belonging are paramount.
Beyond his consulting work, he stands at the forefront of DEI discourse as a keynote speaker and host of the Belonging at Work Summit and two popular podcasts, “Imagine Belonging at Work” and “The Out Entrepreneur.”
His journey is as diverse as it is impressive, spanning roles at the White House, the Department of Justice, and PFLAG National. His insights have graced the pages of Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and other notable publications. He partners with industry giants, government agencies, and large nonprofits to foster workplace cultures that prioritize psychological safety and trust.
Please join me in welcoming Rhodes Perry.
Tune in as we unpack Rhodes Perry’s transformative path from early leadership spark to a champion of DEI, uncovering his personal and professional endeavors to foster a culture of belonging and authenticity in the workplace.
In this episode of On the Schmooze, we explore:
🎇 DEI Community Building: Rhodes has a steadfast commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, founding a community of DEI practitioners that provides support and imagines a progressive future.
🎇 Embracing Entrepreneurship: His leap into starting his own business in 2015, despite fear and uncertainty, underscores his dedication to enriching workplace culture and the importance he places on feeling valued and included.
🎇 Advocating for Authenticity: With a varied career path including roles at the Department of Justice and policy advocacy, Rhodes champions authenticity and the empowerment of LGBTQ+ voices in all professional spheres.
🎇 Redefining Leadership: He views leadership as the ability to inspire collective action, leveraging his early influences and transformative experiences to guide others in achieving impactful diversity, equity, and inclusion work.
Hit play on this episode to ‘circle’ back to the heart of diversity and inclusion, with insights so enriching, you’ll feel like you’ve earned a master’s in belonging!
Links
- Rhodes Perry on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube
- http://www.rhodesperry.com
- “Imagine Belonging at Work” podcast
- “The Out Entrepreneur” podcast
Books mentioned in this episode:
- “Belonging At Work: Everyday Actions You Can Take to Cultivate an Inclusive Organization” by Rhodes Perry
- “Imagine Belonging: Your Inclusive Leadership Guide to Building an Equitable Workplace” by Rhodes Perry
Other Resources
- Listen to my episode with Dorie Clark.
- Listen to my episode with Jennifer Brown.
- Listen to the Being Boss podcast (retired).
- Learn more about the National Organization for Women.
- Learn more about Targeted Universalism.
On the Schmooze is a podcast that features interviews with talented professionals who have overcome challenges to achieve success. I ask probing questions, and guests share untold stories about their leadership journey and how they built and sustained their professional network.
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