AN Radio: Kelly McDonald Answers Your Questions About DE&I

May 5, 2023

By: Agency Nation

On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, Brandon Okita, vice president of FIA Insurance Services and Big “I” Diversity Council chair, sits down with Kelly McDonald, one of the nation’s top experts in diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I), to answer questions submitted by Big “I” members.

Together they discuss how leaders can continue to advance diversity by creating an inclusive and respectful culture. “All voices are welcome here, because we value all employees, and we value all perspectives—that’s what diversity brings to the table,” McDonald says. McDonald was named one of the 10 Most Booked Speakers in the U.S. and ranked No. 1 on the list of 25 Hot Speakers by Successful Meetings Magazine. She has been featured on CNBC, and in Forbes, INC. Magazine, BusinessWeek, CEO World, Fast Company, and more.

She is also the author of four bestselling books. Her newest, “It’s Time to Talk about Race at Work: Every Leader’s Guide to Making Progress on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion” is one of the bestselling business books in the U.S.

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