Diversity and Inclusion

Leadership has always required the ability to motivate others and to meet and overcome obstacles. What makes leadership different now? Today’s leaders must also lead the business, culture and people, with a commitment to inclusion. Here are 4 steps you can take as a leader to navigate the right now and what’s next of leadership.

As we celebrate Pride Month, every leader can take action toward change. Here are four commitments leaders can make right now to be an ally and an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and represents an important opportunity for us to seek out new sources and perspectives to learn about Black history. To support you on your leadership journey this February, and all year, check out these resources for leaders.

Investing in diverse talent has never been more critical to retaining and building the workforce of the future. In this webinar, Linkage CEO Jennifer McCollum speaks with Lenovo DEI experts, who share key success factors driving retention and promotion rates of diverse talent and outline how these efforts are supporting Lenovo’s goal to increase executive-level representation of women and underrepresented populations.

Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Linkage, reflects on how public recognition of significant historical moments can stimulate honest dialogue and a better understanding of our shared history and outlines important Juneteenth resources for leaders.

How can leaders support cultures of inclusion at their organization and recognize Pride Month in 2022? Consider these resources and ideas as a starting point.

Eddie Turner, Principal Consultant and Executive Coach at Linkage, shares insights into the historic appointment of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court and makes the case for why inclusion matters.

What do mentorship and sponsorship have in common—and why is it so important to understand the difference?