Show Notes
In the finale of We Are Here, Chris and Ron are joined by Emily Van Norden, branding and DE&I leader, and Nikki Thornton, Chief of Staff, both at CrowdStrike. The group talks about Diversity, equity and inclusion in this jam-packed episode. Emily and Nikki peel a layer off of the CrowdStrike brand to unveil a plethora of tips, tricks, and advice from their experience with people and standing up the DE&I function company-wide.
Key Takeaways:
01:56 Bio – Nikki
02:48 Bio – Emily
04:58 The chronology of CrowdStrike
10:12 Standing up the DE&I program
15:44 From adversity comes opportunity
20:21 Executives promoting DE&I
23:23 The deeper meaning of DE&I and why it matters at CrowdStrike
34:25 Advice for new professionals; making allies
37:55 Get in touch
Links:
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Emily Van Norden: LinkedIn | Website
Nikki Thornton: LinkedIn
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