Join me and Rod Mcleod, VP of Social Impact at Braze as we delve into the crucial diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) challenges that organizations are facing and explore the ways organisations can align social impact with DEI strategies. Rod also provides insights into the measures his company is implementing to ensure their DEI initiatives are sustainable and have a lasting impact.

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Episode Highlights

00:00 - Intro

01:35 - Rod's reasons for pursuing a career in DEI and how he started in this field.

06:09 - The challenges organisations are faced with when implementing DEI initiatives and how to overcome them

09:49 - How to maintain the engagement of all stakeholders.

14:24 - Braze's approach to achieving sustainable and impactful DEI initiatives.

19:42 - The importance of DEI metrics: how to measure and track progress.

23:17 - Rod’s advice for leaders starting their DEI journey