RECORDING: Intersectionality Matters: Addressing the Overlapping Identities of LGBTQIA+ Professionals
Curious about navigating identity in the workplace? Join LGBTQIA+ professionals from Cummins, including Keivin Lewis, HBCU Engagement Leader, and Seoyeon Bae, Marketing Specialist, as they share their journeys and insights as they explore topics such as:
- Personal Stories: Hear real-life experiences from Keivin and Seoyeon navigating their unique identities
- Intersectionality Unveiled: Discover the dynamic interplay of being BIPOC, queer, nonbinary, and more in the corporate world
- Cummins' Inclusivity Commitment: Learn about resources, ERGs, and support available for LGBTQIA+ professionals.
Join us for an authentic, enlightening discussion that celebrates diversity and empowers advocacy. Sign up to secure your spot now and be part of the conversation that matters!
Keivin Lewis
Keivin is a Metro Detroit native, passionate about fitness and helping people embrace their true self. As the HBCU Engagement Leader, Keivin is passionate about keeping DEI at the forefront of the recruitment process. In addition, advocating for LGBTQ rights is a cause close to his heart as he serves as Co-Lead for Michigan Pride ERG at Cummins inc. His strong suit is solving problems and finding solutions, whether it's in his personal life, his work, or championing social causes.
Seoyeon Bae
Seoyeon Bae is a Marketing Specialist with backgrounds in advertising, psychology, and DEIB. Born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, they have been involved in DEIB for BIPOC, queer, trans/nonbinary, immigrants, and neurodiversity. Seoyeon is also passionate about mental health, content creation, and marketing strategy.
Hop on the Rainbow Book Bus! How This LGBTQ+ Company is Changing the Book Industry - a conversation with Allstora Co-Founder Adam Powell
More than 4,200 books faced censorship last year, marking a 65% increase from the previous year, according to the American Library Association (ALA). This surge in censorship occurs while the average full-time author earns only $10,000 annually. Allstora aims to change this by providing enrolled authors with 100% of the profits from individual book sales. Join us as we sit down with Adam Powell, who co-founded Allstora with Eric Cervini and the legendary RuPaul Charles. We'll discuss how this innovative company is empowering underrepresented authors and combating LGBTQIA+ discrimination.
Adam Powell
ADAM POWELL is the Co-Founder of Allstora and The Rainbow Book Bus. Following undergrad at Harvard, Powell went on to work in marketing and talent partnerships for seven years, before launching ShopQueer.co in 2022 alongside his partner, Eric Cervini. Prior to co-founding ShopQueer.co, Adam was a producer at Collectively, a creator and brand marketing agency. When not driving The Rainbow Book Bus across the United States, he can be found performing as his drag alter ego, Aubergine! You can learn more about Allstora and The Rainbow Book Bus at Allstora.com & RainbowBookBus.org
Financial Wellness for LGBTQIA+ Community
Roughly half (48.15) of LGBTQ+ adults say they are financially unwell, compared to one-quarter (25.7%) of the general public. How can we change this? We sit down with Christopher Williams, CoFounder & Director of Strategic Initiatives at COWRIE to talk about achieving financial wellness for the LGBTQIA+ community and other underrepresented identities.
Christopher Williams
Christopher has been a Community Advisory Board member of TransTech since 2021, bringing 10 years of experience in Advertising, FinTech, SaaS, and Aerospace, as well as Grassroots and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). A Just Economy Institute alumni fellow and an Aspen Ideas Festival alumni fellow, Christopher is a champion of intentionally oppressed people queering every space they enter in every way possible. As a pastime, Christopher is a reoccurring guest on the British-based X-Men podcast, X of Words, where X-Men comic books are discussed from a Black-queer lens. Additionally, Christopher has been a hobbyist genealogist for over 15 years engaging in a form of “hauntology” (or the aim to understand how the social/cultural past “haunts” the present and future) by dissecting how Black family trees are innately queer and un-normed. The work Christopher does is self-dedicated to three groups of people affectionately known as “dead-folks, nerds, and sissies.”
Bringing Your Whole Self to the Table as an LGBTQIA+ Talent
80% of LGBTQIA+ talent are comfortable being out at work. That’s up 36% since 2016. This is great progress but we are still not where we need to be. We are excited to sit down with RC Whitehouse, SVP of Talent EMEA & NA at MiQ to discuss ways that LGBTQIA+ talent can truly bring their whole selves to work…and how their companies can help them do it. During this fireside chat, you’ll discover strategies for creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
Robert Whitehouse
Robert Whitehouse received his masters in Social-Organizational Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University. Remaining rooted in vibrant NYC, Robert's professional journey initially began in Learning and Development, gradually expanding to encompass a broader HR portfolio. Over the past seven years he has been employed by a tech firm, helping it to transform from a scrappy start up to a major player in the adtech space. Starting as Head of L&D, Robert is currently the Senior Vice President of Talent Business Partnership for EMEA and NA. A champion of people-centric leadership, Robert strives to strike a balance between individual well-being and organizational objectives, recognizing that an imbalance can create challenges - no matter the setting. Drawing from his understanding of group dynamics theories, he helps individuals to understand the nuances of authority, unravel interpersonal conflicts, and foster a high performing team.
Beyond Diversity: Strategies for Genuine LGBTQIA+ Representation in Leadership
According to research from McKinsey & Company, LGBTQ+ women make up only 1.6% of managers and less than 1% of vice presidents, senior vice presidents and C-suite roles. How can we change this? Get ready to delve into actionable strategies for ensuring authentic representation of LGBTQIA+ individuals in leadership roles. Lukas Mudra, a seasoned DEI and People executive at UnitedHealth Group, will share his expertise on aligning DEI initiatives with enterprise strategies to foster an inclusive workplace. We’ll discuss the importance of meaningful relationships with key stakeholders and how they can drive impactful change in organizational culture.
Lukas Mudra (He/Him)
Lukas is a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and People (HR) executive at UnitedHealth Group. As vice president of strategic planning and insights, Lukas is responsible for leading DEI initiatives and change management, aligning to enterprise strategies and helping inform current and future priorities. He partners closely with key stakeholders across the enterprise to achieve the company’s goals.
Lukas joined UnitedHealth Group in 2011 and has served in various leadership roles in the People Team and Global DEI Office. Through fostering meaningful relationships with leaders and colleagues he has contributed materially to the evolution of the culture and employee experience at UHG. Lukas holds a master's degree in counseling psychology (marriage and family therapy) and bachelor's degrees in psychology, Spanish language, and women and gender studies.
Outside of work, Lukas spends his time with his husband, son, family and friends.