Boom to Backlash

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PRAISE FOR BOOM TO BACKLASH “A compelling narrative that uncovers the undercurrents of social movements and public opinion, Boom to Backlash offers a unique lens through which to understand the inevitable tensions that accompany moments of rapid societal change.” —STEPHANIE CREARY, Assistant Professor of Management at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania “For anyone who wants to understand how DEI adds value to the corporate bottom line and is essential to creating ‘safe space’ for all employees in a post-George Floyd world.” —RAY ARATA, Founder of Better Man Conference and author of Showing Up:How Men Can Become Effective Allies in the Workplace “Boom to Backlash is not just a roadmap for navigating the cycles of progress and resistance we’ve seen over the past five years—it’s a deeply personal and insightful call to action.” —JENNIFER BROWN, Keynote speaker and bestselling author of How to Be an Inclusive Leader, host of The Will to Change podcast “Business leaders for decades have spoken on the power of wisdom of the crowds as a way to develop better business results, and DEI is a critical ingredient to ensuring wisdom of the crowds gives you the best outcomes. The net result is improved financial performance, improved happiness for employees, and a better society.” —DAMIAN RIVERA, CEO, The Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) “DK Bartley’s Boom to Backlash brings home the forces before and undeniably the forces after the murder of George Floyd. He does an excellent job of setting the stage and providing ways for all of us to continue advancing inclusion in our collective future together.” —MICHAEL HYTER, President and CEO, The Executive Leadership Council How the murder of George Floyd transformed the attitude towards and implementation of DEI across the world Boom to Backlash: George Floyd's Legacy on DEI as a Business Imperative examines the seismic shift in DEI initiatives following George Floyd's completely preventable death, exploring the initial surge of corporate commitments to DEI, the tangible progress and advancements made, and the subsequent backlash. Through data and case studies, as well as the unparalleled personal experiences of Black executive, global DEI expert, and author DK Bartley, this book illustrates how DEI has evolved from a fringe concept to a crucial element of business strategy, corporate success, and social progress. Some of the topics explored in this book include: The mischaracterization of DEI as “new” or “woke” by various platforms The real impact of DEI on a business's bottom line The future of DEI with respect to the current political climate and technology's role in implementation strategies Why George Floyd's murder was a catalyst for change By addressing these critical aspects of DEI within the context of recent historical events, Boom to Backlash engages with a growing audience of business and political leaders, social media influencers, HR professionals, and individuals who want to understand and implement effective DEI strategies in a post-2020 world.

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Pages: 272, Edition: 1 armband, Hardcover, Wiley