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EquitAble explores the many places where inequities exist. Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams and expert guests explore how clearly defining equity and understanding how to pursue it in various contexts can help diminish, if not eliminate, those inequities.

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Naseera Mays is a passionate People Partner, Consultant, and Coach with deep expertise across the full spectrum of the People Experience and HR. She specializes in talent strategy, leadership development, succession planning, and holistic wellness—centering people in every decision. Known for creating inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures, Naseera helps organizations grow by aligning business goals with human needs. Her people-first approach ensures that legal compliance, talent acquisition, and employee well-being work together to foster environments where individuals and organizations thrive.

PEOPLE FIRST

featuring Naseera Mays

with guest host Kym Alexander

“It’s not profits first. It’s people first – to create profits.”

Human Resources expert Naseera Mays and Standpoint Consulting’s Kym Alexander (Chief Strategy and Operations Officer) engage in a compelling conversation about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, affirming that profit gains are a result of prioritizing people. Naseera shares her journey from corporate HR to consulting, revealing the challenges and triumphs of advocating for DEI initiatives that foster creativity and innovation. Emphasizing the need for actionable equity and inclusion, this crucial and timely discussion highlights programs and practices designed to create an equitable workplace where everyone belongs and profits naturally increase.