HR Latte

HR Latte

Real Conversations about Diversity in Life and in the Workplace. Plus how to care about employees you work so hard to hire & train. One conversation at at time. #Diversity #DEIB #DEI #Belonging #HR #Hiring #Recruiting #EmployerBranding #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeRetention

Episodes

GUEST: Benjamin McCall "Intent vs. the Façade of Diversity"

November 30, 2022 • 45 min
Benjamin McCall joins Rayanne for an in-depth conversation about Leadership Development and DEI, as well as Coaching and "meeting someone where they are." • How do we build bridges? • Diversity in the Workplace • Intent vs. Facade: "Everything is about moments." • The idea of "The Other" • Diversity efforts require work • Are we leaning away from the moment that launched the most recent wave of Diversity...
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GUEST: Herb "Flight Time" Lang, "Projects, Popes, and Presidents"

September 21, 2022 • 22 min
Former Harlem Globetrotter, Herb "Flight Time" Lang stopped by HR Latte to share some of his story. ...From a small town in Arkansas to the Basketball Court... "Flight Time" was with the Globetrotters for 18 years and learned so much and during his time, women were invited to be part of the team / franchise. • "Taking a Stand" • The Reality of Diversity and Racism • Herb Lang's motto, "Kindness i...
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Guest: Mark Talley "Agents For Advocacy"

August 13, 2022 • 19 min
** Important Conversation ** Mark Talley joins me to talk about his loving mom, Geraldine Talley - a victim of the the Topps Massacre. This episode is in memory of Geraldine Talley - She is missed by her family and friends, as well as all the other victims of this tragedy. "Everything in my life has changed." • Agents For Advocacy, a non-profit - created in Geraldine's memory. Mission: To prevent other simila...
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Guest: Lisa Rokusek, "Open Yourself to Differences. And Listen."

August 3, 2022 • 33 min
Recruiter Lisa Rokusek joins Rayanne for this compelling conversation starting with, "I consider my business a laboratory for decision making... this is how we hire people: we decide." • My own learning and introspection • Change the talking point from Equality to Equity. • Don't let your own story cover your eyes. • "I think we are waking up to understanding that our wellbeing is bound together." • Everyone ...
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GUEST: Stever Robbins, "Deeply Contemplate our Commonality"

June 28, 2022 • 36 min
Dynamic Stever Robbins joins host Rayanne to talk about Energy, Mentoring Youth, Diversity, Pride, and finding our Commonalities. Such a fascinating conversation with Stever - we talked about: • Continually Learning • Pride Month - How far we've come • How an Ally can show support: VOTE! • How to respond to homophobic remarks • Educate people as best you can • The secret to "roll along" with life • Self-help for our m...
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GUEST: Michael Skinner, "People are more than a label."

June 8, 2022 • 23 min
Michael Skinner shares his story with Rayanne about coming to a place where he realized that he is Pansexual, where attraction is not bound by gender or what society determines to be right or good. • Societal Norms make is easy to make incorrect assumptions • "Just because someone looks one way doesn't mean you know their story." • The changes that happen when one comes out. • Being Empowered by the Truth • The person...
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GUEST: Dr Elijah Nicholas "Each person's journey is unique."

June 2, 2022 • 31 min
Dr. Elijah Nicholas, DBA shares his journey to where he is today: his happiest place. Rayanne asks the hard questions about being Trans and deciding to transition at 48 years old. • The Relationship with my Mother • Loss of Friends • Hopes: Trans is accepted and Part of the Norm • Being Misgendered • Pronouns • The Choice to Transition • The Help Provided by the VA Healthcare System • How being Trans has Impacted Dr. Elijah'...
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GUEST - Devin Joseph "Realize your Potential and Power"

June 1, 2022 • 14 min
Devin Joseph, a young black professional who rose above being homeless, joins Rayanne to talk about his experiences. • CEOs need to work to make everyone feel welcome • What it was like to be the "Token Black Kid" • Having the courage to leave a company that didn't treat him well • Realizing Potential and Power • Watching out for each other • Surviving homelessness • Advice: "Learn the game" • Learn Billy ...
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GUEST - Steven Lamprinos on Autism, "Every Moment Counts"

June 1, 2022 • 39 min
"Communication, Knowledge, and Growth" Steven Lamprinos talks about raising a son with Autism, the patience required and the hoops you have to jump through to get the help you need. • "Good To Grow" program - most amazing program! • ABA - Applied Behavioral Analysis • Healthcare available - so difficult to navigate the system • "Special Needs kids are an afterthought." • "Little Hands, Little Feet...
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GUEST: Torin Ellis, Episode 128 01.22

March 4, 2022 • 40 min
Be Curious!
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GUEST: Imo Udom, "Be intentional. Be bold."

February 28, 2022 • 27 min
Imo Udom, SVP of Mozilla Co-Founder and former CEO of Wepow, now OutMatch - The Challenges of Entrepreneurialism, as a Black Leader. - What it was like to be a Black Founder/CEO of an HR Tech Company - Any Black HR Tech Analysts? - Imposter Syndrome What would you like CEOs to focus on? - Be intentional - Be committed "This will take time, this will take action." Imo shares some amazing advice on how to stay grounde...
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GUEST: William Wiggins, "Make Diversity Standard!"

February 23, 2022 • 28 min
HR Latte, Episode 129 22.02 [28 min] William Wiggins, Director of Human Resources, Facilities, and Administration at SEIU 775 Benefits Group What do you want CEOs to focus on 2022? - Make Diversity part of Standard Operations "Every month should be a celebration of our differences." - Diversity needs to be driven from the top down - How do you maintain professionalism? - Just because you haven't heard of or k...
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