DEI News, & Insights

Diversity vs. Equity vs. Inclusion – What’s the Difference?

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: What’s the Real Difference? ???? What Are Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion? Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are often used interchangeably, but they each have distinct meanings. Understanding these concepts is key to...

A Different Type of Earth Day

April is typically a month of rejoicing, a month of bright days mixed with spring showers. Flowers begin to bloom, and it feels as though the world is taking a step away from the coldness of the winter season. This transformative month also contains a celebration...

DEI Myths: Busted!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has been under fire lately, with critics spreading misconceptions. Let’s debunk the most common myths and set the record straight. ???? ❌ Myth 1: DEI hires unqualified candidates of color. Fact: DEI isn’t about lowering...

Karen Gunn

Associate Karen Gunn, Ph.D., is a community psychologist with over 20 years experience as a manager, administrator, teacher and trainer. She has been a featured speaker at many conferences, and has conducted training programs for a wide range of participants. She is...

Tatyana Fertelmeyster

Associate Tatyana Fertelmeyster is an interculturalist with more than 15 years of experience as counselor, trainer and consultant specializing in multi-cultural issues. Tatyana received MA in Journalism from Moscow State University (Moscow, Russia) and MA in Guidance...

Ava Diamond

Associate For over 25 years, Ava Diamond has worked with organizations to leverage the talent and potential of their leaders and their people so they can do the best work of their lives. Ava works with everyone from executives to the front line to create aligned,...

Tracy Brown

Associate Tracy is an accomplished speaker, author and consultant known for her ability to engage people in sensitive conversations. Her interactive presentation style encourages participants to take personal responsibility for making change in their lives and their...

Angela Antenore

Associate Angela Antenore, an associate with EDS since 1996 and is a consultant working in the areas such as diversity and inclusion, leadership and employee development, conflict management, process improvement, and strategic planning. Since 1988 she has worked with...

Elmer Dixon

President Elmer Dixon was educated in Public Administration and has 30 years experience as a manager and trainer. Elmer’s vision, energy, and creativity have contributed to his success in leading diverse teams, facilitating and implementing strategic plans for...

Elmer Dixon: Challenges of Policing in a Diverse Community Facebook Live

Elmer Dixon, President of Executive Diversity Services, broadcasted the first session of a long-awaited series via Facebook Live Wednesday. The topic of his discussion was “Challenges of Policing in Diverse Communities.” Dixon acknowledged that the country “Has been...

The Arrest and Death of Sandra Bland

The arrest and death of Sandra Bland is the latest episode in a string of horrifically brutal and too-often tragic encounters between law enforcement officers and Black people captured on video for the world to see and judge. Many have expressed outrage over what they...