Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Publications - Faculty & Research

11 Apr 2023
Op-Ed

The First 90 Hours: What New CEOs Should—and Shouldn't—Do to Set the Right Tone

replace the other. Remember that the person you appoint to staff your office will signal, rightly or wrongly, your views on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Hold a town hall... View Details

Keywords: by John Quelch

26 Sep 2023
Research & Ideas

Unpacking That Icky Feeling of 'Shopping' for Diverse Job Candidates

When companies try to hire employees from specific ethnic or racial backgrounds to meet their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals, an... View Details

Keywords: by Kristen Senz

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People - Advancing Racial Equity

Advancing Racial Equity & Diversity Advancing Racial Equity & Diversity People Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Terrill L. Drake Chief... View Details

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What You Can Do to Create an Anti-Racist Organization - Recruiting

equity, and inclusion should be included in those key goals and as such should be attached to metrics that define success. “It’s not enough to... View Details

Blog

What Can You Do to Foster Gender Equity?

are especially effective at encouraging change. Avoid being complacent. Even the organizations most dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion... View Details

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Insights & Advice Blog

perfect platform for organizations to engage students in discussion around company values, job opportunities, and potential career paths. Here are four ways to effectively engage with students during your events this year. [...] Creating... View Details

19 Dec 2023
Research & Ideas

15 Podcast Episodes That Grabbed Listeners in 2023

businesses are turning to AI for its efficiencies and revolutionary potential, but its proliferation has sparked widespread skepticism and questions about equity, privacy,... View Details

Keywords: by Danielle Kost

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About - Race, Gender & Equity

disseminating practice-relevant insights for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in organizations. She oversees the Initiative’s staff,... View Details

25 Mar 2022
Blog Post

Meet the HBS Women's Student Association

Assault Prevention and Education) Team The newly formed SHAPE team works with SAS and the SA to prevent sexual harassment and sexual assault on our campus. One of SHAPE's key... View Details

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Terrill L. Drake | About

Additionally, Terrill builds on the work of the School’s Racial Equity Plan to focus on issues of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging... View Details

01 Sep 2023
News

Money Does Grow on (Family) Trees

Andre Kearns, whose work at the National Genealogical Society includes serving as chair of the diversity, equity, and inclusion committee, all... View Details

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Program

Advancing Women of Color in Leadership

insight, skills, and relationships that will help women of color realize their leadership potential and contribute more fully to a company's success. This program is presented jointly with the HBS Leadership... View Details

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How to Create a Psychologically Safe Workplace - Recruiting

collaboration, along with employee retention and growth, are the true goals. To achieve these ends, leaders must create work environments where employees truly feel comfortable being themselves, and know... View Details

17 Jan 2023
In Practice

8 Trends to Watch in 2023

As 2023 begins, businesses and employees face an uncertain economy and labor market, as the twin dilemmas of inflation and interest rates weigh on forecasts. Harvard Business School faculty share the top trends that they believe will shape the workplace and markets... View Details

Keywords: by Avery Forman

04 Mar 2024
Research & Ideas

Want to Make Diversity Stick? Break the Cycle of Sameness

and people of color to senior roles tend to hire people with similar demographics to replace them when they leave, allowing for diversity to “stick.” The findings also raise an important question at a time when many corporate View Details

Keywords: by Michael Blanding

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Named Fellowship Funds - Alumni

Sports Management and Alternative Investments was established by Joshua J. Harris (MBA 1990) and Marjorie Harris with a mission to promote the diversity, View Details

03 Jan 2023
Book

Confront Workplace Inequity in 2023: Dig Deep, Build Bridges, Take Collective Action

culture. “This is about leadership development and crafting innovative cultures,” says Opie. “So many companies are locked. They have these arthritic approaches to diversity, View Details

Keywords: by Pamela Reynolds

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2+2 Where Are They Now Spotlight: Smitha Das (MBA 2018) - MBA

Blog Blog MBA Voices Filter Results Arrow Down Arrow Up Read posts from Author Alumni Author Career and Professional Development Staff Author HBS Community Author HBS Faculty Author MBA Admissions Author MBA Students Topics Topics 1st Year (RC) 2+2 Program 2nd Year... View Details

08 Feb 2023
News

Alumni-Cofounded Company Sells to CVS for $10.6 Billion

19 states that provide the best care anywhere to over 132,000 older adults. His commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion makes Oak Street Health a great place to work for... View Details

Profile

Christina Byrd

mine last October. It was part of National Coming Out Day, and I got to give my section mates a glimpse of what makes me, me.” This summer, Christina will take on an HR position with Nike in Oregon. “It seems like an absolutely fabulous... View Details

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