Bernadette SmithBlack History / Heritage MonthBlack History / Heritage Month began this week with many companies making new commitments to Black equity. Many retailers, in particular…Feb 8, 2021Feb 8, 2021
Bernadette SmithIt’s not my fault (but it’s my responsibility)I didn’t invent slavery. I wasn’t there on the plantation. I’m not even from the South.Jul 7, 2020Jul 7, 2020
Bernadette SmithPivoting PrideLike many LGBTQ people, I love Pride. I love the energy, the spirit, the creativity, and the diversity of our community coming together. I…Apr 28, 2020Apr 28, 2020
Bernadette SmithBest Practices for LGBTQ Inclusive MeetingsLast year, I spoke at the Meeting Planners International wonderful event, World Education Congress. You can read an article about the event…Nov 15, 2019Nov 15, 2019
Bernadette Smith5 Things Every Organization Can Learn from What Happened at StarbucksBy now, you’ve likely heard the story about two black men who were arrested for trespassing at a Starbucks in Philadelphia while merely…Nov 3, 2019Nov 3, 2019
Bernadette SmithWhy we should stop saying “Unconscious Bias Training”In a recent a-ha moment, I realized I’d been teaching unconscious bias training long before I even know the term “unconscious bias.”Oct 30, 2019Oct 30, 2019
