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(Black Philanthropy Month) Leveraging Philanthropy to Diversify Corporate Governance: Roosevelt Giles and the Stakeholder Impact Foundation
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Have you ever wondered how the trajectory of a company is shaped and influenced? Join us as we sit down with the dynamic Roosevelt Giles, Chairman of the Stakeholder Impact Foundation, for an enlightening conversation on the power of boardrooms and the road to creating more opportunities for future generations. Our dialogue takes a deep dive into the concept of Black Philanthropy, the intersection of entrepreneurship and philanthropy, and Roosevelt's personal journey from humble beginnings to corporate America and entrepreneurship.
Board diversity and stakeholder governance form the backbone of our discussion. We exchange views on the importance of transforming boards' compositions to address the transactional relationship between companies and employees also takes center stage in our discourse. In a candid discussion on the challenges faced by people of color in securing board opportunities, we underline the pressing need for a change in the recruitment process of board members.
Our final segment paints a vivid picture of the importance of board governance and diversity. Roosevelt generously shares invaluable advice for anyone aspiring to secure a seat at the corporate board table. We also delve into the necessity for generation diversity on corporate boards, the need for a tech-focused CEO and board, and the art of selecting an organization to be a part of the board. So, please tune in and let this episode serve as your guiding beacon as we navigate the intricate world of board governance, diversity, and corporate sustainability together.
Chapters
1. (Black Philanthropy Month) Leveraging Philanthropy to Diversify Corporate Governance: Roosevelt Giles and the Stakeholder Impact Foundation (00:00:00)
2. Black Philanthropy and Entrepreneurship (00:00:15)
3. Board Diversity and Stakeholder Governance (00:15:29)
4. Importance of Board Governance and Diversity (00:27:38)
5. Generational Diversity and Selecting Board Organizations (00:35:30)
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