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Product Description Millennials and Generation Z, the largest generations in the workforce, want to work for and do business with organizations that promote equity and inclusion. But how does any organization―or individual―move from good intentions to meaningful action? In Inclusive 360: Proven Solutions for an Equitable Organization, Bernadette Smith delivers a systematic roadmap towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. This progressive path is full of inspiring ideas from the world's most innovative companies―easily adapted for one's own organization. Inclusive 360 is not simply about hiring and promotions, and it's not simply about product design, and it's not simply about inclusive marketing―though it addresses all of those things. The result is a comprehensive approach to DEI, relevant to virtually every department within an organization. Everyone has a role to play in creating more equitable workplaces, and Inclusive 360 makes it simpler than ever. Review "This book is the definitive guide for any organization just beginning their diversity, equity, and inclusion journey. Full of practical advice and inspirational ideas, Inclusive 360 helps you move from theory to action." ―Drew Stern, COO, Network Ventures "This DEI guide from one of the industry's best is an invaluable, empowering, and educational resource. I'm endorsing the author's aptitude in this space as well as her practical Inclusive 360 which moves you from theory to action." ―Cherie Price Coleman, President, Illinois Diversity Council "Bernadette Smith's approach to inclusion offers strategies for every department. Read this book, put it into practice, and then share it with everyone you know." ―Jennifer Brown, CEO, Jennifer Brown Consulting, and Bestselling Author of How to Be an Inclusive Leader "Understanding diverse team members and clients and how best to serve them is the key to driving your business success. This is a fast-paced, wise, witty, practical, and helpful book by Bernadette Smith." ―Derrick M. Johnson II, Chief Diversity Officer & Director of Event Strategy, Talley Management Group "Diversity is meaningless without true inclusion. What matters is changing the systems and being a consistent ally. This book shows you a clear path on how to be a supportive ally and change agent." ―Jasmine E. Guy, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Corporate Social Responsibility, Major, Lindsey & Africa "Inclusive 360 is a fully customizable blueprint to set you on your path towards a truly inclusive organization. From the front line to the executive team, everyone should read this book." ―Scott Y. Stuart, CEO, Turnaround Management Association "As a C-level, gay woman working in tech for 20+ years, diversity is meaningless without true inclusion. Change can be difficult, but it's worth it. It's not only important to the success of your business, but the success of your team, your fellow humans. Representation matters and leadership, leads. It starts at the top and means changing the systems, supporting personal journeys, and being a consistent ally. This book shows you a clear path on how to do just that." ―Colleen D. Egan, CEO, Illinois Science and Technology Coalition About the Author Bernadette Smith is Founder and CEO of the Equality Institute and an IBPA Benjamin Franklin booksellers Gold medal award-winning author of three books on LGBTQ inclusion. She is frequently requested as a keynote speaker to help promote an inclusive work environment and celebrate diversity. She has consulted with Fortune 500 companies and presented to a variety of audiences, including CEOs, leadership teams, human resource and diversity leaders, sales and marketing professionals and more.Because of her insight and impact as a change agent, she has been featured in the New York Times, USA Today, the Washington Post, and Fast Company. She's appeared on CNN, the Today Show, the BBC, and National Public Radio. Bernadette has