I am thrilled to share a conversation with HR expert Sandra Neuman as part of her Changing the Conversation series. The series aims to explore the power of effective communication in bridging gaps, fostering understanding, and finding common ground in our work and personal lives.
You will hear my thoughts on how to navigate roadblocks to effective communication in the workplace. We discuss a situation I encounter often in my practice, where teams need more preparation to broach sensitive topics
Racial Equity Consulatnt
Dr. Joanna Shoffner Scott is an experienced management consultant with expertise in helping organizations realize their racial equity aspirations. She has consulted with more than 50 organizations in the public and private sectors. Clients and former clients include organizations from workforce development, research, public policy, social services, place-based community sector collaboratives, government agencies, and philanthropies. She is the founder and Principal of Stamey Street Consulting Group. Before consulting, she served as the Vice President of Government Affairs and Equity Programs for Voices for America’s Children. Joanna’s background in public policy includes budget and tax, health, and nutrition, with an emphasis on the intersection of race and equity in public systems. Joanna holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.