May 7, 2021
Kathryn talks with Brandi Russell, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Balch & Bingham about her new position and how her career has twisted to bring her here. They also talk about the goals and benchmarks for the firm and two D&I initiatives the firm is passionate about -- the Balch Business Boost and Susan B Livingston Boot Camp. They discuss how to sell the ROI on diversity for those that may take a more lukewarm approach and how to bridge the gap between diversity efforts in law schools and law firms.
Episode Resources
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandi-a-russell-25b11457
Episode Highlights - How she used her degree to get her where she is today - 2:22
- Setting goals and benchmarks for the firm - 3:25
- Focusing on recruiting - 4:31
- The beauty of this program - 5:56
- Focusing on internal growth first- 8:01
- Supporting diversity efforts - 11:51
- Recognizing keys to success - 12:52
- Her perspective about the inclusive culture - 15:49
- You need problem-solving skills - 18:04
- Why did she go to law school? - 18:44
- Some of her failures and successes in her career - 20:10
- Hosting a program virtually - 24:40
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