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• Individual Accountability for Equity and Inclusion

  

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  Individual Accountability for Equity and Inclusion

  By: Nika White

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• Accountability for Leaders: Navigating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  

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  Accountability for Leaders: Navigating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  By: Nika White

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• Beyond the Strong Black Woman: Mental Health Realities We Need to Discuss

  

  Beyond the Strong Black Woman: Mental Health Realities We Need to Discuss

  By Dr. Nika White, CDE®, IOM

  May 28, 2024

• Laura Coates Didn't do Enough to Challenge DEI Misconceptions

  

  Laura Coates Didn't do Enough to Challenge DEI Misconceptions

  By Dr. Nika White, CDE®, IOM

  May 3, 2024

• The Multifaceted Path Forward for DEI

  

  The Multifaceted Path Forward for DEI

  By Dr. Nika White, CDE®, IOM

  Apr 19, 2024

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• I’ve used these 5 questions to review 75+ books here (I developed this during my PhD)- Why is this important?- Who is this book for?- What…

  

  I’ve used these 5 questions to review 75+ books here (I developed this during my PhD)- Why is this important?- Who is this book for?- What…

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• 🎉🩷🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME 🎊💕🎊It’s been a weird, wild, wacky and wonderful year around the sun. Of course my fairly secret relocation from…

  

  🎉🩷🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME 🎊💕🎊It’s been a weird, wild, wacky and wonderful year around the sun. Of course my fairly secret relocation from…

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• How my firm revolutionized recruitment for a biotech company.It has never been a more important time to amplify success stories of how DEI work is…

  

  How my firm revolutionized recruitment for a biotech company.It has never been a more important time to amplify success stories of how DEI work is…

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• Licensed Qualified Administrator

  INTERCULTURAL DEVELOPMENT INVENTORY, LLC (IDI, LLC)

  Issued Mar 2023

• Carolina Virginia Certified Minority Supplier

  Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC)

  Issued Jan 2019

• Certified Women Owned Small Business

  WBENC

  Issued Jan 2019

• Certified Diversity Executive (CDE)

  The Society For Diversity

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• National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI) Certified Trainer

  NATIONAL COALITION BUILDING INSTITUTE

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  Board of Govenors, Executive Committee

  Commerce Club

  Jan 2013 - May 2021 8 years 5 months

  Economic Empowerment

  The Greenville Commerce Club is dedicated to providing the highest level of excellence in elegant dining and gracious service in a traditional private club atmosphere. The Commerce Club is a place of fellowship where members can entertain and relax with family, friends and business associates.

• Commissioner & Consultant Partner

  Greenville Racial Equity and Economic Mobility Commission (REEM)

  Oct 2020 - 2021 1 year

  Civil Rights and Social Action

  A joint effort by the Greenville Chamber of Commerce, United Way of Greenville County, and Urban League of the Upstate, the REEM Commission grew from ongoing community conversations to identify and address systemic racial barriers in Greenville County by understanding the data revealing stark disparities. The group plans to collaboratively develop systems-level strategies, partnering with community institutions to implement significant change in the areas of racial inequities, social justice…

  A joint effort by the Greenville Chamber of Commerce, United Way of Greenville County, and Urban League of the Upstate, the REEM Commission grew from ongoing community conversations to identify and address systemic racial barriers in Greenville County by understanding the data revealing stark disparities. The group plans to collaboratively develop systems-level strategies, partnering with community institutions to implement significant change in the areas of racial inequities, social justice, and other key gaps identified as focus areas of the Black community.

• Member Board Of Trustees

  Columbia College (SC)

  Jan 2018 - May 2021 3 years 5 months

  Columbia College offers a personalized liberal arts education for both men and women.

• Member Board Of Directors

  VisitGreenvilleSC

  Jan 2019 - May 2021 2 years 5 months

  Economic Empowerment

  VisitGreenvilleSC is an economic development organization and the official sales and marketing team of the City and County of Greenville, SC.

• Next Level Inclusionist

  Sep 2018

  For leaders experienced in fostering diversity, equity and inclusion, and others who consider this work part of their leadership journey, now is the time for new skills and ideas. Next-Level Inclusionist: Transform Your Work and Yourself for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Success explores crucial concepts and offers copious practical steps for increasing your impact. The content offers a fresh take on how inclusive leadership is a pathway to improving ourselves and our organizations. Whether…

  For leaders experienced in fostering diversity, equity and inclusion, and others who consider this work part of their leadership journey, now is the time for new skills and ideas. Next-Level Inclusionist: Transform Your Work and Yourself for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Success explores crucial concepts and offers copious practical steps for increasing your impact. The content offers a fresh take on how inclusive leadership is a pathway to improving ourselves and our organizations. Whether you lead a company, a team, or want to better manage yourself, this book will give you:

  - Clear explanations of often-overlooked foundational concepts
  - Methods for advancing from activity to impact
  - Practices for developing your mind and influencing others
  - Suggestions, checklists and examples for acting

  While the work of diversity, equity and inclusion can feel daunting and even lonely, this book offers numerous examples of challenges overcome and successes others have achieved. You’ll be reminded of the importance of what you do, and the collective impact of everyone working intentionally for a world where there’s a seat at the table for all to bring their best selves.

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• Diversity Leadership White Paper - How to Energize Diversity and Inclusion Work With Mindfulness

  Nika White Consulting, LLC December 1, 2017

  In industries across the country, some diversity and inclusion (D&I) efforts are
  missing their mark. One of the key challenges goes much deeper than the
  programs, resources, or structures that diversity and inclusion practitioners
  face. The truth is that even those most dedicated to D&I can be hampered by
  habitual ways of thinking that limit the maximum effectiveness of their D&I
  efforts. So, the problem with your D&I efforts might be you.

  But, there’s a powerful tool…

  In industries across the country, some diversity and inclusion (D&I) efforts are
  missing their mark. One of the key challenges goes much deeper than the
  programs, resources, or structures that diversity and inclusion practitioners
  face. The truth is that even those most dedicated to D&I can be hampered by
  habitual ways of thinking that limit the maximum effectiveness of their D&I
  efforts. So, the problem with your D&I efforts might be you.

  But, there’s a powerful tool available to address this problem: mindfulness.
  Being inclusion-minded is a leadership function. It can directly impact our
  attitudes, leadership approach, and the way we interact with others. While an
  inclusive mindset is a key leadership competency in today’s marketplace, there
  are multiple roles within organizations where people are tasked with leading
  diversity and inclusion efforts or have taken on the responsibility themselves.

  Assuming a true leadership role in D&I requires going beyond the basics to
  become an Intentional Inclusionist™, beginning with a mindful approach. If you
  don’t intentionally include, you will unintentionally exclude.

  This white paper includes an evaluation of current challenges to D&I and
  practical information on how mindfulness helps to overcome them. More
  importantly, this tool offers you the chance to develop new ways to think about
  the work of inclusion to energize your process and maximize your results.
  

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• The Intentional Inclusionist

  Feb 2017

  The Intentional Inclusionist®, Amazon Best Seller, shares principles for becoming an inclusion-minded leader. The book inspired by philosophies of leadership, and inclusion contains principles and philosophies to help individuals become more intentional in how diversity and inclusion is understood and practiced at the individual level. No matter what your role—an executive, a manager, a business owner, or someone interested in seeing our world become better —you have the power to drive change…

  The Intentional Inclusionist®, Amazon Best Seller, shares principles for becoming an inclusion-minded leader. The book inspired by philosophies of leadership, and inclusion contains principles and philosophies to help individuals become more intentional in how diversity and inclusion is understood and practiced at the individual level. No matter what your role—an executive, a manager, a business owner, or someone interested in seeing our world become better —you have the power to drive change and create impact within your sphere of influence.

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• United Way of Greenville County, Board of Trustees

  Jan 2013 - Present

  United Way of Greenville County is made up of hundreds of community volunteers who work with staff to raise money, invest dollars, shape organizational policy and more. These volunteers are professionals and community representatives from diverse backgrounds who bring a variety of talents to the organization. The United Way Board of Trustees, provides overall governance of United Way of Greenville County by monitoring policies and programs and establish the organization's strategic purpose and…

  United Way of Greenville County is made up of hundreds of community volunteers who work with staff to raise money, invest dollars, shape organizational policy and more. These volunteers are professionals and community representatives from diverse backgrounds who bring a variety of talents to the organization. The United Way Board of Trustees, provides overall governance of United Way of Greenville County by monitoring policies and programs and establish the organization's strategic purpose and direction.

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• Steering Committee - Upstate International Month, March 2013

  Jul 2011 - Present

  Upstate International is a month-long celebration of cultures throughout the ten counties of Upstate, SC, planned for March of each year.

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• United Way of Greenville County African America Leadership Greenville

  Jan 2010 - Present

  AALG is comprised of people who contribute $1,000 or more annually to United Way. The goal of AALG is to strengthen our community by identifying and promoting African Americans who are dedicated to furthering philanthropy. This group continues to recognize the contributions of African Americans who make a significant, positive difference in the community. This group continues to recognize the contributions of African Americans who make a significant, positive differences in the community…

  AALG is comprised of people who contribute $1,000 or more annually to United Way. The goal of AALG is to strengthen our community by identifying and promoting African Americans who are dedicated to furthering philanthropy. This group continues to recognize the contributions of African Americans who make a significant, positive difference in the community. This group continues to recognize the contributions of African Americans who make a significant, positive differences in the community. Within the AALG Council leadership roles I have assumed include Marketing Co-Chair (2011 & 2012), Vice Chair (2013), Chair (2014) and Advisor (Present).

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• 50 Most Influential & Hall of Fame Inductee

  Greenville Business Magazine

  Jan 2022

  White received this recognition in 2012, 2013, 2017, 2020, 2021. Selections are based on people who have made the most impact on Greenville during the past year in business, government, education and nonprofit categories. GBM considers the contributions of the honorees to be important in shaping Greenville's business and community landscapes.

• 2020 Women of Influence

  GSA Business Report

  Jun 2020

  GSA Business Report is the media company that serves high-level business executives in the Upstate of South Carolina. More than 80% of readers are either business owners, C-level execs, presidents or vice presidents. Those readers chose 25 executive women to be honored in this inaugural virtual event.

• MBE Advocate of the Year

  Carolinas Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council

  Aug 2016

  White was recognized as MBE Advocate of the Year at the Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council’s (CVMSDC) Annual Business Opportunity Conference Awards Dinner in Charlotte, NC on Monday August 8, 2016. The Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. provides support for minority owned businesses, develops mutually beneficial networking opportunities with corporate members, and promotes minority business development.

  As part of CVMSDC’s ongoing effort…

  White was recognized as MBE Advocate of the Year at the Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council’s (CVMSDC) Annual Business Opportunity Conference Awards Dinner in Charlotte, NC on Monday August 8, 2016. The Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. provides support for minority owned businesses, develops mutually beneficial networking opportunities with corporate members, and promotes minority business development.

  As part of CVMSDC’s ongoing effort to realize its mission and celebrate the successes, the Carolinas-Virginia MSDC Annual Award dinner serves as an opportunity to give special recognition to corporate/organizational members. The awards are based on nominations from certified MBEs and/or CVMSDC corporate members, and judging is based on mentorship, active pursuit of opportunity creation, community awareness/involvement, and the volume of business currently conducted with Carolinas-Virginia MSDC MBEs.

• Top 100 Under 50 Executive Leaders

  Diversity MBA Magazine

  Aug 2016

  The national Diversity MBA Magazine named White a Top 100 Under 50 Executive. This group of leaders was selected by the magazine from a broad spectrum of business entities.

• The Network Journal Top 40 Under 40

  The Network Journal

  Jun 2015

  This national award honors men and women whose professional achievements have significantly impacted an industry or profession, and who have also made an important contribution to their community.

• Upstate Business Journal Who's Who Award Recipient

  Upstate Business Journal

  Mar 2015

  The UBJ Who’s Who recognizes 7 people in our business community who are committed to advancing their fields. Whether new to the scene or veterans in the trenches, they’re the professionals to look out for and look up to. Their names are on the tips of colleague’s tongues for making strides and pushing their organizations, their professions, and our community to the next level. They’re asking the hard questions and finding solid solutions.

• SC Black Pages Top 40 Under 40

  SC Black Pages

  Jun 2014

  Someone who stands out among the rest. Honorees have achieved personal and professional success, have a record of community service and have given back to others through their time, talents and donations.

• Career Woman of the Year Award Recipient for South Carolina

  Business Professional Women

  Mar 2013

  The BPW Career Woman of the Year was established to bring recognition and appreciation of the diverse contributions of women in the work force and in the community. It was established at the Club level to recognize the contribution of a woman's commitment to advocacy of women in the work place and personal and professional progress. Nika received this honor not only for the Greenville, SC Chapter but went on to compete at the state level to win Career Woman of Year recognition as well.

• Forbes Top 10 DEI Trailblazer

  Forbes

  A 2019 Forbes article featured 10 professionals who are doing great work that is focused around diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

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• United Way of Greenville County

  Board of Trustee, Palmetto Society Board, Campaign Cabinet

  2019 - Present

  The mission of United Way of Greenville County is to bring people and resources together to build a Cycle of Success, where all children in Greenville County start school prepared to learn and go on to graduate; well educated graduates find good jobs and create stable homes; and children from stable homes continue the cycle because they start school on track and prepared for success.

• Greenville Commerce Club

  Board of Governors

  2014 - Present

  The Board of Governors advises and counsels with club management on any and all items relevant to tailoring the club to meet member needs and interests and relating to the conduct of club affairs.

• National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI)

  Certified Diversity Trainer by the NCBI Institue

  2014 - Present

  The National Coalition Building Institute is an international non-profit leadership development network dedicated to the elimination of racism and other forms of oppression.Rooted in an understanding of individual, community, and systemic change, NCBI leaders work with public and private organizations to further:Cultural competence,Collaboration and partnerships,Effective relationships within and across group identities.

• Carolinas Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council Foothills Regional Advisory Council

  Council Member

  2013 - Present

  The Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. provides support for minority owned businesses, develops mutually beneficial networking opportunities with corporate members, and promotes minority business development.

• MedEx Academy Advisory Board, Greenville Health System

  Advisory Board

  2013 - Present

  MedEx Academy is focused on a “pipeline” approach to engaging learners who are interested in health care. Deeply committed to fostering a culture of fairness, equity, and inclusion among its diverse students, the MedEx Academy is committed to a core belief that different perspectives create the intellectual and experiential foundation through which the richest learning occurs, and through which culturally competent health care professionals are trained.

• South Carolina Chamber Diversity Council

  Committee Member

  2013 - Present

  The mission of the South Carolina Diversity Council is to encourage, support and educate employers as they seek to value and strengthen diversity in the workplace. The Diversity Council achieves its goals by: Educating members through structured, quarterly (or more frequent) meetings on topics related to diversity; Encouraging open and honest discussion among business leaders; Providing communication channels between key community and business organizations; Supporting…

  The mission of the South Carolina Diversity Council is to encourage, support and educate employers as they seek to value and strengthen diversity in the workplace. The Diversity Council achieves its goals by: Educating members through structured, quarterly (or more frequent) meetings on topics related to diversity; Encouraging open and honest discussion among business leaders; Providing communication channels between key community and business organizations; Supporting membership as they seek to strengthen themselves through professional; development in the area of diversity awareness and training Providing high quality, dynamic and responsive programs and services to businesses;

• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Tau Omega Chapter

  Publicity, Cotillion, Foundation

  1995 - Present

  Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) was founded on a mission comprised of five basic tenets that have remained unchanged since the sorority’s inception more than a century ago. Alpha Kappa Alpha’s mission is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and…

  Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) was founded on a mission comprised of five basic tenets that have remained unchanged since the sorority’s inception more than a century ago. Alpha Kappa Alpha’s mission is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of “Service to All Mankind".

• Topaz Hooper “Dr. Nika White is an incredibly intelligent, innovative, and compassionate thinker in the DEI space. I've had the pleasure of working with her and helping bring her thoughts, vision, and ideas onto several digital platforms. As a former diversity officer myself, I can see how Nika's ideas are unique, actionable, and transformative in the lives of others. She not only shares out-of-the-box strategies to supporting DEI in the workplace, but she also shares how exactly you can implement those strategies, and be incredibly successful. She leads by example, walks the walk with compassion, and has taught me more about myself and my DEI journey than she probably knows. I highly recommend her to any and all organizations that wish to upgrade their DEI efforts and create true lasting change. ”
• Angie White “Wonderful person , attention to detail and very informative .”

• Keynoting the Living Color/SC Top Workplaces event hosted by Integrated Media Publishing, Inc. was one of many speaking highlights for me so far this…

  

  Keynoting the Living Color/SC Top Workplaces event hosted by Integrated Media Publishing, Inc. was one of many speaking highlights for me so far this…

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• This author’s current best seller is not a book but a $900million whiskey brand. Uncle Nearest, Inc. is America’s fastest growing spirits brand and…

  

  This author’s current best seller is not a book but a $900million whiskey brand. Uncle Nearest, Inc. is America’s fastest growing spirits brand and…

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• 🚨cool job alert!!!🚨 Love building #community? Familiar with the #media landscape? We’re hiring! Forbes is looking for a visionary—someone to…

  

  🚨cool job alert!!!🚨 Love building #community? Familiar with the #media landscape? We’re hiring! Forbes is looking for a visionary—someone to…

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• Reframing privilege.——[Alt text embedded in the image.]

  

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• I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate 1 year as an Founderpreneur than being on this panel 🎤🙏🏾 ⚡️🎬 I’m currently at the BOMESI (Black…

  

  I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate 1 year as an Founderpreneur than being on this panel 🎤🙏🏾 ⚡️🎬 I’m currently at the BOMESI (Black…

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• If you "don't see color", you don't see injustice. Here's why:Starting in the 60s, many white families clung to the idea of colorblindness as an…

  

  If you "don't see color", you don't see injustice. Here's why:Starting in the 60s, many white families clung to the idea of colorblindness as an…

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