Talking Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Kristen Anderson

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Kristen Anderson, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer for Barilla. Episode Highlights [02:48] - What inspired Kristen to take on international assignments and how the experience benefited her [06:38] - The biggest challenge Kristen faced when building a D&I function [07:34] - Practical advice and initial steps for you when starting your own function [09:56] - Tackling unconscious bias and educating others on the value of Diversity and Inclusion [19:35] - Kristen's though on social injustice and what they are doing at Barilla to raise awareness [26:07] - How are you ensuring that D&I extends beyond the HR function? [28:09] - Examples of conversations on diversity that have influenced products and practices [35:03] - Looking back, what would you have done differently? [39:19] - Kristen shares the great work they've done to close the gender pay gap [43:07] - Parting Advice for you If you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this. www.hrdleaders.com/podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether you're an HR professional or simply passionate about modern workplace strategies, this podcast delivers expert advice, real-world experiences, and the latest trends in HR, making it your go-to resource for all things human resources.