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This podcast is where you will learn how to start your own journey towards active allyship, tap into the power of inclusion in life and business and you know be a good human. My mission is to empower you with the knowledge you need to make the mistakes that are necessary to create authentic and safe spaces where people can truly belong.

The Inclusive Business Lab Lekeshia Angelique

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    • 5.0 • 4 Ratings

This podcast is where you will learn how to start your own journey towards active allyship, tap into the power of inclusion in life and business and you know be a good human. My mission is to empower you with the knowledge you need to make the mistakes that are necessary to create authentic and safe spaces where people can truly belong.

    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace with Emily Williams

    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace with Emily Williams

    From people asking to touch your hair to "you speak so well", women of color have been victims to the challenges of micro and macro aggressions in corporate for a very long time. But what happens when you want to speak up for yourself yet you don't know how? You hire Emily Williams!
    Emily Williams has led transformative change processes with organizations and community stakeholders in more than 20 countries to further Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. She has experience leading organizations through change and to greater impact as Founder, Executive, and Consultant. Emily is an expert Trainer, Speaker, and Consultant with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Beloit College and Master of Arts in Women’s and Gender Studies from DePaul University. She is an organizer at heart and relishes working on projects that create a foundation for inclusive and sustainable growth.
    Join me and Emily as we discuss:
    MicroaggressionsCareer goalsAmbitionsCommunityMicroaggressionsToxicity at workEmpowermentSystems of Oppression Voices of Women of ColorDEI ProgramsCourageous conversationsWeaponizing white woman tearsSystemic ChangeHonorable Mentions
    Women in the Workplace Study
    Toxic Femininity: When So-Called Allies Curb Your Career
    Emily Williams' LinkedIn Post about the word "Empower"
    Women are advancing in the workplace, but women of color still lag behind
    5 ways diversity and inclusion help teams perform better
    Where can you find Emily Williams 
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyforwardever/ https://www.instagram.com/heyemilyraquel/ https://forwardeverglobal.com/services
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    This podcast is hosted Lekeshia Angelique. Lekeshia's mission Is to empower not just black women but every human to have a powerful voice and an equitable seat at any table they desire to sit! Lekeshia is an Army Veteran, Mom, Coach, Taco Aficionado, and creator of safe spaces to educate folx. The key to change is knowledge and empathy. Ready to learn more? Contact Lekeshia here!
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    Lekeshia wants us all to start a conversation! She invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to this podcast!  Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well!
    Want to learn more about Lekeshia and/or her guests?  Follow her on Instagram and Twitter. Are you ready to activate your allyship? Join us in the Activation Program now! 

    • 37 min
    Being Transgender in Business with Aiden Howery

    Being Transgender in Business with Aiden Howery

    HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!!! I could not let this month pass without showcasing an amazing LGBTQ+ company named The Noun Lounge! I am so fortunate to bring you one of the founders, Aiden Howery, a 24-year old trans man. Aiden started his first clothing brand when he was 17 called Mistaken Artists. But he wanted to create something different and unique. The other co-founder, Taylor Ray came to him saying he would love to start a business, but didn’t know what. One day he was like “you know what would be dope? An LGBTQ+ inspired streetwear brand…” aaaaand The Noun Lounge was born!
    The Noun Lounge is a trans-owned all inclusive LGBTQ+ streetwear brand based out of the Midwest. The main goals are to bring awareness to LGBTQ+ community by spreading a positive message through apparel. 
    Join me and Aiden as we discuss:
    Why the name "The Noun Lounge"The importance of pronounsComing outHelping pay for gender transitioning surgeryThe danger of existingAfraid of failureBeing an artistInclusive sizingHonorable Mentions
    "Say it with your chest" collection
    Understanding Pronouns
    Explaining the Latest Texas Anti-Transgender Directive
    Where can you find Aiden Howery 
    @thenounlounge
    @beastinme816
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    This podcast is hosted Lekeshia Angelique. Lekeshia's mission Is to empower not just black women but every human to have a powerful voice and an equitable seat at any table they desire to sit! Lekeshia is an Army Veteran, Mom, Coach, Taco Aficionado, and creator of safe spaces to educate folx. The key to change is knowledge and empathy. Ready to learn more? Contact Lekeshia here!
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    Lekeshia wants us all to start a conversation! She invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to this podcast!  Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well!
    Want to learn more about Lekeshia and/or her guests?  Follow her on Instagram and Twitter. Are you ready to activate your allyship? Join us in the Activation Program now! 

    • 19 min
    The Dire Need for Religious Inclusivity with Rev. Dr. Vickie L. Hughes

    The Dire Need for Religious Inclusivity with Rev. Dr. Vickie L. Hughes

    With all of the devastation that has been happening health-wise, one would think people were able to set aside their racist ideologies and come together especially if they are on their death beds in a hospital. NOPE!! In today's episode, I speak with Rev. Dr. Vickie L. Hughes. 
    Vickie is a DEI Facilitator/Consultant and refers to herself as a “safe space creator.” Vickie also works as a chaplain at a hospital in East Tennessee. Rev. Hughes is an Ordained Deacon in the AME Zion denomination. While in Seminary, Vickie served as a cross-cultural Supply Pastor of a Nondenominational Church. Prior to seminary, she worked with various female empowerment ministries, including her own 501c3 female youth nonprofit organization. Vickie has years of management/territory management experience with both for-profit and nonprofit entities.
    Join me and Rev. Dr. Vickie L. Hughes as we discuss:
    Discrimination in health careDealing with racist patientsSetting boundariesSpiritual GuidanceBeing open mindedIntersectionality in religion Sensitivity in the health care industryChristianity dominating industriesHonorable Mentions
    Racism and discrimination in health care: Providers and patients
    Racial Discrimination in Healthcare: How Structural Racism Affects Healthcare
    Let Freedom Ring, Violence Cease, Peace Be Still, and Justice Prevail
    Where can you find Rev. Dr. Vickie L. Hughes?
    Instagram
    Twitter
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    This podcast is hosted Lekeshia Angelique. Lekeshia's mission Is to empower not just black women but every human to have a powerful voice and an equitable seat at any table they desire to sit! Lekeshia is an Army Veteran, Mom, Coach, Taco Aficionado, and creator of safe spaces to educate folx. The key to change is knowledge and empathy. Ready to learn more? Contact Lekeshia here!
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    Lekeshia wants us all to start a conversation! She invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to this podcast!  Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well!
    Want to learn more about Lekeshia and/or her guests?  Follow her on Instagram and Twitter. Are you ready to activate your allyship? Join us in the Activation Program now! 

    • 34 min
    Allyship is a Verb with Emily Johnsson

    Allyship is a Verb with Emily Johnsson

    Do you identify as a change maker in one form or another? Do you consider yourself an ally? If you do, do you know all the encompasses? If you said "Hell Yes, Lekeshia!", do I have a treat for you today! My conversation with Emily Johnsson will have you yelling at your computer and pumping your fists so if you are listening to this at work, let your coworkers know to mind their business. Revelations are happening in your ears!
    Emily Johnsson is a founder, guide, mentor and co-creator at Wish Tree. Wish Tree's mission is to nurture a diverse, inclusive, vibrant global community of change makers to take action on their purpose so collectively we can leave a legacy of hope, healing prosperity and peace. 
    Join me and Emily Johnsson as we discuss:
    Living in SwedenGlobal perspective in the narrativeSafe SpacesConditional Conversations Showing up fully and sharing supportPolicies and Practices to ensure inclusivity Courage and ValuesThe invention of the word raceHonorable Mentions
    Lekeshia's Courses
    Where can you find Emily?
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wishtreelife/
    Website: https://wishtree.life
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    This podcast is hosted Lekeshia Angelique. Lekeshia's mission Is to empower not just black women but every human to have a powerful voice and an equitable seat at any table they desire to sit! Lekeshia is an Army Veteran, Mom, Coach, Taco Aficionado, and creator of safe spaces to educate folx. The key to change is knowledge and empathy. Ready to learn more? Contact Lekeshia here!
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    Lekeshia wants us all to start a conversation! She invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to this podcast!  Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well!
    Want to learn more about Lekeshia and/or her guests?  Follow her on Instagram and Twitter. Are you ready to activate your allyship? Join us in the Activation Program now! 

    • 37 min
    Mental and Emotional Wellness in Business with Classie Watson

    Mental and Emotional Wellness in Business with Classie Watson

    There are some people who are just so foundational in your life, they just make you do and be better! Classie Watson is one of those people for me! I hope you have your pens, pencils and paper ready because Cassie is dropping gems! 
    Classie Watson is a Life & Business Strategist with her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is the founder of the Person-Centered Business Method and the founder of Women Rise an organization for women and young girls. Classy helps entrepreneurs develop a mental health conscious business with foundational business strategies, SOP's, CX Processes & more to increase sustainability & wellness.
    Join me and Classy as we discuss:
    Being authenticNeglecting Mental HealthConsciously integrating mental health and businessPerson-Centered Business Assimilating in the Coaching Space "We Don't Talk About Bruno"Culture of Social MediaYour purpose and pathShowing Up and Shining Your LightWhat is a coach?What is a consultant?What is a strategist?Freedom papersChallenge
    Write your freedom papers and email Lekeshia , share it on IG and tag her @lekeshia_angelique!
    Honorable Mentions
    Welcome to My Re-Launch
    "When you know better, you do better" Dr. Maya Angelou
    Slave Haven Underground Railroad
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    This podcast is hosted Lekeshia Angelique. Lekeshia's mission Is to empower not just black women but every human to have a powerful voice and an equitable seat at any table they desire to sit! Lekeshia is an Army Veteran, Mom, Coach, Taco Aficionado, and creator of safe spaces to educate folx. The key to change is knowledge and empathy. Ready to learn more? Contact Lekeshia here!
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    Lekeshia wants us all to start a conversation! She invites you to leave a review and a five-star rating wherever you listen to this podcast!  Don't forget to tell your friends to listen as well!
    Want to learn more about Lekeshia and/or her guests?  Follow her on Instagram and Twitter. Are you ready to activate your allyship? Join us in the Activation Program now! 

    • 47 min
    Creating Generational Wealth Despite Money Trauma w/ Shannon Kill

    Creating Generational Wealth Despite Money Trauma w/ Shannon Kill

    In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Personal Finance & World Wealth Coach, Shannon Kill. We discuss how her work started out of being passionate about anti-racism. She loves working with women who have experienced some level of trauma, abuse or poverty or who are part of a minority group and who have created a successful business of some sort in spite of what they've had to go through.

    Shannon and I on the same wavelength about creating equity, healing money trauma and creating generational wealth that impacts our families and communities. Shannon points out that black people have been doing the work already, but as a white ally, she sees the importance of continuing to seek out understanding and education.

    I would definitely love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Will you leave us a review on iTunes? Thanks!

    To learn more about Shannon Kill, go to https://shannonmariekill.com/. You can check out her FB page Shannon Marie Kill | Facebook or FB group First Generation Wealth Builders | Facebook.
    Join us over at the DE&I Lounge on Facebook! You can also send me a DM on Instagram @lekeshia_angelique, or find more resources on my website: https://www.lekeshiaangelique.com/resources 

    • 23 min

Customer Reviews

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Crackers_in_Soup ,

I love these conversations

Lekeshia Angelique has invited some amazing women to come in and talk about what it truly means to be inclusive. Not in a "it's the in thing right now way" but in the "Let's change the world for the better" way. Being a black woman, I have clapped my hands during these conversations as well as learned from Lekeshia and her guests. This podcast is a must listen!

Brienne-Voice ,

You belong here on your Allyship journey!

Lekeshia’s warm and informative nature infuses the straightforward, simple and enlightening tips and concepts provided. Everyone, no matter where they are at on their Allyship exploration and implementation, would benefit from this podcast!

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Someone to learn from

Lekeshia is a dynamite person! You’ll want to be sure to subscribe to her podcast as she shares her truth and you’ll be able to learn so much from her.

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