Episode 52: How to Lead Conversations around Race with Akosua Kankam and Asher Royal

DaVita Leadership Insights

In response to the national dialogue on racial injustice and prejudice, brought to the forefront by the senseless killing of George Floyd, as well as Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and too many others, DaVita leaders are stepping up to lead conversations around race and take action against the systemic racism that affects our teammates and patients.

DaVita leaders Akosua Kankam and Asher Royal join our hosts Grace Berman and Doug Miller to share stories of times when they held back from having a conversation on racial bias, as well as times when they have leaned into the conversations. Though there may be a fear of saying the “wrong” thing, we hope that this episode will inspire you to speak up with the intention of listening and learning, as well as provide tools for starting these conversations with you teams.

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GUESTS: Akosua Kankam, Sr. Director Pegasus, Asher Royal, Divison/Region VP, Pinnacle

HOSTED BY: Grace Berman and Doug Miller, Senior Directors, Wisdom

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