I’ve had the honor of hosting almost a dozen town halls, forums and “listen and learn” sessions over the past few months — both within my company and also with several corporations, nonprofit organizations and academic institutions. Some were quite small — with as few as eight participants — while others had over 800 people. I’ve heard the honest, transparent and, sometimes, raw feelings and frustrations of employees. I’ve had one-on-one conversations with managers, executives and leaders, including global CEOs, as they have prepared for courageous conversations. I’ve also been inspired by NFL star Emmanuel Acho’s, “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man,” so, in deference to him, let’s consider this a candid conversation with a Black businessman.
I’ve had the honor of hosting almost a dozen town halls, forums and “listen and learn” sessions over the past few months — both within my company and also with several corporations, nonprofit organizations and academic institutions. Some were quite small — with as few as eight participants — while others had over 800 people. I’ve heard the honest, transparent and, sometimes, raw feelings and frustrations of employees. I’ve had one-on-one conversations with managers, executives and leaders, including global CEOs, as they have prepared for courageous conversations. I’ve also been inspired by NFL star Emmanuel Acho’s, “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man,” so, in deference to him, let’s consider this a candid conversation with a Black businessman.
