Dimensions of Diversity

Dimensions of Diversity

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Dimensions of Diversity episodes

  • From Awareness to Action: Advocating for Asian American Inclusion and Justice

    On this episode of Dimensions of Diversity, we're featuring voices from both coasts of the United States Asian American Bar Associations. Lloyd Freeman sits down with colleague Veneeta Jaswal, President, South Asian Bar Association of San Diego, Stephen Kulp, Board of Directors, Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Pennsylvania and Allan C. Zhang, Vice President, Asian Pacific American Lawyers Association of New Jersey.

    Together in an illuminating fireside chat, our guests delve into the importance of advocacy for and within the AAPI community, and tangible ways that allies can get involved. The group also explores issues impacting Asian Americans in the workplace and legal community and provides insight into how their respective organizations work to support the advancement of AAPI individuals in the profession.


    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.


    57 min
  • Inclusive Workplaces Unveiled: Breaking Down Barriers with GoodTemps

    On this captivating episode of Dimensions of Diversity, host Lloyd Freeman sits down with Derick Bowers, the Executive Director of GoodTemps, a unique temporary staffing agency affiliated with Goodwill. In a world where finding not just a job, but a genuinely inclusive workplace is the ultimate aspiration, GoodTemps is helping temporary workers, many of them people with disabilities, to find meaningful work each and every day.

    In this insightful conversation, Lloyd and Derick explore the challenges of job hunting, the quest for quality employment, and the paramount importance of building an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Derick sheds light on GoodTemps' innovative approach, emphasizing their commitment to providing opportunities through partnerships with city and state agencies across New York and New Jersey. Tune in to be inspired by stories of empowerment and learn how GoodTemps is not only introducing talent into the workforce, but simultaneously dismantling barriers and advocating for inclusive workplaces.

    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.


    31 min
  • Promoting Disability Representation and Inclusion in the Media and Beyond

    On this episode of Dimensions of Diversity, Lloyd Freeman and Jamil Paden, Manager of Racial and Health Equity at the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, explore the organization's mission to enhance equity and

    support for families impacted by paralysis and spinal cord injuries.

    Listen to this thought-provoking episode to hear Lloyd and Jamil discuss the multifaceted dimensions of paralysis and the transformative work of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation to champion equity, inclusivity and support for impacted individuals and their families.

    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful
    conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.


    29 min
  • Celebrating the Achievements of Women Attorneys: A Conversation with Mary Beth Buchanan

    On this special episode of Dimensions of Diversity, Lloyd Freeman sits down with the remarkable Mary Beth Buchanan, a trailblazer who has shattered glass ceilings across public and private domains. Notably, Mary Beth made history as the youngest and first woman to hold the esteemed title of United States Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania. Presently, she serves as Vice President on the Cardano Foundation Board of Directors.

    During this fireside chat, we explore Mary Beth's illustrious journey, from her career milestones to her pioneering ascent to the GC level. Mary Beth also offers her insights and advice for women and allies in the professional sphere to enrich our dialogue.

    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.

    55 min
  • Definitions of Beauty in Different Cultures

    Lloyd Freeman delves into a thought-provoking conversation on the Dimensions of Diversity podcast, joined by this week's special guest, Candice Iheme, Personal Injury Attorney at The Haddad Law Firm, PC.


    As a woman of Nigerian descent, Candice candidly explores the intricate tapestry of beauty and the cultural norms that surround it.


    In a society where conflicting beauty standards often challenge one's sense of self, Candice shares her personal journey of discovering and embracing her own unique beauty. Through insightful anecdotes and empowering insights, she sheds light on the impact of these norms on personal identity and the path she's forged to find authenticity.


    Tune in as Candice navigates the powerful terrain of resilience against societal pressures and unveils the transformative role of community. Discover how she's cultivated safe spaces within her own circles, empowering herself to feel beautiful, confident, and unapologetically herself each and every day.

    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.

    20 min
  • Understanding the Arab American Experience: A Conversation with Diana Abouali

    This special episode of Dimensions of Diversity, features Diana Abouali, Director at Arab American National Museum (AANM) – the first and only museum of its kind in the United States devoted to recording the Arab American culture and experience.

    Diana also serves on the Executive Team of Access Community, which aims to empower communities to improve their health and their economic, social and cultural well-being. Moderated by Buchanan's Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Lloyd Freeman, the discussion will unpack myths about the community, explore the experience of Arab Americans in the United States, and provide best practices for inclusive practices in the workplace.

    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.

    52 min
  • Importance of Mentorship

    On this episode of Dimensions of Diversity, host Lloyd Freeman is accompanied by Joe Dougherty, Chairman and CEO at Buchanan and Tithi Patel, a Buchanan Summer Associate and student at Temple Beasley School of Law. Earlier this year, Joe and Tithi kicked off a mentorship partnership, as a result of Buchanan’s Leadership Diversity Pledges.


    On this episode, Joe discusses his drive to use mentorship to influence leadership diversity beyond the four walls of Buchanan. The duo shares their advice on establishing ground rules and communication methods within a mentoring relationship while also managing both parties' times effectively. Joe details how mentoring has benefited him as a leader, and Tithi shares her perspective on how their partnership has given her a birds-eye view of the legal industry and some of the lessons she has learned from Joe thus far.


    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.

    21 min
  • Advancing LGBTQ+ Inclusion: Exploring Intersectional Identities and Allies in the Workplace

    On this special episode of Dimensions of Diversity, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Lloyd Freeman chats with Erica Sumpter, Program Manager, Enterprise Equitable Health Institute at Highmark Health and Gina Winstead, VP for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility at Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.


    The trio examines intersectional identities and unique experiences within the LGBTQ+ community, and demonstrable ways that allies and leadership can advance LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace.


    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.

    53 min
  • Helping Diversify Colleges and Corporate America

    In this episode of Dimensions of Diversity, host Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, speaks with David Garza, Executive Director for Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America. David explains the organization and how it helps high school students from under-resourced backgrounds to be successful in their college application process and professional careers in the hopes of making a more diverse corporate America.



    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.


    39 min
  • Be a Catalyst for Action

    In this episode of Dimensions of Diversity, host Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney,

    speaks with John Samuel, Co-Founder and CEO of Ablr, about how he came to create this organization. John has had an incredible journey and speaks openly about going blind due to a degenerating eye condition called retinitis pigmentosa. John’s experiences have led him to be an incredible innovator and advocate. Together, John and Lloyd discuss different ways in which employers can prioritize accessibility in their diversity & inclusion initiatives to ensure all employees feel a sense of belonging in the workplace.

    Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast created by Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by

    Lloyd Freeman, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, the podcast features meaningful conversations with industry and community leaders working to advance D&I.

    18 min

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Dimensions of Diversity is a podcast from the law firm of Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney highlighting diversity in the workplace. Hosted by Lloyd Freeman, Chief Experience Officer, the podcast will…