The Zennurgy Podcast

Diversity and Inclusion- Episode 55


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1.What does diversity mean?

2. What does inclusion mean?

3. What is the difference between equity and equality?

4. Are all these just buzzwords or trends ? Or are they really important?

5. What are the positives and negatives of the way American education and business are approaching these goals?

6. How doe diversity and inclusion relate to community life?

7. Has segregation ended? Was segregation a good or bad thing?

8. I've heard America referred to as a melting pot and alternately as a gumbo? Is America more like a pot luck spread?

9. Can cognitive dissonance ever be overcome in America?

Colin and I will discuss these concepts and many more and talk about why we both are working for social justice through using these concepts.

Colin C. Thompson, a Canadian born Jamaican, is founder and CEO of Oligye Enterprises (Shanghai) a Business Consulting company focused on coaching, training, and Blockchain technologies. Specializing in Personal Development, Diversity, and Career Coaching, Colin coaches individuals and groups on how to reach their dreams, goals, and desires.

Colin developed an extensive background in the Information Technology field working for blue chip organizations such as International Business Machines (IBM), Ernst & Young LLP, and Howard University. In addition, Colin is co-Founder of XChainz, a blockchain based educational and workforce platform for assessments, training, coaching, and the award of digital credentials.

Colin graduated from Howard University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Computer Based Information Systems and in 2006 with a double concentration MBA in Supply Chain Management and E-Business Technologies.

In his down time, he enjoys pushing himself through competing in various events such as marathons and triathlons with his wife Kay.

“I am fortunate to be able to, on a daily basis, fulfill my true passion of building Oligye Enterprises to help individuals through LIFE Coaching and business training/facilitation; while also being able to live my dream of working with the next great disruptive technology - Blockchain.”

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Peace and blessings.

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