In this episode, we are honored to have Marie Beecham as our keynote speaker. Marie opens up about her personal journey as a Black woman growing up in a predominantly white city and the continuous feeling of being different. She discusses her experiences in college and beyond, emphasizing the importance of creating an environment where women, people of color, and other minorities do not have to think about their differences.

Marie identifies the construction industry's successes and areas needing improvement in diversification. She stresses that true inclusion goes beyond PowerPoints and memorizing terms—it’s about changing worldviews and embracing different identities with thoughtfulness and intentionality.

Tune in as Marie breaks down the paradoxes of individual and group, highlighting the balance between similarities and differences among people. She shares practical advice for fostering real-time diversity and creating understanding among those skeptical about DEI initiatives. Marie closes with actionable steps to effectively advance the DEI movement within the construction industry.

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