Season 1 Episode 13: Unpacking Diversity & Inclusion with Karan Kapoor

In episode 13 of the Ethnically podcast, host Adarsh Ramchurn welcomes Karan Kapoor, a leading voice in Inclusion and Diversity with a background in renowned companies like Mars, Johnson & Johnson, and others.

The discussion delves into the importance of inclusivity in workplaces and how it naturally encourages diversity. Karan shares insights from his career, including the significance of managerial roles in fostering inclusivity and psychological safety. He talks about launching his own company, Vividh, to authentically address D&I challenges and promote inclusive work environments. Topics such as emotional intelligence, diverse hiring, and strategic D&I implementations are explored.

The episode emphasises making inclusion part of everyday business practices and highlights the ongoing journey in addressing D&I issues across various industries.

02:30 Karan's Journey: From IT to Inclusion

03:16 The Importance of Inclusivity Before Diversity

06:17 Impact of Managers on Inclusivity

11:55 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in D&I

15:36 Karan's Passion for D&I: From Corporate to Vivid

18:04 Challenges and Frustrations in D&I

28:41 Pressing D&I Challenges in Organisations

31:43 Future Trends & Strategies in D&I

39:39 Pursuing a Career in D&I

43:54 Future Aspirations in D&I

47:52 Reflecting on Gratitude and Change

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