TonyTidbit: A Black Executive Perspective

"This and That - Intersectionality" with hosts' Tony Tidbit, Les Frye andspecial guest Himalaya Rao-Potlapally- Managing Director The BFM Fund.Episode Description:“This AND That: Intersectionality 101”Many of us have heard the term "intersectionality," but do we truly know what it means?Coined by legal scholar Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw in 1989, intersectionality is a term forunderstanding how various forms of inequality interlock and play out in peoples' lives.Originally used to reference the compounded inequalities Black women face, intersectionalitybrings awareness to our different inequalities - Black & Female, Black & Gay, Black & Disabled,etc.Guest: Himalaya Pao- Potlopaly

In this episode,“Authenticity & Assimilation”Tony Tidbit and special guest Sarissa Thrower, Sr. Director, Social + Corporate, Executive and Brand Communications at Matter of Fact, discuss professional Standards”.So many times, Black executives find themselves at the crossroads of being themselves and accommodating the "professional standard." But unfortunately, many professional standards are rooted in old and problematic ideologies that only served White men in the C-suite. Therefore, Black leaders are often expected to accommodate these standards — uplifting harmful biases, in order to achieve success. Episode Description “Authenticity > Assimilation”So many times, Black executives find themselves at the crossroads of being themselves and accommodating the "professional standard." But unfortunately, many professional standards are rooted in old and problematic ideologies that only served White men in the C-suite. Therefore, Black leaders are often expected to accommodate these standards — uplifting harmful biases and making their white colleagues comfortable — to achieve success.

In this episode, “We are Our Ancestors Dreams” Tony Tidbit and Les Frye, are joined by Bianca Reed, Founder and CEO of Convey Culture.  Many of us are experiencing the pinnacle of success — being executives at top companies nationwide. Yet centuries ago, when our African ancestors were taken against their will and enslaved in the United States —they could not fathom the fortune their future generations would enjoy.  We are our ancestors' wildest dreams. Though they continue to overcome and fight the important uphill battles, many of us are unaware of the profound psychological implications of historical trauma–nor the ways systematic racism affects our current professional and personal lives. Our guest, Bianca Reed who is Founder & Principal Consultant, at Convey Culture, specializing in inclusive communication, marketing, and business strategies, is here to help us understand these implications and learn how to deal with these historical layers.  Prior to starting Convey Culture, Bianca was the VP of Client Service and Inclusive Marketing for Rain the Growth Agency. In addition, she held sales and marketing roles at Coca-Cola, Kellogg’s & Hershey’s. She has a M.B.A., & bachelor’s degree in African American Studies, and certificates in DEI and Multicultural Marketing. She is on the board of Living Corporate, a Black-owned digital media network that amplifies the voices of Black and brown individuals in the workplace. Bianca loves hanging out with her husband who is a physiologist in the US Airforce and their 4 lovely children.  She is a workout junkie and a proud Afro-Latina, and stated Plantains are our love language.You gain insight on how awareness and education about historical trauma and systemic racism can foster empathy and understanding in the workplace. And hopefully create allyships.

In this episode "Indigenous People’s Day", The Who, What, Where & ; Why it’s soSignificant.” Our co-host Les Frye, will educate us on What is Indigenous People’sDay, the history, the backlash, and why it’s so significant to all of us.What is Indigenous People’s Day?Some 20 states have adopted Indigenous People’s Day in lieu of Columbus Day.Joe Biden responsible for giving states the option to celebrate the day of remembrance and celebration of First People, Indigenous and Aboriginals in 2021. However, we celebrate and include all Indigenous world-wide.What prompted the holiday?Replacing this day as not to celebrate Columbus given his horrific treatment of theIndigenous and the falsehood of discovery.What has been the backlash in replacing the holiday?Italian- Americans believing that this is an affront to their heritage. Many ItalianAmericans observe Columbus Day as a celebration of their heritage and not ofColumbus himself, and the day was celebrated in New York City on October 12,1866. The day was first enshrined as a legal holiday in the United States through the lobbying of Angelo Noce, a first-generation American, in Denver.[7] The first statewide holiday was proclaimed by Colorado governor Jesse F. McDonald in 1905, and it was made a statutory holiday in 1907.For the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's voyage in 1892, following alynching in New Orleans, where a mob had murdered 11 Italian immigrants,President Benjamin Harrison declared Columbus Day as a one-time national celebration.[10][11] The proclamation was part of a wider effort after the lynching incident to placate Italian Americans and ease diplomatic tensions with Italy.[10]During the anniversary in 1892, teachers, preachers, poets, and politicians used rituals to teach ideals of patriotism. These rituals took themes such as citizenship boundaries, the importance of loyalty to the nation, and the celebration of social progress, including among them was the Pledge of Allegiance by Francis BellamyIn 1934, as a result of lobbying by the Knights of Columbus and New York City Italian leader Generoso Pope,What do I do to celebrate this holiday?Parades: Many cities organize parades to celebrate the culture, heritage, and achievements of indigenous peoples.Cultural Events: Communities often host cultural events such as traditional dances, music performances, storytelling sessions, and art exhibitions.Educational Programs: Schools and universities may organize educational programs to raise awareness about indigenous cultures, history, and contemporary issues.indigenous rights, history, and cultural preservation.Community Gatherings: Indigenous communities come together for social gatherings, feasts, and other community-building activities.

The Black community shares a great pride and love for our culture. Yet, we’re not met with that same love and appreciation from society. Unfortunately, the Black community is not the only group facing discrimination and biases in this country. Today, we’re joined by execs from the LatinX and AAPI communities. We discuss their pride in their heritage, the discrimination they face, and how we can all come together to advance our efforts and improve our society.   Guest Rebecca Nunez, CEO, MRN AgencyFounder and CEO of The MRN Agency, an award-winning, international, woman and minority-owned full-service marketing agency that ideates and executes both B2B and B2C initiatives led by data-driven strategySpecializing in US Hispanic and LATAM brand strategy, sponsorship negotiations, experiential marketing and live/virtual event activationsNunez served as an Executive at WME Experiential, AxiCom/WPP, Wasserman, and CAA, representing a vast portfolio of Fortune 100 and 500 companiesIn this episode, “We’re All This Together”, we’re joined by Rebecca Nunez, CEO, MRNAgency, from the LatinX community. We discuss their pride in their heritage, thediscrimination they face, and how we can all come together to advance our efforts andimprove our society.Tidbit of the day:“Our uniqueness, our individuality, and our life experience molds us into fascinatingbeings.I hope we can embrace that. I pray we may all challenge ourselves to delve intothe deepest resources of our hearts to cultivate an atmosphere of understanding,acceptance, tolerance, and compassion.We are all in this life together.”Linda Thompson

Show Notes:TonyTidbit: A Black Executive PerspectiveTonyTidbit ™ep 102. Tony Tidbit & Friends - Why There's Still a Glass Ceiling?TonyTidbit ™102(Not in a season)© 2024 A BLACK EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced without prior written permission. For permissions, email [email protected] to TonyTidbit: A Black Executive PerspectiveTonyTidbit: A Black Executive Perspective websitehttps://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/tonytidbit-a-black-executive-perspective-pilot-episodeNotesIntroduction [00:00:00]Tony's motivation behind this podcast [00:02:00]Introduction to Executive Producer Adrian Alvarado [00:04:30]Discussion on the platform and its vision [00:07:00]Unveiling Tony's own journey: Growing up in Detroit [00:10:30]Conversations about race, bias, and struggle [00:13:00]Presentation of future topics and guests [00:20:00]Conclusion and wrap-up [00:23:00]Join host Tony Tidbit (aka Tony Franklin ) and frequent co-host Les Frye, on this empowering and enlightening journey. Follow us and participate in the conversation on social media at @TonyTidbitBEP. Stay engaged with our refreshing content and be part of the movement.TonyTidbit: A Black Executive Perspective website

Episode Title: [ep 101. An Open Conversation on Race with corporate America ]A Black Executive Perspective: Amplifying the Narrative of Black Executives in Corporate AmericaThe inaugural episode of the 'Black Executive Perspective' podcast, hosted by Tony Tidbit, an advertising media executive and army veteran with over 30 years in the corporate world. The episode explores the barriers and achievements of black executives in a world where diversity and inclusion initiatives are finally gaining traction. Tony invites listeners to join him and his guests in honest, open dialogues about race in corporate America, sharing personal stories, advocating for diversity, shattering stereotypes, and discussing practical tools to navigate challenges. The series aims to serve aspiring leaders, advocates, and innovators, while providing a platform for powerful stories that fosters lasting change. In this inaugural episode, he introduces co-host Les Fry and discusses their shared mission to educate, inspire and bring awareness to racial issues within the corporate space.0:00 turning points00:03 Introduction to the Podcast01:56 The Host's Background and Mission02:58 The Importance of Open Conversations about Race05:04 Introducing the Co-host05:55 The Power of Conversations in the Workplace08:00 Understanding the Term 'Bipoc'10:58 The Podcast's Purpose and Audience21:43 The Impact of Turning Points22:25 The Co-host's Personal Turning Point32:11 The Host's Personal Turning Point35:43 Childhood Lessons on Race36:20 Journey in Corporate America37:02 Experiences as a Black Executive37:36 Starting a New Job During the Pandemic38:47 Impact of George Floyd's Death40:25 Sharing Personal Experiences with Race41:33 The Power of Open Conversations on Race42:09 Continuing the Conversation in a New Company48:34 The Importance of Active Listening and Non-Judgment54:26 The Impact of Open Conversations on Race in the Workplace57:28 The Launch of the Black Executive Perspective Podcast01:01:55 Closing Remarks and Future Plans