Asheli Atkins on Women’s Wealth, Black Entrepreneurship, and Genuine Corporate Diversity
Asheli Atkins brings a unique perspective on the intersection of wealth, legacy, and the need for genuine diversity and inclusion efforts. With a PhD in race and ethnic relations and an MBA, she has developed a profound understanding of the importance of intentionality when it comes to empowering communities and businesses. Through her work, especially her qualitative research, she provides insights into how women, particularly women of color, are navigating the evolving landscape of wealth and financial legacy. Join us with another replay episode of Women Acquiring Assets and learn ways that align with true inclusivity and long-term support for marginalized communities.
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Show Notes
Join us and be inspired in this replay episode from Women Acquiring Assets, featuring Asheli Atkins, a PhD in race and ethnic relations and an MBA who focuses on the intersection of growing wealth among women, particularly women of color, and the implications for legacy and financial empowerment. She highlights the rapid growth of women’s wealth, emphasizing the importance of providing access to financial education, coaching, and products tailored to their needs. This growing wealth has the potential to reshape how legacy is built, but Asheli stresses that businesses must recognize and engage authentically with women and Black communities to support this transformation.
A key aspect of Asheli's work is her critique of performative allyship in corporate diversity initiatives. She argues that many organizations make surface-level statements about diversity and inclusion without implementing meaningful, long-term changes. Asheli calls for companies to go beyond symbolic actions and ensure consistent engagement with marginalized communities, particularly Black businesses, and to build genuine, ongoing relationships. She emphasizes the importance of diversity across various aspects, including race, gender, and sexuality, and believes that companies must reflect the communities they serve in their leadership and practices.
Asheli is also deeply involved in supporting Black entrepreneurs and marginalized groups, including through initiatives like Black Restaurant Week, which connects Black farmers and restaurateurs to promote economic empowerment. She advocates for intentional efforts to expand networks and engage with diverse individuals, encouraging organizations to invest in long-term, authentic relationships. Ultimately, Asheli's work is driven by the belief that true diversity and inclusivity require sustained commitment, self-reflection, and the willingness to foster real change across communities and industries.
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