Aang Lakey · November 4, 2024

Podcast: Diversity Goes to Work
November 4, 2024
We’ve spent a lot of time in recent weeks on this podcast thinking about what comes next. And indeed, as the political winds of the United States shift, we suspect there will be ongoing shifts in the DEI space. What does that mean for DEI practitioners? How do you keep a sense…

Expert in Consciousness in Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, and Violence Prevention
20 years Leadership & inclusion expertise6-volume series Leadership Consciousness EssentialsU.S. Army Leadership & prevention experienceFederal government Leadership & prevention service
Aang Lakey is a distinguished leader with over 20 years of expertise in leadership development, violence prevention, and diversity and inclusion, honed through extensive experience in the U.S. Army and federal government. Aang excels in guiding leaders to integrate consciousness and emotional intelligence into their practices, emphasizing the critical importance of intentionality and reflexivity in leadership.
Throughout their career, Aang has advised leaders at various levels, helping them understand the profound impact their actions and behaviors have on organizational culture. Aang's approach is deeply rooted in the belief that effective leadership is built on a foundation of self-awareness, empathy, and a commitment to aligning actions with values. Aang’s work is particularly focused on helping leaders navigate the complexities of diversity, inclusion, and violence prevention, ensuring that these essential issues are addressed with both sensitivity and effectiveness.
Aang’s personal journey is a powerful testament to their commitment to this work. Having overcome significant socialization and unconscious biases from their upbringing in a challenging environment, Aang brings a relatable and authentic perspective to their teachings. They are passionate about helping others confront and overcome similar challenges, advocating for the practical application of leadership principles and appropriate accountability within organizations.
We’ve spent a lot of time in recent weeks on this podcast thinking about what comes next. And indeed, as the political winds of the United States shift, we suspect there will be ongoing shifts in the DEI space. What does that mean for DEI practitioners? How do you keep a sense and sensibility about you when the world - and the professional world around you - seems bewildering. Today’s guest is going to help us make sense of all of this complexity by centering the role of consciousness.Aang Lakeyis the founder and CEO of Increasing Consciousness, a company created to increase the global consciousness to better facilitate equity all across the world.
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