Episode 83: Empowering Diverse Teams for a Better Future featuring Leesa Hill

Guest Bio

Leesa (she/her) has over 25 years of experience in the Human Resources industry with deep expertise in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB), and Learning and Development. Leesa is currently Partner of DEIB & Leader Effectiveness at LEAD3R (formerly Enspira), in the Human Capital Consulting organization.  

Prior to LEAD3R, she worked in human resource roles at Biogen, Pfizer and Kforce Inc. She has a proven track record of creating and implementing successful DEIB strategies in a variety of organizational settings which includes a progressive program to prepare female senior leaders for placement on corporate boards, fit-for-purpose strategic roadmaps, launching and leveraging Employee Resource Groups/Networks and Diversity Councils, creating and leading a years long DEIB-focused community of practice and being an active member of the HR D+I Council. 

Leesa has a Certificate in Diversity & Inclusion for HR from Cornell’s Industrial and Labor Relations School, is certified in the ED&I 360 & Inclusive Behavior Inventory Assessment and earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from Shenandoah Conservatory. She was also recognized on Mogul’s list of the “Top 100 DEIB Leaders in 2022.” 

Leesa actively mentors folks who are passionate in the space of DEIB and is a member of the Education Committee for the LGBTQ+ Center of Raleigh.

Recap & Takeaways

Key Takeaways

• • • 00:00 Welcome to the Future of Teamwork Podcast

    • 00:18 Navigating DEIB in the Workplace: Insights and Strategies

    • 02:47 Leesa Hill’s Personal Journey and Passion for DEIB

    • 07:08 The Importance of DEIB in Modern Workplaces

    • 10:58 Understanding Inclusion vs. Belonging

    • 32:46 The Role of Employee Resource Groups in DEIB Efforts

    • 38:32 Concluding Thoughts on DEIB and Its Impact on Teamwork