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Bridging the Gap
In the high stakes world of law and commerce, partnerships and understanding are critical. Yet, gaps remain between these interconnected fields. Join us as we sit down with industry leaders to highlight how collaborations can make an impact. This is "Bridging The Gap", hosted by Tiauna J., and featuring Nona Lee.
Disability Pride Month raises important themes within sports
Sports Business Journal | by Nona Lee Every July, a celebration takes place that brings people and communities together in a demonstration of resilience, acceptance and empowerment: Disability Pride Month. This important occasion — celebrated in July to mark the anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act... Read More...
DEI intentions can fall short when they are most needed
Sports Business Journal | by Nona Lee Our mission is to create a culture where diverse voices and experiences are valued.” This is the first phrase of the Dodgers’ mission statement for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on its website. Under its “Community Investment” pillar, the organization goes on to identify “[c]ommunity partnerships to...
Randi Winter Explores Importance of Company Culture
Spencer Fane attorney Randi Winter spoke at the 46th annual DRI Employment and Labor Law Seminar on May 3 in New Orleans. The firm was also pleased to serve as a sponsor for the event. During the session, DEI: How Company Culture Shapes Labor & Employment Initiatives and Legal HR Compliance, Randi explored how implementing policies and...
Nona Lee to be a keynote speaker at Drexel Commencement
TheTriangle.org | By Morgan Emerson Nona Lee to be the keynote speaker at Drexel University College of Arts and Sciences Commencement Ceremony: June 15, 2023, 5 p.m., at the Mann Center. The article is a comprehensive list of all commencement speakers for 2023.
Training for the Ages: An empathy-building inclusion program
Write down the name of a family member you trust. Then write down the name of a friend you trust and talk to regularly. Then write down the name of a community you’re a part of, that’s a support system for you. Follow that up with the name of a mentor or someone you look up to in your workplace. Then scribble down your big dream in life. Now, rip...
Pathways to Resilience Podcast – Episode 21
Tune in to episode 21 of Pathways to Resilience as we dive into the world of DEI with Nona Lee, Founder and CEO of Truth DEI. Nona shares her work as a consultant and how uncovering DEI truths is essential to progress. Listen now!
The Sports Power Brunch
PRNewswire | The Sports Power Brunch Celebrating the Most Powerful Women in Sports -- today announced the honorees and panelists for the 4th Annual Sports Power Brunch. This year, three elite women will be celebrated for their contributions to the field: Sarah Flynn, CMO 35V/Boardroom; Nona Lee, Founder & CEO Truth DEI, Former Executive Vice...
Opening Up The Whole Court
Arizona Attorney Magazine | by Nona Lee I started playing basketball as a very young girl, prior to the passage of Title IX in 1972. At that time, girls and women weren’t even permitted to play full court. We were assigned to certain areas on the floor and had to stay in them. We couldn’t even steal a ball because it wasn’t considered lady-like....
Sports Shorts Live Podcast
Sports Lawyer association Podcast "Sports Shorts Live" | by Bobby Hacker The Sports Lawyers Association (SLA) is a non-profit, international, professional organization whose common goal is the understanding, advancement, and ethical practice of sports law. There are over 1,000 current members: practicing lawyers, law educators, law students, and...
How I made my Passion my Business
diversityjournal.com | by Nona Lee From the earliest moments in my career, it was clear that if I wanted to accomplish my dreams I was going to have to prove myself. I am an openly gay black woman. These immutable characteristics that make me who I am have frequently made me the subject of both intentional and unintentional bias. I’ve worked in...
Gender pay gap is leading to dangerous realities for our athletes
Sports Business Journal | By Nona Lee NINE YEARS!!! I still sit here at a complete loss for words after these proceedings and the “hands down verdict” against, and sentencing of, Brittney Griner in a Russian court. Not because I’m “surprised” at the harshness of her sentencing; I’m not, given the current political tension between Russia and the...
Bouncing Back with Nona Lee
natlawreview.com | Bouncing Back with Nona Lee - Podcast The creation of the WNBA sparked something in Nona Lee. From that moment, she knew she wanted to work in sports. One problem: she had no experience; she was a litigator. In this episode of Bouncing Back, Nona shares with Rebecca Glatzer what gave her the drive and motivation to change her...