Ep 3: A Courageous Conversation with Karen Kennard, Part One
Release Date: 12/10/2020
Maternal Health Disparities
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
During Black Maternal Health Week, Greenberg Traurig's GT DRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues Podcast addresses maternal health disparities with Judge Glenda A. Hatchett, best known for her starring role on her two-time Emmy-nominated Court TV show, Judge Hatchett. Judge Hatchett has dedicated her powerful voice to raising awareness of America’s growing maternal mortality rate—which disproportionately impacts women of color—after her daughter-in-law, Kira Dixon Johnson, died while giving birth in 2016. She shares the wins and work ahead on this important health disparity. , in the...
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GT Client Spotlight: A Conversation with John Thornton and Jasmyne Henderson of Indelible Solutions
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
In this episode, GT kicks off its second edition of its client spotlight series. GT Shareholder Shomari Wade hosts a discussion with John Thornton (Chief Legal Officer) and Jasmyne Henderson (VP of Legislative Affairs), of Indelible Solutions. Shomari, John, and Jasmyne discuss how Indelible has become one of the fastest growing minority-owned management consulting firms in the country within their sector. Finally, John and Jasmyne share some thoughts and tips on the importance of diversity in the workplace and how to be successful amongst your peers.
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Navigating On-Campus Interviews and the Summer Associate Experience: Part 2
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
Join us for part two of a two-part podcast series where Rita Treadwell, GT Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager, and Kesha Allen, GT Law School Talent Acquisition Manager continue their conversation regarding the world of on-campus interviews (OCI) and the summer associate experience. Whether you’re a law student gearing up for OCI season or a budding attorney preparing for a summer associate role, this special podcast event offers invaluable insights, tips, and strategies to navigate these pivotal stages in your legal career journey.
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Ep. 17: Navigating On-Campus Interviews and the Summer Associate Experience: Part 1
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
Join us for part one of a two-part podcast series where GT’s Rita Treadwell, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager, and Kesha Allen, Law School Talent Acquisition Manager, delve into the world of on-campus interviews and the summer associate experience. Whether you’re a law student gearing up for OCI season or a budding attorney preparing for a summer associate role, this special podcast event offers invaluable insights, tips, and strategies to navigate these pivotal stages in your legal career journey.
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Ep. 16: 5 Trends to Watch: 2024 Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
From its inception, Greenberg Traurig has been committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Now, in 2024, GT continues to have its finger on the pulse of trends to watch in the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion space. Take a listen now to gain valuable insights on what to expect this year in the field of DEI.
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GT Client Spotlight: A Conversation with Lou Huddleston of Operations Services Inc.
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
In this episode, GT kicks off its client spotlight series. GT Government Contracts Practice Shareholder Shomari Wade hosts a discussion with retired Col. Lou Huddleston, CEO-President of Operations Services, Inc. Shomari and Lou discuss his 32-year military career and how those skills developed during his service in the U.S. Army have informed his success in the private sector. Finally, Lou shares some thoughts and tips for military veterans considering entrepreneurship as a second act following their military service.
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Ep 14: Interview with Abre’ Conner
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
In the episode, GT shareholders and podcast co-hosts Mike Taylor and Adam Roseman talk to guest Abre’ Conner, Director of the Center for Environmental and Climate Justice at the NAACP.
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Ep. 13 GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues - W.E.B. Du Bois: Agent of Change – His Relevance Today, Part 2
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
In this two-part episode of GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues, a panel discusses W. E. B. Du Bois, an American civil rights activist, sociologist, historian, Pan-Africanist, author, and editor, and a founder of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Hosted by his great grandson Arthur McFarlane II. The discussion focuses on why W. E. B. Du Bois is such an important historical figure, his influences along the way, and how his work continues to impact us to this day.
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Ep 12: W.E.B. Du Bois: Agent of Change – His Relevance Today, Part 1
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
In this two-part episode of GTDRIVES, a panel discusses W. E. B. Du Bois, an American civil rights activist, sociologist, historian, Pan-Africanist, author, and editor, and a founder of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Hosted by his great grandson Arthur McFarlane II. The discussion focuses on why W. E. B. Du Bois is such an important historical figure, his influences along the way, and how his work continues to impact us to this day.
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Ep 11: The Rise of Anti-Asian Sentiment and How to Impact Change – Part Two
GTDRIVES: Dynamic Dialogues
In this two-part episode in recognition and celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-NY 6th District) and A.B. Cruz, III, President of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) address the rise of anti-Asian sentiments and how to impact change. NOTE: This podcast episode is a repurposed Courageous Conversation webinar from May 27, 2021.
info_outlineThis episode continues Greenberg Traurig’s Courageous Conversations series, where members of the firm and others share parts of their journeys. Greenberg Traurig Shareholder Karen Kennard shares her personal connection to criminal justice reform. She and her family have been involved with the Innocence Project of Texas for more than a decade. Kennard’s oldest brother, Tim Cole, was wrongfully convicted of rape more than two decades ago and died in prison in 1999, at the age of 39. In 2009, DNA testing proved his innocence, and he was the first person in Texas to receive a posthumous exoneration and posthumous pardon. In addition, the Texas exoneration compensation system and the Texas Innocence Commission are named in his honor.