Season 1

Has Diversity now become a dirty word? Is this a topic that’s top of mind for you but you’re overwhelmed by all the conflicting messages? You’re not alone. If you have ever wanted to delve into the core of supplier diversity, challenge commonplace myths, and learn more about its pivotal role in fostering a thriving economy, you’re in the right place. Fair or not, the term ‘diversity’ has gotten a bad rap in recent years. Yet, diversity of thought, diversity of perspective, and diversity of people have always been at the forefront of innovation and creativity. It’s the common denominator across nearly every aspect of life, from entrepreneurship and corporate enterprise to politics, immigration, and workplace culture. In this new 8-part series Diversity Rewired, host Nedra Dickson integrates her own expertise while cutting through the noise and having authentic conversations about diversity in business. Each episode contains powerful information aimed at reshaping the discourse surrounding supplier diversity. In her role as Managing Director, Nedra Dickson leads Accenture’s Global Supplier Inclusion and Diversity Client offering. With strong expertise in Procurement transformation, Supplier Relationship Management and Supply Chain, she has managed over $4B in procurement operations spend. Under Nedra’s leadership, Accenture spends over $1B with diverse suppliers across multiple categories. Nedra holds several Board of Director positions within the Supplier Diversity Community. Board Chair of Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Board member of Georgia Minority Supplier Diversity Council (GMSDC) Board member for Canadian Aboriginal Supplier Development Council (CAMSC) Board member of Disability: IN Board member of National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Founding Board Member of GSDA – Global Supplier Diversity Alliance If you’ve ever wanted to get more educated on and start thinking critically about supplier diversity, then this is the show for you. Nedra Dickson and her guests will cut through the noise, push the envelope, and have real, authentic conversations in this podcast series all about walking the talk (with the right shoes, of course) when it comes to diversity in business. The truth is there’s more good that connects us than separates us.