DIVERSITAS is a podcast hosted by Michael A. Bowman, where we explore the stories of people and organizations focused on growing equitable cultures and environments which enable those of diverse backgrounds to develop and thrive.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 28

In episode 28 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Jamal Johnson, General Manager of Comcast Technology Center. They sit down to discuss the ins and outs of property management and BOMA (Building Owners Management Association) and the need to strengthen DEI efforts in the industry.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 27

In episode 27 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Kyle Darby, President of Darby Public Strategies. In this episode, they discuss common misconceptions around the profession of a lobbyist and the significance of the 2023 Philly mayoral race.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 26

In episode 26 of DIVERISTAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Brian Oglesby, Interim President of the Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council. They discuss the state of diverse business in the Philadelphia region and nationally, the importance of growing diverse businesses and the benefits of becoming a certified minority business.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 25

In episode 25 of DIVERISTAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest James Sanders, Vice President of Commercial Lending at Univest Bank. They discuss entrepreneurship and the challenges minority firms face gaining access to capital.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 24

In episode 24 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guests Shani Harvey and Traci Horne, Co-Owners of Next Level Personal Training. During their conversation they discuss the importance of eating a healthy diet, providing a safe and inclusive space for women to exercise and tips for getting healthy and fit in the New Year.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 23

In episode 23 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Shawn Gibbons, Principal and founder of CI Solutions and Home Works Well. During their conversation they discuss what they love most about entrepreneurship, the importance of ergonomic tools and how Home Works Well is helping a community of home workers.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 22

In episode 22 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Mustafa Rashed, President & CEO of Bellevue Strategies. During their conversation they discuss the evolution of one's leadership style, the importance of elected officials connecting with their communities and what to pay attention to in Philadelphia politics right now.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 21

In episode 21 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Leroy Jones, CEO, EREflow & Diligent Pharma. During their conversation they discuss important management lessons, how to create a virtual culture and key tools entrepreneurs can use to success.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 20

In this special Labor Day episode of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Chris Woods, Vice-President at District 1199C, National Union for Hospital and Health Care Employees. During their conversation they discuss the importance of the labor movement in America and why unions are important to the Black Community.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 19

In episode 19 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Greg DeShields, Executive Director, Tourism Diversity Matters. During their conversation they discuss the opportunities for diverse entrepreneurs in Tourism and Hospitality Management, the difficulties the tourism industry faced during the pandemic and the importance of being your authentic self in the industry you work in.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 18

In episode 18 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Joseph A. Dougherty, CEO Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. During their conversation they discuss business law and why it is so important and how COVID has changed the workplace.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 17

In this special Juneteenth episode of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest, Carl Singley, Counsel to the Firm, Tucker Law Group. During their conversation they discuss Carl's tenure as a law professional in Philadelphia and the current state of race relations in the across the country.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 16

In episode 16 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest, Dr. Tiffany Tucker, Founder of Peds Purpose LLC. During their conversation they discuss the goals of Peds Purpose, how it's been to be an entrepreneur in School-based telemedicine, and the best piece of advice ever received.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 15

In episode 15 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with Maurice Jones, General Manager of PAR Recycle Works. During their conversation they discuss the transition from the prison system back into society, and how many of them face stipulations regarding gainful employment despite falling under the provisions of the Civil Rights Act and how these individuals face stigmas that can hinder their job prospects and ultimately, contribute to an inequitable society.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 14

In episode 14 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Marc Womack, Head of operations at Santander Consumer USA. During their conversation they discuss the most important values of leadership, the experience of being a diverse leader in corporate America, and the advice they would give to their younger selves.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 13

In episode 13 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest, Michael Spain, Director of Design Education at AIA Philadelphia. During their conversation they discuss the perceived value of black intellectual property, the limited resources within the public education system that are available to people of color, and failure in the form of missed opportunities.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 12

In episode 12 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Shelley Smith, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Archer Law. During their conversation they discuss the challenges elected officials face in Philadelphia, how management as a skill is underrated and how to bring more opportunities to diverse people of diverse backgrounds.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 11

In episode 11 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest Ron Baldwin, Director of Supply Management and Diversity of Amerihealth. During their conversation they discuss the importance of diversity certifications in corporate companies in America, the social determinants of health, and challenges diverse small businesses face.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 10

In episode 10 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest, Jarel Daniels, Principal of JD Tax & Accountings. During their conversation they discuss the steps minority businesses can take to transition from working hard to working smart through the process of raising capital in order to meet future business goals and how passion and motivation is necessary to achieve the goals of your business.

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DIVERSITAS Episode 9

In episode 9 of DIVERSITAS, Michael Bowman sits down with guest, Dominique Ward, In-House Counsel, Lincoln Financial Group. During their conversation they discuss the prison industrial system and its effect on the education of African Americans, whether it is the responsibility of black people to resolve systemic issues of racism in society and how separate racial and gender biases can be additive for black women in majority white male workplaces.

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