Joelle is the Co-Founder and CEO of Paradigm. Previously a civil rights lawyer, she represented clients in discrimination and harassment litigation and advocated for policies to ensure equal pay and workplace protections for women. Through her legal work, she witnessed firsthand the consequences of companies failing to build inclusive workplaces where everyone could thrive. This experience inspired her to drive systemic change by addressing the root causes of workplace inequity in her role at Paradigm.

Joelle is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing it to be the defining civil rights issue of our time. She emphasizes that the decisions we make today will shape the future of our society. Her insights on diversity, inclusion, and unconscious bias have been widely published, with her work featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, The Harvard Business Review, Fortune, and on the cover of The Atlantic.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Joelle was a competitive swimmer throughout her childhood and high school years, until an injury later altered her path.

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Produced by: Madhu Nair (madhu@diverseek.com)
Edited by: Cansin Dalak
Researched by: Jolene Mei
Music Composed by: Niklas Lang
Production Team: Keisha Williams, Prashant Balbar, and Maria Querina.

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Kamana joined Cable One/Sparklight in 2021 as the company’s first full-time Manager of DE&I. Under her leadership, Cable ONE was recognized as one of “America’s Greatest Places to Work for Women 2023” by both Newsweek and Women in Cable & Telecommunications.

She holds an Advanced Diversity Professional Certification from Cornell University and serves as a proactive Board member for Women in Cable & Telecommunications (WICT) – Southwest Chapter. Passionate about gender equity and empowerment, Kamana contributes valuable insights and expertise to advance the professional development and representation of women in the industry.

With over 14 years of experience, she is a results-driven professional dedicated to driving transformative change and fostering inclusive cultures.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Kamana enjoys family life with her husband and daughter and embraces adventure. In the summer of 2023, she embarked on a full-circle journey around the world, an experience that deepened her global perspective and further fueled her passion for DE&I.

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Hosted by: Jolene Mei (jolene@diverseek.com)
Produced by: Madhu Nair (madhu@diverseek.com)
Edited by: Cansin Dalak
Researched by: Jolene Mei
Music Composed by: Niklas Lang
Production Team: Keisha Williams, Prashant Balbar, and Maria Querina.

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Franchesca Carrington is the Head of DEI, Philanthropy & Community Partnerships at SharkNinja. She is passionate about creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels a sense of belonging. In her role, Franchesca leads the global DEI strategy, drives the Employee Resource Group (ERG) strategy, and aligns ERG objectives with philanthropic initiatives to enhance employee engagement and promote global community impact. A steadfast advocate for social equity, she is committed to challenging the status quo, raising awareness, breaking down barriers, and amplifying the voices of those who may otherwise hesitate to speak up. Outside of her professional work, Franchesca is a dedicated fitness enthusiast and Peloton lover. With over 15 years in the space, she embraces the challenges of each workout, always finding it to be rewarding.

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DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that all statements made by the guest during the podcast are entirely their own and do not reflect the views or opinions of their employer.

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CREDITS
Hosted by: Jolene Mei (jolene@diverseek.com)
Produced by: Madhu Nair (madhu@diverseek.com)
Edited by: Cansin Dalak
Researched by: Jolene Mei
Music Composed by: Niklas Lang
Production Team: Keisha Williams, Prashant Balbar, and Maria Querina.

SPONSORED BY
Sama WDS
Sama Consulting Inc.