The text message that changed my understanding of DEI | Deborah Biddle | TEDxU O Pacific
Deborah Biddle, a respected diversity and inclusion professional with over 30 years of experience across corporate, non-profit, and small business sectors. Through candid reflection, Deborah will share her transformative journey toward authentic inclusion, urging us to reconstruct systems that genuinely celebrate every individual. Deborah Biddle is a highly respected diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) consultant, coach, speaker, and trainer with over 30 years of experience across corporate, non-profit, and small business sectors. As the founder of The People Company Consulting Group, Deborah helps organizations build inclusive cultures, rethink strategies, and make impactful decisions. Known for her calm, thoughtful approach and passion for belonging, she has transformed how organizations and individuals approach DEI. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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