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Wharton CEO & TIAA Institute Roundtable 2023 Recap 

Wharton CEO and the TIAA Institute hosted the Health Care and Financial Wellness for All Roundtable. The symposium convened a small group of experts to address health and finance inequities, their determinants, and practical solutions. Watch the recap or read the top four recommendations for advancing equity here. 

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Wharton CEO Global Speaker Series Launch

Wharton CEO launched our Speaker Series in partnership with Afrika Tikkun to host a panel discussion “Empowering Youth through Innovation and Entrepreneurship: A Sustainable Future for South Africa.” Moderator Dr. Fareeda Griffith guided the conversation through a series of questions, focusing on economics, education, population growth in South Africa, and healthcare in Rwanda. The panelists discussed the inequities in economic and political power resulting from the legacies of injustices like apartheid and colonialism across the African continent. Read our top three insights.

How the SUMR Program is Shaping Future Health Leaders

A quarter-century strong, the Summer Undergraduate Mentored Research Program (SUMR) is where tomorrow’s health services leaders are born. What began as a small cohort of ambitious students has grown into a robust and impactful program that has created space for over 350 scholars from around the world and guide their journeys in advancing health equity.

Are Minority Employees Faring Better at Work?

A new study co-authored by Wharton’s McKenzie Preston, “Is Justice Colorblind: A Review of Workplace Racioethnic Differences Through the Lens of Organizational Justice,” is the first comprehensive look at the topic in nearly two decades, with a specific focus on organizational justice. He and his co-authors combed through the literature and determine that not much has changed. There’s been little meaningful progress in reducing the negative effect that bias and discrimination has on minority employees, from hiring to compensation to promotion.

ESPN’s Bill Rhoden on Race and Sports

The 2024 Race and Sports event featured ESPN’s Bill Rhoden in conversation with Wharton Prof. Kenneth Shropshire. They discussed the intersection of race and sports, including athlete activism, racial bias in sports media, and the ongoing challenges faced by athletes of color.

Are Health Care Organizations Contributing to the Racial Wealth Gap?

Research by Penn faculty and Wharton doctoral candidate Sasmira Matta examines the impact of Medicaid expansion on income inequality within U.S. health care systems, revealing disparities between higher- and lower-paid workers.

Penn Today Spotlights ‘Opportunity Matters’ Podcast Series

In Penn Today, get an inside look at the ‘‘Opportunity Matters,’ series, where takeaways from each episode reveal how DEI efforts in health care, finance, sports, and entertainment intersect with the racial wealth gap.

Our Top 5 Takeaways from the National Black MBA Association Conference

Wharton CEO joined Black professionals, MBA candidates, and business leaders at the National Black MBA Association’s 45th Annual Conference to explore challenges, DEI initiatives, and insights on wealth building, board diversity, and more.

How Wharton CEO and the Office of DEI Are Making an Impact Beyond Campus

Wharton CEO is teaming up with diverse partners to drive meaningful impact within the Wharton community, Philadelphia, and beyond. Learn about initiatives we’re working on to support justice-impacted communities and advance health and financial equity.

Podcasts

Tune into episodes featuring Wharton experts, industry leaders and diverse voices in business.

The State of Financial Wellness for Hispanic Americans

Join Fareeda Griffith, Managing Director of Wharton CEO, Wharton professor David Musto, and Surya Kolluri, head of the TIAA Institute, as they dive into the state of financial wellness among Hispanic Americans, drawing insights from the TIAA Institute’s recent report.

The discussion highlights key findings and solutions to address savings and retirement gaps. They also look at Finiverse—a platform helping students navigate the costs of higher education.

Watch the video and access the full transcript (English & Spanish) here.

Opportunity Matters

In partnership with SiriusXM, this podcast series dives into inequities across healthcare, finance, sports, and entertainment. Join professor emeritus Ken Shropshire and leading experts as they unpack disparities in health, education, and wealth—and share solutions to bridge these gaps. Watch or listen now!

How Can Your Financial Wellbeing Shape Your Health Outcomes?

Wharton academics and industry leaders weigh in on the intersection of health equity and financial wellbeing. (25 min)
 
Guests: Wharton Professor Guy David, Dr. Fareeda Griffith, Managing Director of Wharton CEO, and Surya Kolluri, Head of TIAA Institute

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What Can We Do to Narrow the Wealth Gap?

How empowering communities with education, opportunities, and a vision for wealth-building can pave the way to closing the wealth gap. (25 min)

Guests: Wharton Professor Keith Weigelt and David R. Jones, President & CEO, CastleOak Securities L.P.

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How Does Prioritizing Diversity Reshape the Business and Culture of Sports?

Sports executives share strategies for leaders to drive more inclusive work environments and make informed business decisions. (23 min)

Guests: Xavier Gutierrez, President & CEO of the NHL’s Arizona Coyotes, and Jonathan Beane, NFL Senior Vice President and Chief D&I Office

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Can Diversity Initiatives Break Barriers in Entertainment?

Experts address inequities in the entertainment industry and provide tools for increasing representation and fostering inclusion. (26 min)

Guests: Nzinga “Zing” Shaw, CEO, Attack the Glass, and Jaia Thomas, Sports and Entertainment Attorney & Founder, Diverse Representation

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Diversity at Work

In honor of Juneteenth, guest host Kenneth Shropshire leads Wharton faculty in conversations on equity, opportunity, and representation within organizations. Explore strategies to address bias, foster psychological safety, and embrace diversity in boardrooms and beyond. Watch or listen now!

How Diversity in Leadership Improves Boards

Professor Stephanie Creary talks about how corporate boards can better represent the people they serve. (24 min)

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How Managing Diversity Elevates Brands

Professor Americus Reed explains how brands can fully commit to DEI from the inside out. (23 min)

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Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace

Professor Ingrid Nembhard examines why minority employees can be afraid of speaking up at work. (23 min)

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Bring Your Whole Self to Work

Professor Rachel Arnett explains how the simple act of sharing cultural experiences at work can boost inclusivity. (19 min)

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