--- title: UpliftED Conversations | A DEI Podcast | Deanna Singh (5) description: Deanna Singh is a business consultant, speaker, and podcaster who is internationally recognized for her work in leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Deanna helps her clients create more equitable and inclusive work environments and engage more authentically within their internal and external communities. A gifted communicator, she is a champion for marginalized communities through her work. Her podcast, Uplifting Impact with a focus on looking at the intersection of Leadership and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, focuses on solutions and is directed at people who want to break the status quo. Singh earned her Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Fordham University, a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University, a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and certification in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University. (5) --- # Podcast ## Fostering dynamic conversations around the intersection of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Leadership. Directing our conversations are Uplifting Impact’s Chief Change Agent, Deanna Singh, and Chief Information Officer, Justin Ponder. Our hosts are highly respected thought leaders, educators, and consultants specializing in DEI and are known for their ability to teach difficult lessons with tact and kindness that inspire change and innovation within organizations. [ Listen On Youtube! ](https://www.youtube.com/@upliftingimpact794) ![img@2x-Apr-18-2023-04-20-03-4078-PM](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/hubfs/img@2x-Apr-18-2023-04-20-03-4078-PM.png "img@2x-Apr-18-2023-04-20-03-4078-PM") Posts by: ## Deanna Singh [Follow me on my website ](https://www.deannasingh.com/) [Follow me on Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/deanna.singh.10) [Follow me on LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannasingh/) [Follow me on Twitter ](https://twitter.com/Deannasingh1) Deanna Singh is a business consultant, speaker, and podcaster who is internationally recognized for her work in leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Deanna helps her clients create more equitable and inclusive work environments and engage more authentically within their internal and external communities. A gifted communicator, she is a champion for marginalized communities through her work. Her podcast, Uplifting Impact with a focus on looking at the intersection of Leadership and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, focuses on solutions and is directed at people who want to break the status quo. Singh earned her Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Fordham University, a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University, a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and certification in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University. ### [Innovation through Inclusion: Trends in DEI with Justin Ponder](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/justin-ponder-innovation-through-inclusion-trends-in-the-dei-space) Jul 22, 2021 12:00:00 AM Welcome to season 2 of our Uplifting Impact! We have some exciting changes heading your way this season, and one of those is that we have added Justin Ponder as our co-host. Justin is the Chief Information Officer of Uplifting Impact, as well as an educator in the area of ethnic studies. In this episode, we talk about some of the updates and changes we’re making to the podcast, we introduce Justin and the work he has done, and he talks about some of the trends he is seeing in the diversity, equity, and inclusion space. ### [The Power of Diversity and Active Listening in the Workplace](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/diversity-and-listening-the-new-standard-for-an-inclusive-workspace) May 6, 2021 12:00:00 AM Lori Costew is the Chief Diversity Officer and Director of People Strategy at Ford Motor Company. In her role, she oversees corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion and all of the efforts within the company to cultivate a sense of belonging and to advance the company’s mission and business objectives, and ensures that Ford strategy supports all of the corporate goals and the transformation efforts within the organization. In our conversation, we talk about the importance of DEI for such a large enterprise and some of the strategies Lori has used, particularly in the area of leadership and listening. To connect with Lori and learn more, you can find her on LinkedIn. ### [Supporting Workplace Mental Health for a Diverse Workforce](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/workplace-mental-health-how-to-support-every-group) Apr 22, 2021 12:00:00 AM Leyla Okhai is the founder and director of Diverse Minds UK LTD, which aims to create a positively productive workplace for all through training, coaching and consultancy, by focusing on wellbeing and mental health. Leyla is also the host of the Diverse Minds podcast, a weekly show about race equality, mental health, and inclusion for a modern world. In our conversation, we discuss the eurocentric approach to mental health, particularly in the workplace. And we also talk about some of the shifts she is seeing and that she recommends to employers in order to recognize the needs of a diverse workforce. ### [The Power of Intentional Onboarding for Inclusive Organizations](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/onboarding-as-an-intentional-practice-of-inclusivity) Feb 4, 2021 12:00:00 AM I am so delighted to share with you the recent conversation I had with Michelle Bess, the Vice President of Talent and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at OppLoans. In her role, she focuses on creating systems and processes to ensure an equitable company where individuals from all backgrounds are seen, validated, and where they’re able to succeed. In this episode, we talk about the work that OppLoans is doing, what it looks like doing DEI within a company with a very small team, and some often overlooked areas of inclusion within organizations. ### [Bridge the Gap and Change Together: Insights from Grady Crosby](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/lets-link-arms-to-bridge-the-gap-and-transform-ourselves) Dec 17, 2020 12:00:00 AM Grady Crosby is a dynamic senior-level executive leader and corporate officer for Johnson Controls, which was honored to be called one of the world’s most ethical companies under his leadership from 2014-2020, and was ranked 18th on the 2020 list of the 100 best corporate citizens by CR Magazine. In his role he is responsible for driving Johnson Controls’ global strategies regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, sustainability, government relations, and its philanthropic endeavors to maintain the company’s commitment to improvement. In our conversation, we focus on how companies can engage with their communities, and how to create pipelines when there may be a gap within the areas of talent and diversity. As with Grady, we truly believe that this work only gets done through our collective power, and the more we can link arms and walk together to create these spaces, the more inclusive we can become, and the better we are as a country and as a people. [![Apple Podcasts](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/hubfs/icon@2x.png) APPLE PODCAST ](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uplifting-impact/id1510963443) [![Spotify](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/hubfs/spotify@2x.png) SPOTIFY ](https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZowSaPE9cFTlOxCW6eFrH)[![YouTube Podcasts](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/hubfs/Podcasts/Podcast%20Page%20Assets/youtube-podcast-icon-b%26w-small.png) YOUTUBE ](https://www.youtube.com/@upliftingimpact794/podcasts) > Jul 22 2021 [Innovation through Inclusion: Trends in DEI with Justin Ponder](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/justin-ponder-innovation-through-inclusion-trends-in-the-dei-space) [►](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/justin-ponder-innovation-through-inclusion-trends-in-the-dei-space) by Deanna Singh Welcome to season 2 of our Uplifting Impact! We have some exciting changes heading your way this season, and one of those is that we have added Justin Ponder as our co-host. Justin is the Chief Information Officer of Uplifting Impact, as well as an... - Jul 22 2021 [►](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/justin-ponder-innovation-through-inclusion-trends-in-the-dei-space) [Innovation through Inclusion: Trends in DEI with Justin Ponder](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/justin-ponder-innovation-through-inclusion-trends-in-the-dei-space) by Deanna Singh Welcome to season 2 of our Uplifting Impact! We have some exciting changes heading your way this season, and one of those is that we have added Justin Ponder as our co-host. Justin is the Chief Information Officer of Uplifting Impact, as well as an... - May 06 2021 [►](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/diversity-and-listening-the-new-standard-for-an-inclusive-workspace) [The Power of Diversity and Active Listening in the Workplace](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/diversity-and-listening-the-new-standard-for-an-inclusive-workspace) by Deanna Singh Lori Costew is the Chief Diversity Officer and Director of People Strategy at Ford Motor Company. In her role, she oversees corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion and all of the efforts within the company to cultivate a sense of belonging and to... - Apr 22 2021 [►](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/workplace-mental-health-how-to-support-every-group) [Supporting Workplace Mental Health for a Diverse Workforce](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/workplace-mental-health-how-to-support-every-group) by Deanna Singh Leyla Okhai is the founder and director of Diverse Minds UK LTD, which aims to create a positively productive workplace for all through training, coaching and consultancy, by focusing on wellbeing and mental health. Leyla is also the host of the Diverse... - Feb 04 2021 [►](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/onboarding-as-an-intentional-practice-of-inclusivity) [The Power of Intentional Onboarding for Inclusive Organizations](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/onboarding-as-an-intentional-practice-of-inclusivity) by Deanna Singh I am so delighted to share with you the recent conversation I had with Michelle Bess, the Vice President of Talent and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at OppLoans. In her role, she focuses on creating systems and processes to ensure an equitable company... - Dec 17 2020 [►](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/lets-link-arms-to-bridge-the-gap-and-transform-ourselves) [Bridge the Gap and Change Together: Insights from Grady Crosby](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/podcast/uplifting-impact/lets-link-arms-to-bridge-the-gap-and-transform-ourselves) by Deanna Singh Grady Crosby is a dynamic senior-level executive leader and corporate officer for Johnson Controls, which was honored to be called one of the world’s most ethical companies under his leadership from 2014-2020, and was ranked 18th on the 2020 list of the... ![img podcast@2x](https://www.upliftingimpact.com/hubfs/img%20podcast@2x.png "img podcast@2x") Our purpose is to provide actionalable insights and wisdom from a diverse group of leaders, executives, consultants, entrepreneurs, and DEI change-makers in the workplace. We’ve been fortunate to host industry luminaries from organizations like Hewlett Packard (HP), Ford, Kohl’s, and many others who have generously shared their expertise on DEI topics. Our ultimate achievement is when our listeners feel inspired and empowered with ideas to enhance their DEI leadership and life skills. We believe that even if we can move one person to advocate for DEI in their surroundings , it’s a triumph for the cause. ![](https://px.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=3856324&fmt=gif)