#126 - Brandon Thompson, VP of Diversity and Inclusion at NASCAR

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Welcome back to another episode of the #squarepizzapod. This week, Greg is in conversation with Brandon Thompson, VP of Diversity and Inclusion at NASCAR .

In this episode: 

Leadership Journey:

• Guest's path to NASCAR and how their career has evolved over time.
• Current role as Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion.

NASCAR’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

• Overview of NASCAR’s DEI efforts starting with the Drive for Diversity program in 2001.
• Key initiatives: NASCAR Next Internship, Drive for Diversity, and Supplier Diversity.
• Data, impact, and success stories behind these programs.

Current DEI Landscape:

• Discussion on the current environment for diversity, equity, and inclusion in NASCAR.
• Ongoing efforts and NASCAR’s commitment to fostering an inclusive culture.

Advice for Leaders and Businesses:

• Insights on how other leaders and organizations can drive DEI in their own spaces.

Leadership Principles:

• The philosophy and principles that guide the guest’s leadership approach.

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