Civil Discourse: Becoming a Better Conversation Partner, Part 1: What is the Role of Business to Reduce Polarization in Our Society?

Episode Topic: What is the Role of Business to Reduce Polarization in Our Society?

Over the past decade, two trends have collided: Polarization in our society has steadily increased in its breadth and severity, and business leaders have been asked to take a more active role in society’s issues. Is that part of the problem, or can business be a force for good to combat polarization and help us find common ground? This expert panel will explore that question and lead a robust conversation with all meeting attendees.

Featured Speakers: 

• Amanda G. McKendree, Associate Teaching Professor of Management and Arthur F. and Mary J. O’Neil Director of The Eugene D. Fanning Center for Business Communication, Department of Management & Organization, University of Notre Dame
• Bob Feldman, Founder, The Dialogue Project
• Kristin Hansen, Co-Founder, the Civic Health Project
• Stacy Sharpe, Senior Vice President of Corporate Relations, Allstate

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This podcast is a part of the Communicating with Impact ThinkND Series titled “Civil Discourse: Becoming a Better Conversation Partner”.

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