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Where strategy meets inspiration

A monthly virtual lunch and learn for leaders and professionals

Lunch & Learn Sessions

Join us for our monthly virtual lunch and learn series. Enjoy your lunch while learning from one of our expert facilitators. Our Executive Lunch & Learn sessions are designed for individuals and those who crave sharp insights, fresh perspectives and meaningful connections. Each month, we spotlight a timely topic in leadership, innovation or organizational strategy, delivered by thought leaders and industry experts.

Leading with Cultural Awareness: Unpacking Our Invisible Briefcase of Assumptions & Power

Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Speaker: Andrea McCoy, founder of Janklin Consulting

Synopsis: Our Invisible Briefcase will assist professionals seeking to better understand how cultural privilege influences how we lead and how we engage with our teams. Through guided reflection and real-world examples, participants will explore how unearned advantages appear in everyday interactions, how shared perceptions can bridge divides, and how inclusive leadership practices can create team cultures of belonging. Attendees will leave with tangible actions to recognize bias, strengthen collaboration, and contribute to equitable, socially responsible workplaces.

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