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Diversity | Leadership│ | Business
Dr. Nika White is a national authority and fearless advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equity. As an award-winning management and leadership consultant, keynote speaker, published author, and executive practitioner for D&I efforts across business, government, non-profit and education, Dr. White helps organizations break barriers and integrate diversity into their business frameworks. Over her 20 years of leadership, Dr. White has worked with over 80 corporate, educational, government and non-profit brands, managed over $200 million in business assets for her clients, and written two books on diversity, equity, and inclusion. She has presented over 125 keynote speeches and presentations across the country on issues such as team engagement, organizational leadership, strategic diversity, and intentional inclusion. Dr. White’s talks bring a mixture of expertise, passion, vision, and authentic style to create holistic takeaways for audiences.
Dr. White believes in belongingness – giving voice
to those who may not have had a voice before.
The heart of Dr. White’s work is around being able to create transformative environments with intentionality around inclusion. She helps create professional spaces where people can collaborate through a lens of compassion, empathy, and understanding. Dr. White grew up in South Carolina and spent most of her adult life in Greenville–a town historically
known for its discrimination and the last county in the United States to officially recognize MLK Day as a holiday. At a time of intense division and adversity, Nika and a group of change makers founded the MLK Dream Weekend, where Martin Luther King Jr’s daughter, Dr. Bernice King was the keynote speaker. Over the years, Nika became Head of Diversity and Inclusion at the Greenville Chamber, transforming the city and creating a model that chambers across the nation would follow and call upon to implement best D&I practices. Colleagues and clients often call Nika the “inequity disruptor”–– and she’s known for treating D&I not as just a job responsibility, but a vital leadership function.
Dr. White has been featured in Greenville Business Magazine, Upstate Business Journal, DiversityWorks, Greenville News, Diversity Professional, The Network Journal, Diversity MBA, and more. Nika earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising and PR from the University of South Carolina’s School of Journalism, a Masters of Education with a focus on Adult Learning and Corporate Training, and her Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership. She has also served as adjunct faculty for University of South Carolina Upstate and Webster University. Dr. White lives in Greenviille, SC with her husband of 21 years, Carlo, who is a serial entrepreneur, business partner, and co-founder of the Nika and Carlo Foundation. Outside of work, Nika loves to travel the world, spend time with her husband and children, and participate in community volunteerism.
Dr. Nika White’s Biography
Learn more at nikawhite.com.
CORPORATE CLIENTS
GOVERNMENT/NON-PROFIT CLIENTS
EDUCATIONAL CLIENTS
SPEAKING PORTFOLIO
A frequent public speaker, Dr. White has
provided featured keynote addresses, panel
commentary and training sessions for a variety
of corporate, government, nonprofit, industry
associations and educational institutions.
Dr. White’s expertise positions her to cover a
myriad of topics including diversity, equity,
inclusion, leadership, and organizational
effectiveness. She approaches each
opportunity individually and her speaking
style is governed by the significance of getting
to the crux of the matter to drive change.
TOPICS & EXPERTISE
• Management & Organizational Leadership
• Women’s Leadership & Empowerment
• Multicultural Leadership & Empowerment
• Diversity and Inclusion Management, Consulting and Advocacy
• Business Development & Acceleration
• Economic Inclusion/Supplier Diversity
• Leadership Training
• Strategic Planning
• Professional Facilitation
• Customized Training
Available for purchase at NikaWhite.com, amazon.com or at one of Dr. White’s
speaking engagements.
Dr. Nika White is the author of “The Intentional Inclusionist©” and “Next-Level Inclusionist: Transforming Your Work and Yourself for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Success”, which both share principles for becoming an inclusion-minded leader. These books – inspired by philosophies of leadership, and inclusion – contain principles to help individuals become more intentional in how diversity and inclusion is understood and practiced. No matter what your role — an executive, a manager, a business owner, or someone interested in seeing our world become better — you have the power to drive change and impact your sphere of influence.
Books by Dr. Nika White
Interactive Virtual Diversity and Inclusion Training
Bringing in an outsider to facilitate live training may not always be feasible in terms of geography limitations and varying schedules, but nonetheless the training is necessary and a tremendous added value. Diversity and inclusion leadership is paramount for organizational effectiveness. For these reasons, we are pleased to offer an interactive virtual training platform where individuals can train directly with Dr. White. This vital video-based training prepares an individual or your entire team,to overcome challenges and support organizational goals through strategic diversity and intentional inclusion.
Course DescriptionViewing diversity and inclusion as a leadership function is vital for well-functioning organizations. Years of experience have taught us that a diverse, inclusive workplace doesn’t just happen. Yet, as we look to the future, we recognize that huge demographic shifts are happening that impact society, requiring strategic diversity and intentional inclusion be practiced at every level to optimize talent and organizational performance. Learning how to become effective allies and strengthen team engagement requires operating as Intentional Inclusionists®.
In this training, Dr. Nika White shares principles for becoming an inclusion-minded leader. Throughout the six modules, participants are led to understand the essentials of intentional inclusion leadership that are paramount to successful organizations and thriving communities. At the conclusion, leaders will understand the power of diversity and inclusion to elevate organizational performance and create inclusive work environment where all are respected, valued and given every opportunity to be successful.
Specific learning objectives include:• Introduce frameworks to help understand
value, and appreciate human differences
• Encourage a more intentional leadership approach to understanding and practicing diversity and inclusion
• Recognize implicit associations that lead to discrimination, inequity and exclusion
• Learn the personal impact of exclusion
• Learn how to become better allies of those different from us
Virtual Training Testimonials:
“As a Regional HR Business Partner for a national company that believes in continuous improvement, I often evaluate virtual training platforms, facilitators and content to bring interactive learning and development opportunities to colleagues. I highly recommend the virtual training platform offered by Dr. Nika White as a way to further leaders’ understanding of and commitment to diversity and inclusion. The content and delivery is effective in providing skills training for how to operationalize D&I into the culture of the organization.”
Lawanna DendyRegional Human Resources Business Partner, South and West, US LBM Holdings, LLC
“Many companies are looking for opportunities to share the importance of diversity, inclusion and the business case. Smaller organizations may have constraints and larger organizations may have limited access to resources that are scalable across multiple locations. Dr. Nika’s content is bold and guides users through self-awareness to actionable impact on the journey to becoming an Intentional Inclusionist®.”
Nicole Andrews, MBA, MHRDManager, HR Programs, Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Elevate your personal and organizational performance
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Click on the video above or simply visit NikaWhite.com for an
in-depth synopsis of Dr. White’s Interactive Virtual Training and
an option for a free trial.
Video Resources and Training www.NikaWhite.com
Nika White Consulting Overview Dixon Hughes Goodman Training Creating Your Personal Strategic Plan
The Wild Card - Nika White DisruptHR - Inclusive Leadership
Network Journal’s 40 Under Forty SCPRSA: Engaging Diversity & Inclusion SCPRSA: Engaging Diversity & Inclusion 2.0
2018 Diversity Presentation
• D&I Strategy Development• Supplier Diversity/Economic Inclusion• Strategic Diversity & Intentional Inclusion• Intercultural Training, Cultural Competency
& Global Fluency• Customized Strategic D&I Events and Initiatives• Launching a D&I Initiative• Establishing Diverse Community Impact• Diversity Educational Programs• Setting D&I Metrics & Tracking • Launching Employee/Business Resource
Groups/Affinity Groups• Organizational Structures and Processes that Promote
Inclusive Environments• Organizational Management & Valuing of Human Difference
• Establishing High Performing Diversity Councils/Committees
• Diversity and Inclusion Assessments• Diversity and Inclusion Executive
Leadership Coaching• Selecting, Hiring & Developing a Diversity Officer• Talent Engagement• Women’s Leadership Conferences & Events• Multicultural Leadership Conferences & Events• Organizational Change Management• Managing Generations in the Workplace• Diverse Talent Recruitment• Role of Executives in Fostering Inclusive Environments• D&I Communications Plans• D&I Executive Commitment & Sponsorship
Training | Consulting | Coaching | Facilitation
A diversity and inclusion consulting firm with recognized authority on strategic diversity, intentional inclusion, and
organizational effectiveness.
Who Are Dr. Nika White’s Consulting Clients?
• Chambers of Commerce• Municipalities• Government Agencies• Higher Learning Institutions
• Non-profit Organizations/Associations• Corporations• Small /Mid-sized Companies
www.NikaWhite.com
Services and Capabilities
“Nika, thank you so much for speaking to our CPA’s and various professionals in our Atlanta and Greenville offices. Your presentation was engaging, thought-provoking, and also action-oriented around fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. Your in-depth knowledge and expertise in the areas of inclusion and diversity stem from your true passion for creating organizations and a world where everyone can thrive because of their differences rather than in spite of differences. Thank you for the time that you invested in delivering dynamic and impactful workshops for our teams.”
Nicole AndrewsDixon Hughes Goodman
“Dr. White is an extremely knowledgeable speaker. Her perspective on intentional inclusion is a vital lesson for professionals at every level. As well, the information she presented regarding the five critical stages that women professionals must navigate to succeed was extraordinarily informative and resonated with every audience member. She is a very compelling presenter!”
Betsy McMillan-HippGPWF Board Member
“Instructional, concise and balanced would describe the keynote presentation Dr. Nika White delivered at the Minorities In Business Heritage Awards Banquet. Our audience of minority business leaders, elected officials and corporate CEOs all benefited from her timely message of Intentional Inclusion.”
Samuel KnoxMinorities In Business
“We thoroughly enjoyed your presentation last night about Choosing Your Path. I knew it would be time well spent. You certainly caused my wheels to start turning and they are still operating at top speed. It is your passion, expertise and intentionality that is desired. Thank you again for a wonderful evening and education imparted from your heart.”
Mary Beth LampeReWa
“I really enjoyed the presentation and learned a lot that I will use in the future. It is great to hear a presenter that really knows the topic and holds your interest the whole time. That is indeed a rare quality which you possess.”
Mary Anne MedwithGreenville Health System
“It was my pleasure an honor to have you and your esteemed panel participate in the conference. Based on feedback, the session was well received and I have heard from individuals who may be following up with you. A sign of a good presentation is when it is referenced by subsequent presenters. That was certainly the case yesterday.”
Jerry KnightonClemson University
“I was one of the leaders you presented to at the Self Regional Healthcare LDI on last week. First let me say, you did a fantastic job! I was absolutely moved and inspired by the information you presented.”
Selynto AndersonSelf Regional Healthcare
“It was a pleasure meeting you on Friday and hearing you speak at our meeting. I gained some insight that I will be using to help in my quest to bring more opportunities to DBE’s. I have been using your phrase about mentors adding value to others. My mentor was sitting beside me, so I was able to thank her for adding value to me.”
Benny F. Sloan, Jr.North Carolina Department of Transportation
“Your presentation was relevant, informative and dynamic (according to many attendees). Thank you for taking time to speak to the group. Your presentation was well received by all, and matched my vision perfectly.”
Les EcholsGreater Florence Chamber of Commerce
Carlos PhillipsPresident & CEOGreenville ChamberPhone // [email protected]
Charlene P. AllenHuman Resources Business PartnerInteriseCell // [email protected]
Ricaye Harris, SHRM-SCPDiversity & Inclusion Program DirectorMilliken Human ResourcesPhone // 864.503.1894Cell // [email protected]
Client References
Testimonials www.NikaWhite.com
To read more testimonials, click here.
A Word On Value
Comparing one hour of strategic diversity or inclusion work to another is hardly an apples-to-apples affair. It
assumes that all diversity and inclusion work is the same.
In our experience, it is not.
Nika White Consulting is a value brand. No one has ever regretted buying the best. We may never be the cheapest
supplier on a cost per hour/project basis, but we pride ourselves on making sure that every hour we invest is so strategic—and so well executed—that the end result will reward our clients so much more than a handful of hours
provided by a less experienced supplier.
Every opportunity is customized and personally managed by Dr. Nika White who has invested a great amount in training, development and credentials to speak as an
authority on the topic of diversity and inclusion. Dr. White’s reputation precedes her.
www.NikaWhite.com
Contact Nika
Website www.NikaWhite.com
Phone office // (864) 516.7525 cell // (864) 631.6596
eMail [email protected]
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Address220 N. Main Street, Suite 500Greenville, SC 29601
