June/July Newsletter 2022

Dear friends and colleagues:

Positive connection is important as we care for ourselves and each other. Let's make time to connect, check in with employees, and encourage healthy conversations.

In this issue:

Pride Month 2022

Juneteenth (June 19th, 2022)

A Maven's World Event: "Your Time is Now - Achieve Success through Networking" Speaker: Juliette Mayers (June 29th)

Video of "Mental Health in the Workplace Fireside Chat" with guest, Michael Curry

"Entering the Inspiration Zone" podcast, Episode 6 with guest David Meerman Scott - "The New Rules of Marketing & PR"

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Yours Inclusively,

Juliette Mayers

Pronouns: (She/her/hers)

CEO Inspiration Zone LLC | DEI Consultant | Author | Speaker

Fellow at Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

Pride Month 2022

June 2022

June is pride month! This month reflects on the United States's progress in the fight for justice, inclusion, and equality. Throughout the month of June, LGBTQ+ communities nationwide celebrate to commemorate the ongoing pursuit of equal justice. We celebrate in June because the event that catalyzed the gay rights movement occurred on June 28, 1969, at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. Celebrate this June by attending an event hosted by the SBA or

the Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce.

The Small Business Association is highlighting several online Pride Month Events throughout June. Visit the U.S. Small. Business Administration site for more information.

SBA Event Info

The Massachusetts LGBT Chamber

of Commerce is hosting a Pride 2022 LGBTQ+ Job Fair

Time: Thur. June 16th, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Location: Boston Public Library, Copley Square

Sources: SBA, White House, CNN, Britannica

Juneteenth 2022

Featured Article

Juneteenth marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. The troops’ arrival came a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end of slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday. On June 17, 2021, it officially became a federal holiday.

Here are a few events you can attend to celebrate the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of ending slavery in the United States.

The National Museum of African American History & Culture is hosting a free online event.

One Year Later: Juneteenth for All Americans

Time: Wed. June 15th, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location: Online

The Museum of African American History is hosting a free event.

Juneteenth Gathering: Poetry, Music, and Film

Time: Sun. June 19th, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Location

: 105 Brattle St., Cambridge MA

Learn More

The National Museum of African American History & Culture is hosting a Juneteenth Community Day

Time: Mon, June 20th, 11:00 am

Location: Concourse, Oprah Winfrey Theater + Streaming

Sources: History.com, The National Museum of African American History , The Museum of African American History

A Maven's World

The Future of Women of Color Virtual Series

A Maven's World Event:

The Future of Women of Color Virtual Series

Your Time is Now: Achieve Success Through Networking

Women of Color and allies, mark your calendars and register for "Achieving Success Through Networking" on June 29th from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. As a successful entrepreneur, author, DEI strategist, and host of the "Entering the Inspiration Zone Podcast," I am living the American Dream, and I'm passionate about helping others achieve their dreams. Drawing on my personal experience and 30+ years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience, I will join "A Maven's World" to address the challenges and opportunities for women of color through my success framework "Dream. Plan. Create. Achieve."

All are welcome. Register now.

Mental Health in the Workplace Fireside Chat

Watch Now!

In case you missed it, watch Mental Health in the Workplace Fireside Chat. Michael Curry and Juliette Mayers discuss how companies can foster a culture that supports mental health, especially for historically underrepresented groups — including LGBTQ+, Black, and Latinx people.

Inspiration Zone thanks sponsors Mass General Brigham, TJX, AIM, and Eastern Bank.

In addition to signature forums, Inspiration Zone presents and curates talks on a range of DEI and development topics.

Entering the Inspiration Zone with Juliette Mayers

Guest: David Meerman Scott, International Best Selling Author

"Entering the Inspiration Zone" podcast is for business professionals and entrepreneurs seeking positive connections and professional development. Listen to past episodes and sign-up for updates to stay in the loop. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

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Episode 6 "The New Rules of Marketing & PR " featuring best selling author David Meerman Scott. Tune in as we discuss the David’s best-selling book and find out how you too, can leverage creative approaches such as newsjacking.

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