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Praise for Employee Resource Group Excellence
“No one has done more research on ERGs than Robert. He has the deep data, the rich stories, and the proven strategies that gives him unmatched insights into what it takes for ERGs to have transformative impact.”
—Andrés Tapia, Korn Ferry Global DE&I Strategist and co‐author, “The 5 Disciplines of Inclusive Leadership.”
“Dr. Robert Rodriguez has written a must‐read primer for anyone considering an ERG leadership role. Extraordinary insights and guidance! Read this book – and learn from the best in the business.”
—Mariana Fagnilli, Vice President, Global Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Liberty Mutual Insurance
“You cannot solve what you are not willing to see.”
—Tyronne Stoudemire, Global VP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Co‐Chair, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Counsel, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
“Dr. Rodriguez is one of the most established and knowledgeable resources on the strategic imperative of ERGs, quantifying their value and guiding the world's top companies in their journeys towards workplace belonging for all. This book is a must‐have resource!”
—Jennifer Brown, Founder and CEO, Jennifer Brown Consulting; Author, “How to Be an Inclusive Leader: Your Role in Creating Cultures of Belonging Where Everyone Can Thrive.”
“A crucial guide to having successful and impactful ERGs, while at the same time, creating an inclusive culture. This book provides strategic steps, metrics, and insights to elevating the performance of employee resource groups.”
—Jorge De La Jara, Senior Director, Pro Customer Engagement and Generation T. Lowe's Companies, Inc.
“I have known Robert Rodriguez for close to two decades. In that time I have seen him become the premier expert on how to elevate ERG performance in corporate America.”
—Isaias Zamarripa, Global Diversity and Inclusion, Bristol Myers Squibb
“I have seen the power that ERGs have to meaningfully energize people, strengthen connections, and promote transformation. Dr. Rodriguez knows better than anyone in business how to curate, organize and resource these individual organizational assets. This book is both a must‐have and a gift to anyone trying to achieve ERG excellence.”
—Shannon Trilli Kempner, Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Diversity & Inclusion, Catalent Pharma Solutions
“ERGs are one of the first elements of a diversity & inclusion strategy most organizations kick‐off on their journey towards greater equity. Robert's knowledge, research, and actionable recommendations ensures that ERGs are set up for success and benefit both the employees and also the organization. Don't try to launch ERGs without the expertise and guidance provided by Dr. Rodriguez in this book.”
—Bo Young Lee, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Uber Technologies, Inc.
“Dr. Robert Rodriguez has been a trusted advisor, and major asset, to us in the area of ERGs by providing Facebook with critical guidance, strategic insights and creative solutions. His deep expertise and credibility are why he is such a sought‐after diversity leader and influencer.”
—Barbara Furlow‐Smiles, Global Diversity & Inclusion Engagement Leader, Facebook, Inc.
“Robert has been a steadfast advisor to State Street's Employee Networks for many years. We owe a lot of our growth to adopting his 4C approach and strategy. This book is a must‐read for those ERG leaders and diversity practitioners looking to turbocharge their networks.”
—Paul Francisco, Chief Diversity Officer, State Street Corporation
“Dr. Rodriguez's 4C ERG strategic framework is a best‐in‐class
