Adrianne C. Smith isn’t simply leading the conversation on diversity—she’s reshaping the framework. As Senior Vice President and Chief Inclusion and Impact Officer at FleishmanHillard, and founder of the Cannes Can: Diversity Collective (CC:DC), Smith has transformed words like “equity” and “access” from corporate jargon into cultural imperatives. With more than two decades of experience,…
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DEI at an Inflection Point: Why Corporations Must Choose Courage Over Conformity (Op-Ed)
~ Story contributed by Francesca Weems, Multicultural, DE&I and Exec Comms Leader, Media Strategist (Former Journo), Motivational Speaker The news cycle has been relentless: companies rolling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, executive orders targeting these efforts, and growing resistance to equity-focused work. As these challenges mount, one thing becomes clear: DEI isn’t just…
Black Women Need To Be In Switzerland during ‘The World Economic Forum’
The World Economic Forum (WEF), held each year in Davos, Switzerland, from January 20–25, brings together leaders from business, government, and society to tackle global challenges. Once dominated by elites, WEF is now opening up to diverse voices. For Black women, it’s more than just being included—it’s about transforming the conversation to ensure true equity…
Adrianne C. Smith’s Bold Vision is Revolutionizing DEI in Global Spaces including the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland
Press Play above to watch the interview in its entirety. Adrianne C. Smith is redefining what it means to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on a global stage. As the founder of the Can: Diversity Collective (C:DC) and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at FleishmanHillard, Smith is on a mission to transform global spaces…