189. Kenny Braxton, Director Talent Acquisition and D&I on Life in the Leadership Lane – Taking Action!
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Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Kenny Braxton, Director of Inclusion, Diversity, and Talent Acquisition, HF Sinclair and 2024 DallasHR DEI Leader of the Year.
- How did Kenny get started in his career? What led him to the world of Talent and Leadership?
- What does Kenny share about “Step Up and Stand Out”?
- What does Kenny share about being named DEI Leader of the Year?
- What does Kenny share about mentors that have inspired his journey?
- When did Kenny “find his lane” in his career?
- What does Kenny share about Leadership?
- What does Kenny share about diversity in the workplace?
- What advice does Kenny share about managing your brand?
- …and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with a few more questions.
Interview resources:
Favorite quote(s) from Kenny:
“I believe in listening to the people that have been down your road or where you are trying to go.”
“Know who you are. Your gift will make room for you.”
Connect with Kenny on LinkedIn
Visit HF Sinclair
Learn more about DallasHR
Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller
Check out Bruce’s books
- Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success to Significance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)
- Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace
- Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books)
- Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.
Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire”
Connect with Bruce on LinkedIn
Connect with Bruce on Twitter
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Connect with Bruce on Facebook
Get relocation support for your next household goods or commercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at [email protected] or visit The Armstrong Company
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