February 2022 Newsletter

February Newsletter 2022

Dear friends and colleagues:

Happy Black History Month!

Now more than ever, communication and engagement are needed to provide a sense of connectivity and community. In this issue, Danielle Mayers, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, curated Black History Month ideas that you can use this month and beyond. She also updated this issue with a fresh look featuring our new branding and logo.

I encourage you to take some time to explore the Black History Month ideas and links, particularly opportunities to support Black-owned businesses and cultural icons. Use the learning opportunities to engage your teams, ERGs, and most importantly, take action.

We're weeks away from the launch of my podcast, "Entering the Inspiration Zone with Juliette Mayers."

As always, thanks for contributing to the success of Inspiration Zone.

Yours Inclusively,

Juliette Mayers

Pronouns: (She/her/hers)

CEO Inspiration Zone LLC | DEI Consultant | Author | Speaker

Fellow at Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

Celebrating Black History Month

Ways you or your organization can celebrate

Dr. Carter G. Woodson is widely acknowledged as the founder of Negro History Week, the precursor to Black History Month. It's a time to acknowledge the contributions of Black people while highlighting the importance of preserving Black culture. Here are five things you can do this month in honor of Black History month:

1) Host a Lunch and Learn

Choose an article or video and facilitate a discussion with your team.

2) Attend Jubilee, Juneteenth & The Thirteenth

On February 23 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, The Museum of African American History is hosting a screening of Jubilee Juneteenth & The Thirteenth.

The screening portrays the influential, often overlooked role of Black Americans in the fight to end slavery.

Learn More

3) Learn more about Black Health and Wellness

Visit the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History website to examine the legacy of Black scholars and medical practitioners in Western medicine.

Visit The Smithsonian's Website

4) Support Black-Owned Restaurants and Businesses

Shopping from black-owned businesses is a great way to support your community and/or black entrepreneurs. If you are unsure of what black businesses are in your community, several resources can help. Click below to find a black-owned business.

Find Black-Owned Restaurants

Support Black-Owned Businesses

5) Watch Black History Documentaries and Movies

Several streaming services have movies, shows, and documentaries highlighting the black experience. Click below to discover a complete list of impactful movies and Tv shows.

Find Documentaries and Movies

Entering the Inspiration Zone

with Juliette Mayers

Entering the Inspiration Zone podcast is for business professionals and entrepreneurs seeking positivity, connection, and professional development. The series will feature dynamic guest interviews and engaging content delivered through an inclusive lens. Stay tuned.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Launching March 2022

Email Inspiration Zone

Employees Feeling Disconnected?

Inspiration Zone LLC Can Help!

During these times many people are longing for connections, ways to stay focused and to experience a sense of belonging.

Teams and Groups:

Treat your team to live virtual sessions on culturally competent workshop topics. IZL specializes in virtual keynotes, fireside chats & webinars.

Topics include:

Strategic Networking
Collaborating for Success
Personal Branding
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Unconscious Bias

Individuals and Leaders:

Your personal brand and executive presence have a tremendous impact on how others perceive you. IZL Personal Coaching Sessions will help you learn about yourself and will help you highlight your value and contribution as a leader or member of a team.