How can organizations foster true belonging beyond diversity initiatives?
On this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship™, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Don Berger, founder of a successful event planning software company and author of The Quest. Don shares his personal journey—from being adopted and moving from Israel to the U.S., to building a thriving business. He discusses how these experiences shaped his approach to workplace culture, emphasizing that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are just the beginning, and that real belonging creates lasting impact. Don also introduces his latest venture: intimate retreat centers designed to foster connection, community, and personal growth.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How to move beyond DEI to create authentic workplace belonging
Lessons from Don’s entrepreneurial journey and personal experiences
Strategies for fostering inclusive cultures in business
Insights from The Quest framework for personal and professional belonging
How retreat centers can cultivate community and connection
This episode is ideal for entrepreneurs, business leaders, HR professionals, and anyone interested in building inclusive and connected work environments.
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