From Inclusion to AI in Business: A Conversation with Americas EY Private leader Lee Henderson

MAS Impact: Driving Diversity in Tech & Biz

Embracing cultural differences can help you succeed internationally, and you can also turn obstacles into opportunities to allow experiences to shape your path. But how can you do it?

This episode explores the career journey of Lee Henderson, Americas EY Private Leader who has championed diversity and inclusion throughout his career. Lee shares lessons learned from both challenges and successes along the way.

Lee highlights the vital role of AI in today's leadership landscape. He emphasizes the need for leaders to acquire a foundational understanding of AI, emphasizing its transformative potential. Lee discusses the challenges presented by generative AI and advocates for diverse perspectives in technology discussions. This conversation underscores the urgency of AI education and preparation to equip leaders for the evolving tech-driven world.

Lee and Monica discuss how EY programs are helping level the playing field for women and other entrepreneurs from traditionally under-resourced communities. They also examine the business case for diversity and inclusion.

Thanks to this conversation, you will get actionable advice on finding mentors who believe in your potential and can help advance your career beyond what you can do alone. You can also learn how underrepresented groups can take advantage of new technologies.

Tune in to hear Lee Henderson's engaging story of perseverance. You will learn lessons to help you navigate your own career journey with empathy, awareness, and impact.

“Your difference, in my view, I would say, is your superpower, right? So I would just say embrace that difference because it is so important. I think that the differences that we have, and the world is catching up with this, [...] is the source of information and fresh ideas." ~ Lee Henderson

In This Episode:

- Developing resilience and strength through life challenges

- Diversity and leadership in the workplace

- Advice to become a successful leader

- How to leverage AI in business

- How can underrepresented talent take advantage of AI?

- Why is diversity important?

- Lessons on success, failure and resilience

Y mucho MAS!

Connect with Lee Henderson:

EY Website - https://www.ey.com/en_us/people/lee-henderson

Connect with Monica Hernandez:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicamhernandez

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/monicahernandezzulu

Connect with MAS Global:

Website: www.masglobalconsulting.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masglobalco

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@masglobal6827