In the latest episode of the Equity in Business podcast series, Raul, an immigrant from Cuba didn’t speak English when he came to America but ascended to a leadership role at Merck— as the Director of Global Economic Inclusion and Supplier Diversity. Because of and in spite of his challenges as an immigrant, Raul is driven to assist Minority Business Enterprises to become successful by being persistent, professional, and resilient. Don’t miss this dynamic leaders’ “call to action” on this episode of the NMSDC Equity in Business podcast.
Guest
Raul
Suarez-Rodriguez, director of global economic inclusion and supplier diversity,
Merck
Host and
Production Specialist
John G. Daniel is a believer, advocate for underserved
communities, and published writer, with vast transformative leadership
experience in the energy sector, economic development, hurricane recovery, and
youth/community education and empowerment. Itoro Umontuen is the Editor of this
project and is an award-winning photographer, reporter, and mixed-media
journalist.
About the
Equity in Business Podcast
The United States is facing a racial wealth gap that has
existed for over 330 years. But at the same time, businesses run by
systematically excluded communities of color (Asian-Indian, Asian-Pacific,
Black, Hispanic, and Native American) still contribute over $400 billion to the
U.S. economy, even though these communities face barriers to information,
capital, and contracts. Hosted by the NMSDC, this podcast channel explores how
growing minority business enterprises (MBEs) is central to not only addressing the
racial wealth gap but also creating a stronger, more resilient society for all.
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