Company
Date Published
July 23, 2024
Author
Lisa White
Word count
1227
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

Tasha Rosemond, the chairperson of the Black Contentfuler@s Network (BCN) ERG at Contentful, shares her journey in tech and leadership. She highlights the importance of inclusivity, diversity, and community building in the workplace. Tasha's passion for creating positive change is driven by her experiences as a young adult from Guyana moving to the US, finding joy in the vibrant tech environment, and being inspired by former colleagues. Her role at Contentful allows her to champion diversity and inclusion, leading initiatives that foster an inclusive and supportive environment for Black employees and their allies. Tasha emphasizes the value of creative freedom, self-expression, and community building in a tech company, where she can be herself while excelling at work. She advises others considering starting an Employee Resource Group (ERG) to take the initiative, encourage leadership involvement, and go for it despite potential challenges.