by Ayana Free | Nov 16, 2021 | Ayana Free, Diversity
There is no question that the field of law has been male-dominated for centuries. In fact, it was not until 1870 that the first woman, Ada Kepley, graduated from law school. Even after her graduation, she was denied the opportunity to practice law as it was illegal at...
by Ayana Free | Oct 26, 2021 | Ayana Free, Diversity, Workplace
Black-owned businesses are on the rise, but many of them face obstacles when trying to generate revenue. For example, it can be difficult for these brands to advertise themselves and even make a profit. Luckily, some black-owned companies have found ways around this...
by Ayana Free | Jun 17, 2021 | Ayana Free, Diversity
Juneteenth is coming! On June 19, 1865, General Gordon Granger marched into Galveston, Texas. He announced that the 250,000 Black people still enslaved in Texas– despite the Civil War’s end two months prior and the Emancipation Proclamation being two years...
by Ayana Free | Apr 1, 2021 | Ayana Free, Diversity
Goldman Sachs has recently announced that they will be contributing $10 billion in investment capital over the next ten years and a further $100 million in charitable contributions to help address the racial wealth gap that is continuing to disadvantage Black women in...
by Ayana Free | Feb 18, 2021 | Ayana Free, Workplace
Historically, male leadership has dominated the economy, with the vast majority of CEOs, board positions, and even lower levels of management being men. With higher rates of female leaders at the upper echelons of leadership, though, in the business sector and...
by Ayana Free | Feb 3, 2021 | Ayana Free, Workplace
Throughout my career, I’ve been very fortunate to have great mentors. At any stage in your career, especially the beginning, you might be faced with uncertainty, a difficult work environment, or ethical dilemma. A mentor – or a tribe of mentors – can help...
