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Episode Synopsis
Send us a textTarget’s latest DEI moves are stirring up conversation—are they reacting to political pressure or making a strategic business play? We break down the end of their three-year DEI goals, the impact of past controversies (hello, Pride Month backlash), and what it all means for the brand’s future.We also explore how big brands can make DEI more than just a corporate checkbox, the influence of Black consumer spending, and fresh ideas like Blackout Week. Tune in for a no-nonsense, insightful chat on what’s next for corporate DEI.Let me know if you’d like any more refinements! Support the showStay With Us Watch and Subscribe to The E Word on YouTube. Follow Karen on LinkedIn and learn more at Colossal Work. Follow Brittany on LinkedIn and learn more at BND Consulting Group.
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