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Episode Synopsis
The Hofstra professor who proved Long Island has a massive diversity problem - and why major corporations are paying millions to fix it.Larry Levy isn't your typical academic. As a former investigative journalist turned Associate VP at Hofstra University's National Center for Suburban Studies, he's bridging the gap between ivory tower research and real-world community impact.His groundbreaking approach:Instead of just studying communities, Larry asks them what they actually need researched. This "community-based research" model has led to partnerships with Harvard, Cornell, Columbia, and major corporations willing to pay serious money for answers.The shocking discoveries:Long Island, despite being nearly 50% non-white, has:60% of school buildings with ZERO Black teachers48% of school buildings with ZERO Latino teachersAverage teacher salaries of $150,000 (some earn $200K+)A massive opportunity gap in prime employmentCurrent projects include:$120 million Hurricane Sandy waterway rebuildGreen Energy Hub ensuring underserved communities benefit from clean energy investmentStrategic plans for regional economic development distributing $1 billion in state fundsPartnership with JP Morgan Chase's $70 million Ascend Cities programThe DEI reality check:While some businesses retreat from diversity initiatives, Larry's data shows companies with diverse teams consistently outperform competitors. "We're gonna have no majority race, ethnicity, or religion fairly soon. If you're not sensitive to these communities, you're dead economically."Why this matters:America's suburbs are changing rapidly, and the research coming out of Hofstra is shaping how communities, businesses, and governments adapt to demographic shifts that will define the next century.Contact: Hofstra.edu/NCSSReady to share YOUR story? Book our state-of-the-art recording studio at www.nomstudios.coNeed marketing help for your business? Contact www.nommedia.co for full-service digital marketing solutions📱 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & iHeartMedia!🎙️ TAKE ACTION NOW!
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