Swan Stacking- a new framework for understanding the convergence of multiple, overlapping Black Swan and Grey Swan events. The theory argues that employees and leaders alike are experiencing layered shocks, ranging from geopolitical upheaval and policy-driven social volatility to lingering psychological trauma from the COVID-19 era and deepening distrust in systems once assumed to be safe. These compounding events are not ancillary—they are central to business risk, talent strategy, and operational resilience. And yet, too few boards and senior leaders are addressing them as such.

We are fast approaching an economic and cultural tipping point.

By the year 2045, the United States will become a majority-minority nation. That means people of color—particularly Black and Hispanic communities—will make up not only the workforce majority, but also the consumer majority. Yet most organizations are still operating with assumptions, structures, and strategies rooted in yesterday’s demographics.

2045 is no longer “far off.” It’s 20 years away—two business cycles. The time to reimagine our workplaces, policies, and leadership pipelines is not someday. It is now.

We’ve let our soil lie fallow over the winter, now we need to prepare it to prepare for new growth.

We invite you to integrate your learning, and not just instruct.

Thoughts on ending the year slowly and why we should do that in our work, not just our personal lives.

Embracing every part of identity to support engagement.

Examining Equity.

Investigating Inclusion.

Diving into Diversity and making a delicious salad.