In this powerful episode of Diversity Conversations, Eric Ellis shares the 5 essential leadership skills every leader must master to create authentic, inclusive, and high-performing environments. 🌍💡

From navigating change to building trust and inspiring teams, Eric brings decades of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), executive coaching, and organizational transformation. This conversation includes engaging interactions with our live community, answering questions, and sharing practical insights and timeless wisdom to help you lead with confidence, courage, and compassion.

📚 Many of you asked during the live show about Eric’s book — here’s the link to get it on Amazon: 👉 https://amzn.to/3Jk0Hnd

✨ About our Hosts:

• Eric Ellis – President and CEO of Integrity Development Corp., recognized nationally as a leader in diversity and organizational change.
• Tommie Lewis – President and CEO of Make It Plain Consulting, specializing in global diversity, equity & inclusion strategies, executive coaching, and leadership development.

Join us every Saturday morning for inspiring conversations that empower you to lead, align, and transform the world!

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In this powerful episode of Diversity Conversations, hosts Eric Ellis (President & CEO of Integrity Development Corp.) and Tommie Lewis (President & CEO of Make It Plain Consulting) welcome the inspiring Arlene Rahn — speaker, panelist, facilitator, and founder of RedHouse Performance Consulting.

Together, they explore the art of building relationships with care, diving deep into Arlene’s life journey, lessons on belonging, authenticity, and resilience, and her powerful C.A.R.E. framework: Curiosity, Authenticity, Respect, and Empathy.

Through personal stories — from corporate boardrooms to global consulting work — Arlene reveals how empathy can transform relationships, organizations, and communities. This conversation also touches on leadership challenges, navigating bias, and finding common ground in divided times.

🎙️ About the Hosts

• Eric Ellis – President & CEO, Integrity Development Corp. | 📞 (513) 317-1778 | DEI strategist, leadership coach, and speaker.
• Tommie Lewis – President & CEO, Make It Plain Consulting | 📞 (513) 207-6056 | Leadership strategist, trainer, and keynote speaker.

💡 Connect with Arlene Rahn
🌐 RedHouse Performance Consulting

In this powerful episode of Diversity Conversations, hosts Eric Ellis and Dr. Tommie Lewis welcome Charlotte Otter — author, speaker, and advisor — for an inspiring dialogue about the urgent call for a new kind of leadership in today’s rapidly changing world.

As traditional systems break down, Charlotte shares her vision for cultivating leaders who lead with authenticity, courage, and emotional intelligence. Drawing from her personal journey and her career in corporate communications and tech, Charlotte offers deep insights into empowering diverse, conscious, and future-ready leaders.

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why our world urgently needs a shift in leadership paradigms
• How emotional intelligence and courage can transform leadership styles
• Strategies to build diverse, inclusive, and visionary leadership for the future
• Personal stories and lessons from Charlotte’s inspiring career journey

💡 About the Hosts:
Eric Ellis is President and CEO of Integrity Development Corp., recognized as one of America’s top consultants on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Eric helps organizations create cultures where every individual can thrive.
🌐 Website: https://www.integritydev.com

Dr. Tommie Lewis is President and CEO of Make It Plain Consulting, an expert in global diversity, equity, and inclusion solutions. Dr. Lewis is known for his strategic leadership coaching and ability to inspire transformation across industries.
🌐 Website: https://mipcllc.com

Join us for this transformational conversation that challenges old paradigms and calls for bold, inclusive leadership — paving the way for a better tomorrow.

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Keywords: leadership, diversity, inclusion, emotional intelligence, corporate communications, visionary leadership, Charlotte Otter, Eric Ellis, Tommie Lewis

In this inspiring episode of Diversity Conversations, hosts Eric Ellis and Tommie Lewis welcome transformational leader Apollo Emeka, widely known as “The Big Decisions Guy,” to explore how making bold, high-impact decisions can completely reshape your life and leadership path.

Drawing from his experience as a Green Beret, FBI analyst, and DEI strategist, Apollo shares how one courageous choice — moving his family to a country they had never visited — simplified his daily life and created space for well-being, alignment, and deeper purpose.

✨ In this conversation, you’ll hear:

• The powerful story behind Apollo’s decision to move his family to Panama
• Why big decisions matter more than habits or routines
• How to lead with clarity, courage, and inclusivity in today’s complex world
• Why details don’t always matter when your vision is crystal clear
• Practical wisdom for anyone standing at a crossroads in life or leadership

Whether you're navigating a career change, personal transformation, or organizational challenge — this episode will leave you feeling empowered, expanded, and ready to take action.

🧠💥 Because sometimes… the right decision changes everything.


🔗 Connect with Apollo Emeka:
🌐 Website: www.apolloemeka.com
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/apolloemeka/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apolloemeka/
📧 Email: hello@apolloemeka.com


🎙️ Hosted by:
Eric Ellis – President & CEO, Integrity Development Corp.
🌐 www.integritydev.com

Tommie Lewis – President & CEO, Make It Plain Consulting
🌐 https://mipcllc.com


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📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/yvuSOoRRcbM?si=W_8D_Mezfl8wSsNO

In this powerful pre-recorded episode of Diversity Conversations, host Eric Ellis sits down one-on-one with Congressman Greg Landsman, who proudly represents Southwest Ohio in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Together, they explore what it truly means to make bold and lasting change—from legislative leadership to grassroots community transformation.

🎯 Topics discussed:
✅ The courage behind purpose-driven leadership
✅ Policy-making that uplifts families and communities
✅ Strategies for building equity across all levels of society
✅ The power of collaboration and hope in turbulent times

This episode is a heartfelt reminder that real leadership requires empathy, vision, and action.

📍 Originally aired as a pre-recorded livestream on YouTube --> Episode

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Connect with us:
🌐 www.IntegrityDev.com
🌐 www.MIPCLLC.com
📧 EricEllis@IntegrityDev.com | TommieLewis@MIPCLLC.com
📞 513-874-6836 | 513-541-5589

Keywords: Diversity Conversations, Congressman Greg Landsman, leadership, equity, community, policy, Ohio, public service, transformation

Are you feeling stuck, discouraged, or paralyzed by fear because others don’t believe in your vision? In this powerful episode of Diversity Conversations, Eric Ellis and Tommie Lewis share five transformative strategies to stay grounded, courageous, and unstoppable — even when people try to stand in the way of your purpose. 💪🏾✨

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating leadership, personal growth, or DEI work in uncertain times. Discover how to reclaim your confidence, silence inner doubt, and align with your true mission — no matter what resistance you face.

🌟 Connect with us and join the conversation:
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📩 Work with our hosts:
Eric Ellis – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategist
🔗 www.integritydev.com | 📧 ericellis@integritydev.com

Tommie Lewis – Leadership & Culture Consultant
🔗 www.mipcllc.com | 📧 tommielewis@mipcllc.com

💬 Don’t forget to share this episode with someone who’s ready to rise above fear and lead with purpose!

With Special Guest: Natalie Gudey Global Chief of Staff at Meet the People.

What does it really take to build a workplace culture where people feel seen, supported, and empowered — while still delivering top-tier results?

Join us in our community and be a part of this engaging conversation at www.facebook.com/elliseric

Eric Ellis and Tommie Lewis are diversity, equity and inclusion strategists and CEO’s.

Eric Ellis at www.integritydev.com or ericellis@integritydev.com

Tommie Lewis at www.mipcllc.com or tommielewis@mipcllc.com

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Eric Ellis and Tommie Lewis are diversity, equity and inclusion strategists and CEO’s.

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