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DESCRIPTION:Join Bentley faculty member\, Mateo Cruz\, Ph.D.\, for a conver
 sation that explores how everyday acts of courage can shape stronger\, more
  inclusive workplaces. \n\n \n\nWhen employees step in to advocate for coll
 eagues by amplifying ideas\, challenging biases\, or offering visible suppo
 rt\, their actions can foster belonging and resilience. But those same acti
 ons can also be interpreted in unexpected ways that influence trust\, credi
 bility\, and empowerment. \n\n \n\nDrawing on emerging research in organiza
 tional behavior\, Mateo will share: • How employees and leaders can practic
 e courageous allyship in meaningful ways \n\n• The dynamics of voice and ad
 vocacy in today’s workplace \n\n• Practical strategies for turning individu
 al courage into collective impact \n\n \n\nAs part of the broader Pride & P
 urpose initiative\, this session offers a preview of the summit’s 2026 them
 e\, “Courage as a Catalyst.” \n\n \n\nThrough research-informed insights an
 d real-world examples\, we will examine how voice\, allyship\, and advocacy
  operate inside organizations—and why the way we support others matters as 
 much as the intent behind it. \n\n \n\nThis program is ideal for senior exe
 cutives\, ESG officers\, risk and compliance managers\, data and AI leaders
 \, board members\, finance and audit professionals\, and anyone interested 
 in how the adoption of AI tools can support the future of sustainability re
 porting and auditing practices.
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SUMMARY:Courage as a Catalyst: The Power of Voice in Uncertain Times
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URL:https://events.bentley.edu/event/courage-as-a-catalyst-the-power-of-voi
 ce-in-uncertain-times
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