At this event, the author of Sweet Potato or Pumpkin Pie: Conversations with My White Friends about Race & thought leader, Dr. William T. Lewis, Sr. and Drew Hancock will have an engaging conversation regarding key themes around diversity, equity and inclusion in private enterprise and key learnings from their research on high performing teams.

Dr. William T. Lewis, Sr., nationally recognized diversity, and inclusion thought leader, and entrepreneur is an advisor and consultant to university presidents, and small to mid-size business leaders. As a former Chief Diversity Officer, Lewis has led diversity and inclusion efforts at three highly acclaimed colleges and universities-- Indiana University, Bridgewater State University and Virginia Tech University. Lewis formerly served as the Special Consultant to the President for Belonging, Equity and Inclusion at Forsyth Technical Community College. Lewis is founder of WillHouseGlobal, a firm that provides diversity, equity, and inclusion consulting to companies who aspire to attract top talent, retain loyal customers and to lead in their industries. Lewis proudly served in the United States Marine Corps Reserves (1990-1996).

Drew Hancock, Director at Frank L. Blum Construction, is a member of the WFU Center for Private Business Advisory Board.