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After months of masterminding and thoughtful discussion, I’ve collab-
orated with Ciara Lilly, one of our LGBTQ Leaders Under 40, to decode
the supplier diversity ecosystem. Partly out of frustration but mostly out of
a passion to help our readers to be even more successful. We realize there
is risk involved in putting your thoughts and observations in writing for the
world to see but remember, we’re fearless!
In the new year we are starting small and building a dynamic conver-
sation within BEQ Pride magazine, online and through events to engage
our audience more fully. We are both looking back and charting a path
forward with our:
Yearlong Stonewall commemoration
Series on thriving as an LGBTQ business owner
Moments in Leadership video series
Inclusive Sourcing 2045
Each of these topics is an opportunity to share the humanity and beauty
in the people who have taken it upon themselves to lead—it’s both inspiring
and fulfilling. You’ll be invited to join in the conversation online, in social
media and of course at events throughout 2019.
But, before you begin reading about the wonderful people we’ve en-
countered in preparation for this issue, I want to express my sincere grati-
tude for our amazing editorial and creative team who have worked tireless-
ly to bring my vision to life in these pages and in all our BEQ Pride issues.
I am also thankful for the many collaborative efforts going on behind the
scenes resulting in guest contributors and ongoing projects with Higher
Ground Consulting and pürEpiphany. Finally, I am truly thankful for our
Editor, Melissa Lowery, and our Corporate Sales Executive, Tracy Skinner.
I am proud of the work we’ve done together.
As a team, we are lean, mighty and, yes, fearless when it comes to shining
a light and a few kind words on your finest moments of making a difference.
Thank you to you, our readers and supporters, for being mirrors, windows
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and door openers to the possibility of Inclusion and Equality for all.
Happy New Year!
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