Bridging the Divide: DEI and Culture Building
Culture Architects Episode 44:
Nathan Hall
Part I
In Part One, David speaks with Nathan Hall, founder and CEO of Culture Check, about his path from sociology student to business leader, and how his turnaround work at Simple Story shaped his approach to culture. Nathan reflects on vulnerability, belonging, and the personal roots of his leadership philosophy. The conversation closes with David asking Nathan to weigh in on the biggest misconceptions about DEI — a question Nathan answers when Part Two begins.
Listen to "44. Bridging the Divide: Nathan Hall on DEI and Culture Building (Part 1)" on Spreaker.Part II
Part Two opens with Nathan Hall’s answer to the question: what do people most often get wrong about DEI? From there, Nathan reframes diversity, equity, and inclusion as foundational to all culture work, not separate initiatives. He explains why friction can actually fuel creativity and progress, and he previews Culture Check’s new Work of Us framework — designed to help leaders lower the temperature and align their teams to move forward together.
Listen to "44. Bridging the Divide: Nathan Hall on DEI and Culture Building (Part 2)" on Spreaker.Insights for Leaders Who Care About Culture
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