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L etters to theEditor Dear Editor, I very much enjoyed seeing the “Top 100 Under 50 Diverse Corporate Leaders” article in your Summer issue. Most people probably have no idea how much talent there is in corporate America once you get past the typical “image” of a corporate leader. Please continue to spotlight the many fine people making a difference behind the scenes. They are very much deserving of your recognition! Monique Edwards Alexandria, Virginia Dear Editor, Before reading your “Going Global” article on international opportunities and assignments, it never would have occurred to me that someone could advance his or her career by taking an assignment abroad. Thank you for expanding my horizons, and for prompting me to think more outside the box – or even the country – as I plan my career direction. That said, I wonder how realistic it is for most professionals of color to consider that option. Most of us don’t work for large firms with operations across the globe, or are in career tracks where that level of project management isn’t an option. If anything, we might be more likely to be offered a temporary relocation opportunity elsewhere in the USA, which can be enough of a culture shock all by itself. Imagine a native Brooklynite venturing to Iowa or New Mexico for the first time, or a Southerner getting his first taste of a Minnesota winter. Those moves can be just as disruptive on family life, and need to be considered just as carefully. Howard Jones Dayton, OH Dear Editor, In our current economic climate, it’s more important than ever for all companies, especially minority companies, to give back and get involved in their communities. Times may be hard for smaller firms, but Peter Nguyen’s piece “Businesses that Keep on Giving” shows that the long-term benefits far outweigh any short-term sacrifices. All companies should be held to a high standard when it comes to their social involvement. Sow Win Hu Houston, TX Dear Editor, My father ran a dry-cleaning business for 32 years. He always made it a point to participate in our local business association, which raised money for scholarships, community projects, and to help other companies get started. In addition, he was always quick to offer advice to other people – even if they were thinking about being one of his competitors! My point is that social entrepreneurship isn’t really anything new. Firms run by people of color have traditionally engaged in one form or another of it, as a matter of the community’s broader survival. What’s different, it seems to me, is that now, more companies are seeing the importance of it, and how it has an impact on the places where they operate. My father would be very surprised to learn that, simply by helping others in the course of being a good businessman, he was ahead of his time! Randy Lasher Tulsa, OK 6 P&L Group, Ltd. Diversity MBA Magazine Publisher & CEO Pamela A. McElvane Editor-In-Chief Patrice A. Kelly patrice@diversitymbamagazine.com Contributing Writers Sheryl Nance-Nash, Dr. Charmon Parker-Williams, Keith Alexander, Peter Nguyen, Cheryl Mayberry McKissack, Sheryl Huggins, Beatryce Nivens, Calvin Bruce, Sandra Finley, Yvonne Brown, Mark Reynolds, Arn Bernstein, Jessica Priego Lopez, Herbert Smith, Karen Johns, Monica Ross, Tom Kadala, Mark Reynolds, Chef Kenneth Bunns, Robert Anthony, Deneen Stewart, James Owens, Pat Pope, Sara Ting. Production & Design Charles Martin (513) 661-1070 chas@diversitymbamagazine.com Marketing Research Cheryl Mayberry McKissack, President & CEO NIA Enterprises, LLC (312) 222-0943 cmayberry@niaenterprises.com Advertising Executive Vice President Devin Oten (985)792-1551 devin@diversitymbamagazine.com Tim McGruder, Senior Account Manager (985) 359-0776 tim@diversitymbamagazine.com Circulation Coordinator Sheila Howard sheila@diversitymbamagazine Copyright © 2008, P&L Group, Ltd. Diversity MBA Magazine is published as follows: (Fifty Out Front Companies/Spring), (Top 100 MBAs Under 50/ Summer), (Gala Leadership/Fall), and (Top Industries for Minorities/Winter). We are not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts. For consideration for publication, please send queries only to patrice@diversitymbamagazine.com. Diversity MBA welcomes letters from our readers. Address all correspondence to Diversity MBA magazine 24 E. 107th Street, Chicago, IL 60628. Or email us at patrice@diversitymbamagazine.com. Letters should include full name, address and telephone number. They will be edited for clarity and space. Website Address: www.diversitymbamagazine.com http://www.diversitymbamagazine.com

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Diversity MBA Magazine - Fall 2008 Contents Letters to the Editor In Your Own Hands Editor's View Business Briefs Off the Shelf Diversity MBA 2008 Awards Gala and Leadership Forum "Diversity Next Practices" Illusion of Inclusion Good Is Not Enough Revisiting Your Personal Brand Discover Your Power Voice Authentic Leadership In An Ever-Changing Marketplace Stopping the Brain Drain: How Companies Can Keep Talented People of Color Corporate Succession Planning - How Do You Fit In? How To Manage Virtual Teams Beyond Demographics Recruit, Recognize, Retain, Reinvest – Winning the Talent Acquisition Game Leave Ego at the Door Modernizing Supplier Diversity Taking the Leadership High Road… When You Can Find It Think Boardroom Bound; It’s Happening Who's Who In Diversity Fail to Succeed 4-Star Start-Up, Chris Ward: Character Above All Get Them at Hello – Tips to Improve Your Marketing Kit Sonny Vu, Entrepreneur A World at Your Fingertips Big Brother Wants Your Bank Account Stepping Off The Corporate Ladder HR Focus with Monica Ross A Unique New England Vacation Bold Caballeros y Noble Bandidas Women of Color and Cancer: The Chicago Phenomenon Being Single Isn't Easy International MBAs Flock To U.S. Schools Smart Strategy Gadgets+Gizmos Advertiser's Index

Diversity MBA Magazine - Fall 2008

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