CNEXT, a cutting-edge leadership development and networking firm that enables clients to drive organizational success and career advancement, will host a LinkedIn Live event, “How Inclusive Leadership Transforms Organizations for Future Growth,” on November 21 at 3 p.m. ET. This discussion will explore how inclusive leadership accelerates growth strategies and prepares organizations for market shifts, drives innovation in competitive industries, and supports sustainable growth to meet stakeholder expectations.

Cheryl Stokes, CEO of CNEXT, will facilitate the event, bringing together insights from distinguished industry leaders, including:

• Elise Awwad, President and CEO of DeVry University and 3rd-year CNEXT GENERATE member, brings nearly two decades of experience transforming higher education. Known for her commitment to student success, Awwad has advanced DeVry’s mission to empower diverse learners, build workforce partnerships, and drive innovation in reskilling for a technology-driven economy.
• Christianne Garofalo, CEO-Americas at EQUIIDA, brings over 20 years of experience advising global clients. EQUIIDA is a leadership advisory firm focused on inclusion, innovation, and enhancing performance at the senior leadership and board levels. Known for her ability to create long-term partnerships, she implements business solutions through executive coaching, culture evolution, and leadership development. She inspires inclusive cultures that attract and retain top talent, working extensively with Fortune 500 companies across various sectors.
• Tiger Tyagarajan, Board Member of Genpact, Jabil, Kantar, and MathCo, brings over 30 years of experience in digital transformation. He played a pivotal role in pioneering a new global business services model and built and transformed a division of General Electric (GE Capital International Services) into Genpact—a 130,000+ employee, $4.5 billion revenue enterprise with operations in over 30 countries, serving 300 Fortune 500 companies. Tiger frequently speaks on digital disruption, talent development, and leadership in an AI-driven world.

“Research consistently shows that inclusive organizations outperform others,” says Cheryl Stokes, CEO of CNEXT. “Leaders who embrace diverse and inclusive perspectives drive resilience, adaptability, and sustainable growth—qualities that strengthen organizations today and prepare them for the challenges ahead.”

CNEXT invites professionals, executives, and aspiring leaders to join this engaging discussion and capture key learnings that can contribute to their professional and organizational growth.