{"id":74772,"date":"2024-02-01T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/?p=74772"},"modified":"2024-02-01T08:27:31","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T16:27:31","slug":"boldforce-equality-group","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/stories\/boldforce-equality-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Salesforce Equality Group Leader on the Business Impact of Black Voices"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: This article is part of a series that highlights how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/company\/equality\/equality-groups\/?d=cta-body-promo-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Equality Group<\/a> presidents navigate their roles and serve Salesforce\u2019s global employees. Check out interviews with the leaders of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/stories\/faithforce-equality-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Faithforce<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/stories\/vetforce-equality-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vetforce<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/stories\/latinoforce-equality-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Latinoforce<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/stories\/abilityforce-equality-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Abilityforce<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>BOLDforce, which stands for Black Organization for Leadership and Development, is one of Salesforce\u2019s 13 Equality Groups. The group strives to foster an environment where Black employees are retained, supported, and empowered to live well every day, in every way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Black History Month, we wanted to highlight the importance of representation in the rooms where decisions are made. 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How did your career path lead you to work at Salesforce?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I actually manifested my career at Salesforce. I was a Salesforce customer in 2011, and then became a partner in 2019 when I joined Acumen Solutions as a consultant. I was on vacation and remember walking past <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/company\/ohana-floors\/salesforce-tower-sf\/?d=cta-body-promo-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Salesforce Tower<\/a> during my initial interview with Acumen Solutions, hoping I would work there one day. In 2021, Acumen Solutions was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/stories\/salesforce-acumen-close-updates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">acquired<\/a> and I became a Salesforce employee \u2014 finally!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wearing so many different hats throughout the Salesforce ecosystem \u2014 customer, partner, and more \u2014 has given me a unique perspective that I now bring to my role of helping customers leverage the power of Salesforce to solve some of their toughest business challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Wearing so many different hats throughout the Salesforce ecosystem \u2014 customer, partner, and more \u2014 has given me a unique perspective that I now bring to my role of helping customers leverage the power of Salesforce to solve some of their toughest business challenges.<\/p>\n<cite>Katara Giles, Engagement Delivery Manager and Global President of BOLDforce<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-q-how-did-you-get-involved-with-boldforce\"><strong>Q. How did you get involved with BOLDforce?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I was one of the co-founders of the employee resource group for Black employees at Acumen Solutions. After the acquisition, I took on a leadership role as the growth chair of the BOLDforce Washington D.C. chapter. By the time this position opened up on the BOLDforce global leadership board, I had several ideas for how the equality group could best operate, and I decided to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-q-how-do-you-hope-to-make-an-impact-as-president-of-boldforce\"><strong>Q. How do you hope to make an impact as President of BOLDforce?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This year, it will be important to have a regional strategy \u2014 not only thinking about how we connect with communities across the globe, but also how we address some of the local challenges that employees face outside of the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m also challenging my team to think strategically about how we make a real impact on the business. Part of that is about setting clear goals and identifying the metrics we\u2019ll use to know when we\u2019ve met our goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>I\u2019m also challenging my team to think strategically about how we make a real impact on the business. Part of that is about setting clear goals and identifying the metrics we\u2019ll use to know when we\u2019ve met our goals.<\/p>\n<cite>Katara Giles, Engagement Delivery Manager and Global President of BOLDforce<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, we\u2019re doing more and more through an intersectional lens. We\u2019re being a lot more strategic to make sure every part of a person\u2019s identity is represented as we plan events and programs for the BOLDforce community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-q-you-mentioned-intersectionality-can-you-share-more-about-why-that-s-a-focus-of-yours\"><strong>Q. You mentioned intersectionality. Can you share more about why that\u2019s a focus of yours?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When I think of intersectionality, I think about people who identify with more than one underrepresented group. When you have someone who has a number of different identities, the struggle becomes harder for them to achieve equity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BOLDforce is really thinking through the experiences those individuals might have at work. We recently looked at the intersection between race and ability by bringing in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/austinkristin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Kristin Austin<\/a>, an expert on neurodiversity and inclusion in the workplace. Dr. Austin helped us better understand the lived experiences of some of our colleagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Front-line managers also play an integral role in the experience of those individuals, so we\u2019re exploring ways to get managers more engaged and invite them to these conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"5922\" height=\"3953\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-74776\" data-id=\"74776\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/01\/GELS-SALESFORCE-CHLOE-JACKMAN-PHOTOGRAPHY-2023-D3-01410.jpg?w=1024\" 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https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/01\/Salesforce-MLK-8229.jpg?w=1218&amp;h=812 1218w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2700px) 100vw, 2700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">BOLDforce President Katara Giles and BOLDforce members participate in community events, such as Dreaming In Action, a celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2700\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-74777\" data-id=\"74777\" src=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/01\/Salesforce-MLK-2-3.jpg?w=1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/01\/Salesforce-MLK-2-3.jpg 2700w, 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Can you share an example of how BOLDforce has helped make an impact at Salesforce?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing Salesforce was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/news\/topics\/artificial-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">at the forefront<\/a> of the conversation on AI, BOLDforce reached out to the <a href=\"https:\/\/trailhead.salesforce.com\/content\/learn\/modules\/ethics-by-design\/meet-the-office-of-ethical-and-humane-use-of-technology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Office of Ethical and Humane Use<\/a> to better understand how the company is roadmapping new AI products and how we can support them. We had a discovery session [with the Office of Ethical and Humane Use], and identified where BOLDforce can lean in, such as using AI to surface internal job opportunities to underrepresented talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-q-why-is-it-important-that-boldforce-is-in-the-room-for-these-conversations\"><strong>Q. Why is it important that BOLDforce is in the room for these conversations?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Systemic racism exists. Not everyone wants to acknowledge it, but it\u2019s there. The reality is that technology can <a href=\"https:\/\/trailhead.salesforce.com\/content\/learn\/modules\/cert-prep-salesforce-ai-associate\/examine-the-ethical-considerations-of-ai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">perpetuate bias and increase any gaps<\/a> that exist. If this happens, technology won\u2019t expand opportunities for people who look like me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The reality is that technology can <a href=\"https:\/\/trailhead.salesforce.com\/content\/learn\/modules\/cert-prep-salesforce-ai-associate\/examine-the-ethical-considerations-of-ai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">perpetuate bias and increase any gaps<\/a> that exist. If this happens, technology won\u2019t expand opportunities for people who look like me.<\/p>\n<cite>Katara Giles, Engagement Delivery Manager and Global President of BOLDforce<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s important for us to always have an inclusive lens when we approach new technology. 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What&#8217;s something surprising you&#8217;ve learned during your time as a leader?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Often, when I meet someone, I\u2019ll ask them to share something with me that I wouldn\u2019t know just by looking at them. You have to be prepared for any response. I\u2019ve had people tell me they served in the military, or they used to be a boxer. Or they may even tell you they participated in the largest food fight in Spain! You\u2019d be surprised what you can uncover from people by having a casual and connected conversation with them. We are more alike than we are different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also learned that there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all approach to leadership and you have to adjust your style to meet the needs of your team. When you can set your differences aside, focus on the outcomes, and harness the power of diverse perspectives and experiences, you can create something magical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Getting to Know Katara<\/p>\n<cite>q. <strong>What is your favorite book on leadership?<\/strong> <br><br>I have two I\u2019d recommend. <em>Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual<\/em> by Luvvie Ajayi Jones will guide you to live boldly despite sometimes feeling compelled to shrink away. <em>Don&#8217;t Fire Them, Fire Them Up: Motivate Yourself and Your Team<\/em> by Frank Pacetta taught me how to motivate employees, develop trust, and establish feedback and accountability.<br><br>q. <strong>What has been your favorite BOLDforce event?<\/strong> <br><br>Dreaming in Action, where we honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year, we created a world-class, multi-city activation focused on fostering equality, taking action, and building a culture of equity in the Salesforce ecosystem. We engaged Salesforce executives, customers, partners, community leaders, members, and allies, and held watch parties in all of our major offices around the world. For me personally, I&#8217;m really proud of seeing my team deliver such a large-scale and impactful event.<br><br>q. <strong>Outside of work, where do you find joy?<\/strong> <br><br>I really enjoy family time. My husband, Richard, and I have two kids together: Kadence (6) and Zion (4). Experiencing life all over again with them fills my heart. I\u2019m also a bonus-mom to Laylah (19) and enjoy the role of mentor and coach to her. I\u2019m also a foodie. My favorite cuisine is Mexican \u2014 rice, tacos, cilantro, all of it! 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