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Niani Tolbert
Transform workplace diversity with Niani Tolbert, speaker and founder of #HIREBLACK. Niani works with major corporations to advance Black womxn in corporate America through DEI initiatives and career development, recognized by Forbes, ESSENCE, and NAACP for equipping over 15,000 professionals.
Niani is a remarkable individual who has made significant strides in her career. She began as a marketer, transitioned into a tech recruiter, and eventually became the founder of the #HIREBLACK initiative. What initially started as a viral LinkedIn post requesting assistance in providing resume feedback to 19 Black womxn on Juneteenth has now evolved into a powerful movement.
The primary objective of #HIREBLACK is to assist 10,000 Black womxn in obtaining training, employment, and promotions in corporate roles. Impressively, #HIREBLACK has amassed a network of over 15,000 individuals and has been featured in reputable publications such as Forbes, ESSENCE, CNBC, Business Insider, LinkedIn News, theSkimm, and more. This recognition is a testament to the impact and influence of #HIREBLACK.
Throughout its existence, #HIREBLACK has collaborated with prominent companies such as Amazon, Disney, Conde Nast, Niantic, Spotify, Uber, and many others. The resources provided by #HIREBLACK have resulted in a reported increase of over $2 million in total compensation for its members.
Niani's expertise and dedication have been acknowledged through various accolades. In 2022, she was awarded the prestigious NAACP Powershift Grant, highlighting her exceptional work with #HIREBLACK. Additionally, in 2021, Niani emerged victorious in the Essence x Pine-Sol Build Your Legacy Contest. Her remarkable achievements continued in 2020, as she secured the Future of Work grant by Create & Cultivate and was honored with the Future is Female award by Advertising Week. Furthermore, Niani received the Diversity and Inclusion Award from the Women's Empowerment Institute in the same year.
Niani's impact reaches beyond her role as a founder. She has also served as a workshop leader at esteemed events such as Advertising Week, the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, and NYU Stern School of Business. Her willingness to share her knowledge and expertise is testament to her commitment to equipping others.
Niani's journey is an inspiration to all. Her dedication to creating opportunities for Black womxn in the corporate world through #HIREBLACK is making a tangible difference and reshaping the landscape of diversity and inclusion.
Niani offers your team insights into diversity, inclusion, and agency. Her proven track record with #HIREBLACK, collaborations with top companies, and numerous accolades ensure actionable strategies for enhancing corporate culture and driving meaningful change. Elevate your business with Niani's expertise and inspirational success story.
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Niani Tolbert delivers content through workshop-style sessions, drawing on her direct experience building the #HIREBLACK initiative to provide practical guidance on career advancement, recruitment, and diversity in corporate settings.
Niani Tolbert speaks on diversity and inclusion in the workplace, career advancement for Black women in corporate roles, and the intersection of recruitment, equity, and organisational culture. She is the founder of #HIREBLACK, a movement that has grown to over 15,000 members and reported more than $2 million in total compensation increases, recognised with the 2022 NAACP Powershift Grant.
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