How Identity Has Influenced a Strategic Partner Manager at Google's Career
Early in the career, the impact of race on professional navigation was not a primary consideration; however, with career progression, a conscious effort was made to find organizations with robust DEI initiatives, like Google, where the individual feels supported and can contribute to a more inclusive environment for future employees. The individual actively seeks "teams, companies, organizations that...really try to shine a light on diverse perspectives."
Diversity and Inclusion, Career Progression, Work Culture, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships
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Nate Muluneh
Strategic Partner Manager/Team Lead, GP Sellside
University of Arizona, 2015
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Business Management & Admin, Finance
Technology, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Sales and Client Management
Scholarship Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School
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1. Nate's early career didn't involve actively considering his identity's role in his work.
2. As his career progressed, he prioritized organizations with robust DEI initiatives and resources.
3. He actively seeks workplaces that value diverse perspectives and aims to create lasting positive impact for future employees.
4. He now feels it is important to find organizations that support diversity, equity and inclusion
Transcript
As someone who identifies as African American, how has that impacted how you've navigated your career?
Early in my career, I wasn't as mindful of my identity in my work as I am now. I didn't really consider how my identity translated into my work or how I showed up in spaces where there weren't many others like me.
As I progressed, I became more aware of this. I started seeking opportunities and resources within organizations that supported individuals who identify similarly to myself.
I found a good fit at Google, where diversity, equity, and inclusion are significant parts of the company's principles. Within my specific team, there are many different groups where I can seek advice and help.
I also feel I can contribute to making a lasting impact. This way, future employees who join the team will feel comfortable and not like they are the only ones who identify a certain way.
Now, I actively seek out teams, companies, and organizations that highlight diverse perspectives. I plan to continue doing this for the rest of my career.
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