The Why? As a non-binary CEO at the LGBTQ-first media company, Pelliccione represents and creates visibility for inclusivity at the executive level. From being included in GLAAD’s top media list to being a supporter of AIMM, Revry maintains its purpose of supporting the community. Pelliccione mentors across several different programs and organizations, including the Screen Actors Guild National LGBTQ Committee as well as the Producers Guild National LGBTQ Working Group, which Pelliccione was instrumental in organizing.
They say… “I believe that ERGs can become great forces for societal and economic growth.”
Someone who has kicked down a door for me: Tim Cook is the one that has kicked some many open for all of us. Seeing an openly gay man successfully take over Apple after its founder Steve Jobs, also a hero of mine, is inspiring.
What makes for a successful Employee Resource Group? At Revry, we are always ready to support the many employee resource groups at our partners in the media ecosystem. Some are visible and active while some lag in their efforts. I believe that ERGs can become great forces for societal and economic growth. Turning your attention to your employees and their needs in a proactive-always-engaging way is how it’s down best.
Coworkers describe me as… Energetic! A whirling dervish of enthusiasm. I am always ready to roll up the sleeves of my kaftan and dive right into the work. I love celebrating the successes of our employees. No victory is too small!
How inclusive is your recruitment and talent development? From the co-founding of Revry to each and every hire, we make sure that we get great people on our bus first, then we worry about where they sit. Everyone must feel that they can bring their true selves to Revry. We have been able to support the development of more women, Latinx and people of color from the LGBTQ+ community and our allies than most media companies combined. As we tell everyone we want you to Be vibrant, diverse, respectful, cultural, inclusive and quite simply just to be you.