Bowens tackles every challenge and opportunity the same way: with strategic acumen. That’s why it’s no surprise her role at Charter seems to expand each year. She leads her team by example, and the changes and improvements they’ve made have improved scalability and revenue growth of their $2.5 billion line of business. Having a solid team is important to that kind of success. “In the interview process, having a diverse slate of interviewers is equally as important as having a diverse slate of candidates,” she opines. “Putting forth a diverse slate of interviewers is often overlooked, but is key to inclusion.”
What does your company/organization do to ensure all employees feel included?
At Charter Communications we have launched Business Resource Groups and invested in industry organizations that promote diversity and inclusion, such as Women in Cable Telecommunications and the National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communications.
How can diversity be better incorporated into the recruiting process?
In the interview process, having a diverse slate of interviewers is equally as important as having a diverse slate of candidates. Putting forth a diverse slate of interviewers is often overlooked, but is key to inclusion.
Which current television show/s best embrace diversity?
“Black-ish” is a model for television shows that promote diversity through thought-provoking scenes that highlight everyday issues.