

The Role of Governance in Effective ERG Leadership
Alyssa Dver explores the empowering journey of ageing, the importance of nurturing valuable relationships, and the enriching experience of diverse perspectives while advocating for inclusive and psychologically safe work environments.
In this episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, Joanne Lockwood welcomes guest Alyssa Dver to discuss the nuances of creating and sustaining a sense of belonging. Joanne reflects on turning 60, sharing how she feels more settled in her personality and wisdom gained over the past decade. Alyssa appreciates this perspective, noting that age often brings the ability to simplify and enrich life by focusing on what truly matters. The conversation touches on shedding unnecessary relationships and valuing meaningful connections as they age.
Alyssa Dver, a confidence expert and leader of the ERG Leadership Alliance, joins Joanne to share her remarkable insights on empowerment and belonging. Alyssa has dedicated her career to helping people feel valued and confident, creating spaces where everyone can find a sense of belonging. Through her work with the American Confidence Institute and ERG Leadership Alliance, Alyssa has influenced corporate cultures globally, providing training and resources to enhance leadership and foster inclusive environments. Alyssa's personal journey, including experiences with her son's neurological issues, has fuelled her passion for genuine well-being and psychological safety in the workplace.
Joanne and Alyssa discuss the importance of being judicious with time and relationships, likening unnecessary subscriptions to unneeded relationships that drain rather than add value. They also touch upon the influence of diverse perspectives, with Joanne highlighting the importance of understanding others' lived experiences even without full agreement. Alyssa sheds light on the learned nature of selfish behaviours as defensive mechanisms and the role of belonging in reducing global conflicts. The debate around Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) ownership, governance, and the strategic structure necessary for their effectiveness is explored, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of ERGs' dynamic roles in organisations.
The episode concludes with hopes for a peaceful resolution to future societal challenges and emphasises the power of community support in fostering resilience. Joanne invites listeners to share their thoughts, subscribe to the podcast, and stay engaged for future episodes that promise to delve deeper into inclusivity and belonging.
A key takeaway from this episode is the shift from accumulating to prioritising meaningful connections, the critical role of diverse perspectives in fostering innovation, and the importance of empowering others to create inclusive environments. Whether you're managing an ERG, navigating personal growth, or seeking to cultivate a sense of belonging in your community, this episode offers valuable insights to inspire and guide you on your journey.
Maintaining the Importance of Diversity: “The constructs are still, maybe even more so, important.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:27:49 → 00:27:53]
Understanding Trauma in the Classroom: “You’re never going to understand, nor should you, nor, you know, it’s almost a waste of time in many cases to try and really understand the trauma. But there are ways we can support that child in learning better, knowing that they’ve been through trauma.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:31:27 → 00:31:43]
The Importance of Vulnerability in Leadership: “I can’t bring my whole self to work if you’re not even letting me open my mouth in a meeting.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:32:13 → 00:33:05] Fear of Empowerment in Leadership: “Leaders fear empowering people because it means that they’re gonna lose their own power, which in truth is just the opposite.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:34:22 → 00:34:29] Leadership Challenges in Group Dynamics: “So, there’s a lot of new people that come and go, and they may or may not have experience leading a group at all.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:39:59 → 00:40:06]
**Importance of Clear Mission Statements**: “Those fundamentals are really important. And and in light of those, when you’re clear about who that group is for, the structure of the group, the processes of the group, the roles of the different not just in the leadership chain, but the executive sponsors, the role of the allies. When you have those fundamentals updated regularly, then everything else gets easier.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:41:40 → 00:42:03]
The Future of Employee Resource Groups: “Now, here’s where the ERGs and the whole world is changing a lot. And you were in the London event. You know that my trends report for 2025 is all about the numbers.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:44:48 → 00:44:59]
The Importance of Quantitative Outcomes in Business: “The ERGs have been there, but there never really been this rally cry of we’ve got to show the quantitative outcome to the business because the businesses are funding this.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:45:30 → 00:45:39]
**The Importance of Executive Sponsorship in Organisational Success**: “The only way one of these groups really does well is if it has good executive sponsorship. Why? Because they have the visibility, they have the ear, they have the power really to ensure that that group is respected.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:52:42 → 00:52:57]
Balancing Diversity and Community Building: “But to expect a single diversity person or department for that matter, if there’s still a department in your organisation, or to expect the employees to do it on their own, it’s kind of naive.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:58:13 → 00:58:20]
| Joanne Lockwood SEE Change Happen | |
| Alyssa Dver ERG Alliance | |
The post Empowering Belonging appeared first on SEE Change Happen: The Inclusive Culture Experts.
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The Role of Governance in Effective ERG Leadership
Alyssa Dver explores the empowering journey of ageing, the importance of nurturing valuable relationships, and the enriching experience of diverse perspectives while advocating for inclusive and psychologically safe work environments.
In this episode of The Inclusion Bites Podcast, Joanne Lockwood welcomes guest Alyssa Dver to discuss the nuances of creating and sustaining a sense of belonging. Joanne reflects on turning 60, sharing how she feels more settled in her personality and wisdom gained over the past decade. Alyssa appreciates this perspective, noting that age often brings the ability to simplify and enrich life by focusing on what truly matters. The conversation touches on shedding unnecessary relationships and valuing meaningful connections as they age.
Alyssa Dver, a confidence expert and leader of the ERG Leadership Alliance, joins Joanne to share her remarkable insights on empowerment and belonging. Alyssa has dedicated her career to helping people feel valued and confident, creating spaces where everyone can find a sense of belonging. Through her work with the American Confidence Institute and ERG Leadership Alliance, Alyssa has influenced corporate cultures globally, providing training and resources to enhance leadership and foster inclusive environments. Alyssa's personal journey, including experiences with her son's neurological issues, has fuelled her passion for genuine well-being and psychological safety in the workplace.
Joanne and Alyssa discuss the importance of being judicious with time and relationships, likening unnecessary subscriptions to unneeded relationships that drain rather than add value. They also touch upon the influence of diverse perspectives, with Joanne highlighting the importance of understanding others' lived experiences even without full agreement. Alyssa sheds light on the learned nature of selfish behaviours as defensive mechanisms and the role of belonging in reducing global conflicts. The debate around Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) ownership, governance, and the strategic structure necessary for their effectiveness is explored, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of ERGs' dynamic roles in organisations.
The episode concludes with hopes for a peaceful resolution to future societal challenges and emphasises the power of community support in fostering resilience. Joanne invites listeners to share their thoughts, subscribe to the podcast, and stay engaged for future episodes that promise to delve deeper into inclusivity and belonging.
A key takeaway from this episode is the shift from accumulating to prioritising meaningful connections, the critical role of diverse perspectives in fostering innovation, and the importance of empowering others to create inclusive environments. Whether you're managing an ERG, navigating personal growth, or seeking to cultivate a sense of belonging in your community, this episode offers valuable insights to inspire and guide you on your journey.
Maintaining the Importance of Diversity: “The constructs are still, maybe even more so, important.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:27:49 → 00:27:53]
Understanding Trauma in the Classroom: “You’re never going to understand, nor should you, nor, you know, it’s almost a waste of time in many cases to try and really understand the trauma. But there are ways we can support that child in learning better, knowing that they’ve been through trauma.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:31:27 → 00:31:43]
The Importance of Vulnerability in Leadership: “I can’t bring my whole self to work if you’re not even letting me open my mouth in a meeting.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:32:13 → 00:33:05] Fear of Empowerment in Leadership: “Leaders fear empowering people because it means that they’re gonna lose their own power, which in truth is just the opposite.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:34:22 → 00:34:29] Leadership Challenges in Group Dynamics: “So, there’s a lot of new people that come and go, and they may or may not have experience leading a group at all.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:39:59 → 00:40:06]
**Importance of Clear Mission Statements**: “Those fundamentals are really important. And and in light of those, when you’re clear about who that group is for, the structure of the group, the processes of the group, the roles of the different not just in the leadership chain, but the executive sponsors, the role of the allies. When you have those fundamentals updated regularly, then everything else gets easier.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:41:40 → 00:42:03]
The Future of Employee Resource Groups: “Now, here’s where the ERGs and the whole world is changing a lot. And you were in the London event. You know that my trends report for 2025 is all about the numbers.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:44:48 → 00:44:59]
The Importance of Quantitative Outcomes in Business: “The ERGs have been there, but there never really been this rally cry of we’ve got to show the quantitative outcome to the business because the businesses are funding this.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:45:30 → 00:45:39]
**The Importance of Executive Sponsorship in Organisational Success**: “The only way one of these groups really does well is if it has good executive sponsorship. Why? Because they have the visibility, they have the ear, they have the power really to ensure that that group is respected.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:52:42 → 00:52:57]
Balancing Diversity and Community Building: “But to expect a single diversity person or department for that matter, if there’s still a department in your organisation, or to expect the employees to do it on their own, it’s kind of naive.”
— Alyssa Dver [00:58:13 → 00:58:20]
| Joanne Lockwood SEE Change Happen | |
| Alyssa Dver ERG Alliance | |
The post Empowering Belonging appeared first on SEE Change Happen: The Inclusive Culture Experts.
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