With an undergrad in journalism, a master's in communication, and extensive corporate experience, Kori Reed has spent years inspiring conversations that fuel connection and ignite change. She delights in pursuing the unspoken undercurrents of a topic to get to the root cause and address the crux of the matter. For more than two decades, she worked for large, complex Fortune 500 companies, including Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Quaker Oats, PepsiCo, and Conagra Brands. These experiences instilled the value of authentic dialog and finding clarity amid conflict and chaos. As a mom of four-two women and two men-she is fervent about gender equity and creating a world where a rising tide lifts all boats for the world's daughters and sons.
"""Bold, thoughtful perspective on the complexities of gender equity in the workplace."" - Booklife Review ""A powerful, research-based masterwork on understanding the concerns and questions of men. It is an actionable roadmap and playbook for empowering the pivotal men in the middle."" - David G. Smith and W. Brad Johnson, Authors of Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the WorkPlace ""Well researched and written, Reed's work is a 'call to arms' for males trying to make sense of the #MeToo movement. Bravo!"" - William Carmichael, PhD, MBA, Corporate Training Leader ""Reed weaves together layers of voices post #MeToo, including men's fears, hesitations, and shifting mindsets. The fabric at this book's core gives emotional support and hope for collaboration across the gender divide."" - Michael Welp PhD, Co-Founder WMFDP, Author of Four Days to Change ""This is the conversation the world needs to have on gender."" - Mark Dollins, Author and President, North Star Communications ""A fascinating read and a dynamic tool for sparking new conversations about gender equity and bringing about meaningful change."" - Katherine Ritchey, Executive director and chief of staff for communications, University of Chicago ""A refreshing and well-researched book on gender equity where the author isn't pointing fingers or placing blame. Rather, she does an excellent job informing readers with facts, statistics, and insights from real people so we can form our own opinions, calling both men and women to join the conversation on gender equity."" - Dr. Deanne DeVries, PhD, Best-Selling Author of Africa: Open for Business ""Kori Reed provides a great balanced perspective that not only highlights the topic, but helps men and women realize the importance of coming together to resolve an important issue. Without balance we can't make a difference."" - John Hine, President, JHine Associates"