Diversity and Inclusion With Debra Ruh

#AskTheCEO Podcast

Debra Ruh is a Global Disability Inclusion Strategist, Market Influencer, internationally recognized keynote speaker, published author, branding expert, successful entrepreneur, and an exceptional mother. She is the host of the popular program: Human Potential at Work. Contact Debra: Web: https://RuhGlobal.com Twitter: @DebraRuh #AXSChat Contact Avrohom: Web: https://asktheceo.biz Facebook: AvrohomGottheil Twitter: @avrohomg Instagram: @avrohomg INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS: [00:43] We are at the cusp of the mainstream adoption of 5G, which will enable us to massively scale up our install base of connected devices. When thinking about IoT, there will be so many applications for Smart Homes, Smart Industries, and Smart Cities. This also means that there will be lots of competition for IoT manufacturers (and this is not necessarily limited to the field of IoT), which means that they have to really understand what their customers want, and HOW they’re using their products, in order to stay ahead of the game. What are the challenges that manufacturers have about understanding how people use their products? [01:23] Many manufacturers assume one size fits all. [01:23] Listening to your customers about how they use your technology gives you a competitive edge in the marketplace. [05:35] How do Diversity and Inclusion apply to Autonomous Vehicles? [07:05] Technologies like autonomous vehicles enable seniors and people with disabilities greater independence. [07:05] One of the key benefits emerging technologies offers seniors is the freedom to age in place, on their own terms. [08:52] How can technology help seniors and people with disabilities? [09:00] Smart Home technology enables people with disabilities to live independently while keeping them safe. [12:30] Smart Home technology can ensure that seniors are taking their pills! [14:27] Emerging Technologies, such as Autonomous Vehicles and Smart Homes, can give seniors back their independence and dignity. [15:49] CyberSecurity and hacking are topics that dominate today’s social media discussions. Can you help us understand, what are the CyberSecurity challenges for seniors and people with disabilities? [21:07] How can we protect seniors and people with disabilities from online predators? [21:07] A great resource to educate seniors about the Cybersecurity pitfalls of the online world is Scott Schober’s book, CyberSecurity is Everybody’s Business. [21:07] The world is changing so fast that we have to keep educating ourselves about the latest technologies. [22:00] Jack Ma, Founder of Alibaba once said: “Today, making money is very simple. But making sustainable money while being responsible to the society and improving the world is very difficult.” As the world is changing, what obligations do corporations have to show that they care more about people than profits? [22:36] Many corporations are realizing that Tech For Good and complying with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can also be good for profits. [24:35] Younger generations have vowed that they won’t do business with companies that don’t make a difference in the world. [25:53] Diversity and Inclusion is good for profits! [26:04] By valuing Diversity and Inclusion you turn your employees into your most vocal fans. [26:11] Mattel programmed Barbie with AI to speak to girls about employment options. Unfortunately, things did not go as planned when Barbie told girls to choose careers in Fashion, as opposed to becoming a computer scientist! It turns out that they programmed their programmer’s inherent biases into the AI. [29:00] How do people connect with you? [30:09] Do you have any parting words of wisdom to share with the audience? [34:42] We have to care about all people. We need to understand what it means to be human, and how do we celebrate that.