MIAMI – June 25, 2021 – Nikki Lewis Simon, a shareholder and chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) officer of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A., participated in the Americas Leadership Forum as part of a panel discussion titled “Globally Inclusive Leadership” held on June 24 at 10 a.m. MDT.
The forum, which was sponsored by Greenberg Traurig, provided a full day of virtual programming, hosting keynote speakers, panel conversations, and artistic moments to engage participants in conversations about the challenges and opportunities for a globally inclusive workforce. The “Globally Inclusive Leadership” panel explored what makes a great global leader by weaving together the leadership and empathy connection. Panel members also discussed the qualities of an inclusive leader and the power of empathic leadership in an increasingly global workforce.
“Noting the many ways in which great leadership and empathy intersect was an important discussion to have,” Simon said. “Empathy as a trait possessed by great leaders is being flagged and cultivated by the business and legal communities now more than ever – which is wonderful to see.”
Simon, who is based in Greenberg Traurig’s Miami office, is a commercial litigator with more than 21 years of experience. In her role as chief DEI officer, she designs and guides strategic initiatives and programs to deepen firmwide diversity and inclusion efforts that further enrich client engagements and community investments. Simon’s role is indicative of, and integral to, Greenberg Traurig’s core values of collaboration and inclusion – principles that inform the firm’s operations and legal business in meaningful, positive ways.
About Greenberg Traurig’s Diversity Initiative: From its inception, Greenberg Traurig has been committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Greenberg Traurig is a uniquely empowering and diverse firm built on a foundation of fairness, equality, and authenticity. Through its Social, Racial, and Economic Justice Action Plan, the firm has committed $5 million over five years to help combat systemic racism and support impoverished communities. In addition, the firm’s efforts have been recognized through its Mansfield Rule 3.0 certification, administered by The Diversity Lab, and by local, national, and global publications and organizations including Chambers and Partners. Web: https://www.gtlaw.com/en/general/our-firm/diversity Twitter: @GT_Drives.
About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2200 attorneys 40 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the U.S. on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. The firm is net carbon neutral with respect to its office energy usage and Mansfield Rule 3.0 Certified. Web: www.gtlaw.com