MEET JANET & KHALIL
Co-Hosts of the In This Moment podcast
Janet M. Stovall, C.D.E.
Janet M. Stovall helps companies build inclusive workplaces where everyone thrives. With 20+ years of experience driving impactful change in Fortune 100 companies, she's a leading DEI expert.
Forget the jargon – Janet uses data and a practical approach to find solutions that make a real difference.
Co-author of Amazon bestseller, The Conscious Communicator: The Fine Art of Not Saying Stupid Sh*t, and author of the upcoming "Now what? Doing DEI whether or not others give a damn," she empowers organizations to create environments of resilient inclusion.
Janet is the founder of Pragmatic Diversity, LLC, a consulting and communications firm that works closely with leaders and organizations to create actionable solutions DEI challenges. Her expertise has been recognized with numerous awards, including seven Cicero Speechwriting Awards, Ragan's Top Women In Communications/DEI Champion award, and Atlanta Business Chronicle's Outstanding DEI Voice.
Janet holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Davidson College, a master’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from Georgetown University, and post-graduate certificates in DEI from Cornell University and Yale University.
Khalil Smith, M.B.A., M.S.
Khalil Smith is a leading expert in employee engagement, organizational culture, and leadership development. He has helped numerous organizations, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, improve their workforce performance through strategies that enhance communication, foster inclusion, and drive innovation.
With a unique blend of scientific research and practical experience, Khalil specializes in creating high-performance environments where employees feel valued and motivated. He is a sought-after speaker, consultant, and executive coach, known for his ability to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable strategies.
Khalil holds an MBA from UNC-Chapel Hill and a Master of Science from Columbia University. He is the author of "The Performance Culture" and has been recognized for his insightful and impactful work in improving workplace dynamics for organizations across various industries.