MENTORING MOMENT: Breaking Bread. This post would probably sound more hip if I called it "breaking bad" but our idea is actually pretty cool in its own right. For those that don't know, I am the partner in charge of MG+M's NYC office and our biggest point of pride is the diversity of our team. Of the ten attorneys based in New York, five were born and raised outside the United States. That is an extraordinary statistic that nicely reflects the ethnic mosaic found in New York. In order to deepen our mutual understanding and appreciation, in 2023 we are taking time to dine together every other month--hosted by one of our culturally diverse attorneys. In January, we shared an authentic (and delightful) Albanian meal. In March, we feasted on Chinese food. And in May, we are going to experience the food of Poland. This simple idea has become a source of great fun and, even more importantly, greater respect for the individuals that make up our team and make it stronger. Some (delicious) food for thought! #diversity #respect #team #DEIB #mentoring
Excellent idea. We should organize a break bread event with our client/team group!
This is a great idea Bernadette Catalana !
What a wonderful idea!
Cheers NYC!!
What a great idea!
One of the best mentors out there!
So much fun!!
We are proud of the great work our New York office is doing to support DEIB efforts and recognize the diverse backgrounds of all members of the team. Great job to Bernadette Catalana and our New York attorneys and staff!
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1yNo better mentor and leader than Bernadette Catalana who gets the role that diversity plays in providing great legal services