In this episode, William Tincup speaks with Shannon Pritchett, Head of Marketing and Community at HireEZ, about the role of technology in advancing DEI in hiring processes. They explore the progress in DEI awareness, highlighting how HireEZ's D&I filters target underrepresented populations in candidate sourcing. They also address the gap between awareness and execution due to economic uncertainties and the pandemic, emphasizing the need for increased transparency between HR and TA teams to enhance DEI efforts. William and Shannon underscore the importance of pay equity and fair representation of underrepresented candidates in hiring, insisting that the conversation around DEI must persist to maintain progress. Additionally, they delve into the challenges and biases women face in the workplace, including the pressure to stay silent on issues like sexual harassment to avoid being labeled as complainers. The conversation emphasizes the critical need to address these issues and foster a culture of safety and respect.