Equity in Action: Building Inclusive Workplaces from the Ground Up
November 4, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This webinar series will explore how to break down systemic barriers and foster inclusive, respectful,
and high-performing environments for underrepresented groups. Through practical guidance and
interactive dialogue, participants will learn how to lead equitably across organizational levels, embed
foundational DEI principles into daily work, and give and receive feedback in a way that supports growth
and inclusion. Whether you’re new to these conversations or looking to deepen your practice, this series
offers tangible steps for making equity real in the workplace.
Session Topic: Accountability
This topic will be approached through the lens of inclusive leadership, exploring how accountability shows
up at the individual, team, and organizational levels when advancing equity. This includes how leaders hold
themselves and others accountable for commitments, how to move beyond performative actions, and how
accountability can be built into systems (e.g., goal setting, performance reviews, team norms). It will also
invite reflection on what gets in the way of accountability and how to support a culture of follow-through.
Next session: February 3rd — Giving and Receiving Feedback
Speakers
Founder and CEO of PowerUp Leadership
Susan Power is the Founder and CEO of PowerUp Leadership, a leadership development and facilitation
firm based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She specializes in building leadership capability and organizational
effectiveness through dynamic facilitation and strategic talent development. Her work supports teams
and leaders in aligning people strategy with business outcomes. With over 20 years of experience, Susan
combines deep expertise in facilitation, leadership development, and HR strategy. She began her career
with top-tier consulting firms and later held executive HR roles before returning to entrepreneurship.
Susan works extensively with C-Suite executives, successor candidates, entrepreneurs, and women in
leadership. Her strengths include facilitating strategic planning, leadership retreats, team effectiveness
sessions, and programs that enhance executive presence, communication, and collaboration. She brings
a grounded, real-world perspective shaped by experience in both corporate and entrepreneurial
environments.
Project Coordinator at PowerUp Leadership
Layan Jasser is a Project Coordinator at PowerUp Leadership, where she helps organizations elevate
employee engagement and build strong leadership pipelines. With a passion for people development,
Layan brings both creativity and strategic insight to her work, supporting a wide range of leadership
programs, coaching initiatives, and team development sessions. Her focus is always on delivering inclusive,
high-impact experiences that resonate with diverse audiences.
Layan’s professional journey includes meaningful work in both the nonprofit and private sectors, where she
has contributed to projects centered around leadership development, organizational culture, and community
impact. Beyond her work at PowerUp Leadership, Layan continues to give back to her community through
volunteer efforts and seeks out opportunities that align with her values of equity, growth, and collaboration.
She is deeply committed to creating spaces where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered to lead
authentically.
