Out of my whole start class maybe 3 were diverse staff 1s in my office. There is no black leadership and it seems like no matter what i do no one wants to connect with me, it’s very discouraging.

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Come to California or go to Houston

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Yeah I hear Cali has a strong black presence. I'm excited to start out there.

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Does your group have an affinity group for African Americans?

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I’m also in Ohio and see this too. It’s very disappointing.

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i interned for two summers (launch and advisory) and started in advisory this past September

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What office is this?

sorry, i’m from Ohio i have joined BPN but it’s a very small group.

How long have you been with the firm

I also interned for a few years in launch and assurance. Will soon hit the five year mark .

you could be that figure for someone else

If management cares, perhaps you can start an initiative to get more diverse new hires. Also figure out how you can help the folks above you. The more value you can add the more support you'll get internally. Or just change offices.

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