There is a measurable gap between capability and recognition — and it is costing organizations their best talent and costing professionals their careers. In this data-informed session, Patrice examines how hiring systems, AI filters, and organizational bias cause fully qualified people to be systematically overlooked, and what both individuals and institutions must do to close that gap. Drawing on research and real-world case studies, attendees leave with both personal visibility strategies and institutional recommendations for building systems that actually recognize the people inside them.

Target audience: HR leaders, DEI practitioners, talent acquisition teams, ERGs, executives, and workforce professionals. Available as keynote (45–60 min) or breakout (30 min). As featured in USA Today, Business Insider, and Newsweek. Especially relevant for organizations navigating AI-assisted hiring, DEI rollbacks, or talent retention challenges. Delivered at National Urban League Annual Conference and SHRM-Atlanta Annual Conference.