Vernā Myers

I had long been familiar with Vernā Myers’ exceptional reputation as a corporate executive, but when I had the chance to work with her directly as she counseled a nonprofit board, the experience surpassed all my expectations. Vernā and her team have an incredible ability to uncover the core of complex issues and facilitate conversations that, in today’s divided world, often feel impossible. She has a unique talent for creating an environment where everyone feels safe to speak openly, without fear of judgment, and empowered to contribute to solutions. Working with Vernā was truly eye-opening, and we all left the experience better for it.

Vernā Myers is truly the godmother of more inclusive workplaces. Her impact goes beyond simply inspiring change—she provides actionable insights that genuinely transform organizational cultures. Verna combines deep empathy with sharp expertise, meeting each organization and leader exactly where they are and guiding them with courage, authenticity, and wisdom. Her ability to make complex, often uncomfortable conversations accessible and productive has been nothing short of transformative for individuals and every law firm and company she touches. If you want someone to catalyze meaningful, lasting change, Vernā is the force you need by your side.

I’ve had the honor of collaborating with Vernā for more than 15 years, bringing her in as a keynote speaker and an interviewee to share her DEI expertise and thought leadership. What’s distinguishable about Vernā is her ability to demonstrate compassion and humility while tackling difficult, highly charged issues, enabling her audience to learn and grow from her wisdom and profound insights. Vernā is also gifted with the ability to distill complex issues to inspire her audience to implement tangible action steps and make sustainable change.

Vernā Myers is a pioneer and visionary in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) space. Her phenomenal charisma stems from a unique blend of authority and humanity, allowing her to connect with a remarkably broad range of people. Throughout her career, she has worked across diverse environments, from police departments to corporate boardrooms, demonstrating her versatility and impact.

Vernā excels at motivating people to collaborate and create workplaces where everyone can thrive. Her ability to inspire individuals to work together is essential, as fully engaged workforces are proven to be over 30% more productive than less engaged teams. Her work emphasizes that DEI is not just a social responsibility but a crucial business imperative, ensuring that organizations become places where all employees feel valued and perform at their best.

It is a privilege for me to give my testimonial on Vernā Myers' impact on my career. I am a DEI Consultant with 27 years in strategic change. I also have a mediation practice that blends strategic DEI efforts. Vernā's online TVMCU sessions have been a great way for me to invest in my continual education, train my staff and provide innovative initiatives to our clients. I appreciate that her sessions are quick, accessible and full of valuable information that I can learn and teach from. Vernā Myers remains the premier leader in strategic inclusion and I love how she continues to expand her practice and reinvent her position in the DEI space. Her work inspires me.

Vernā is one of the pioneers in bringing practical tools to workplace DEI efforts. She has been doing this work for decades. What I appreciate the most is her ability to consistently provide high-level, cutting-edge expertise that meets the moment. Vernā also seamlessly blends theoretical concepts with tactical applications in a delivery style that is truly inspiring. She makes an impact, and you will not be disappointed!

I’ve known Vernā for almost two decades. In that time, I have become familiar with her work as a diversity, equity, and inclusion thought leader through her books, speaking, workshops, and mentorship. Vernā’s thoughtful, insightful, and pragmatic approach to this work is just as consequential and relevant today as it was more than 15 years ago when we first met.

Vernā Myers is a deeply experienced expert and spokesperson on diversity, equity, inclusion, and bias. But I believe her superpower is communicating these sensitive topics in such a compelling and heart-opening way. It’s remarkable. Her body of work and commitment to enabling positive change has made Vernā Myers a trusted partner for us.

The year 2020 and beyond have been a struggle for everyone on many different levels. We know we could not have made it through those difficult times without Vernā by our side. We are deeply appreciative of her expertise and are equally grateful for our continued relationship with Verna and the Vernā Myers Consulting team.

For the past two decades, our organization has been focused on building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and a culture that enables all to thrive. In reflecting on our twenty-year journey, Vernā Myers is a pivotal leader who guided and encouraged us through this process. Early on, Vernā helped us become comfortable discussing diversity, equity, and inclusion and strategically outlining our goals and plans; she supported us in learning how to approach change and embrace cultural shifts. Vernā has played a vital role in the progress that we have made and the success that we have seen.

I first encountered Vernā’s warm and engaging presence in a 2020 article highlighting the critical need for diversity and inclusion in the media and television industries. Later, I watched her in conversation with Bozoma Saint John at Culture Con, and I was struck by her approach—kind, direct, and unapologetically authentic. She exuded a soft power I hadn’t encountered before, making a profound impact with her words.” In the UK, we often look to the U.S. as a benchmark for intentionality around inclusion, and Vernā —a Pioneer in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion—has earned my deepest respect. She has an extraordinary ability to distill complex ideas and help the world see things differently, as encapsulated in her eloquent phrase: “Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance.” For any organization ready to take the brave step to building a truly Inclusive workplace, Vernā is your person. Her approach blends facts with empathy, making a compelling case for why an inclusive workforce is not just beneficial but essential. She extends a clear challenge to leaders: now that you know better, it’s time to do better.

Vernā Myers is one of the most influential leaders in diversity, equity, and inclusion, whose work has profoundly influenced the way organizations think about belonging and inclusion. Her ability to blend deep expertise with real-world applicability makes her message both powerful and practical. Vernā’s insights on breaking bias and fostering inclusive environments have been transformative, helping me—and many others—understand the importance of intentional action in creating truly equitable spaces. Her passion and clarity inspire lasting change, and I am grateful for her contributions to making workplaces more inclusive for everyone.

Vernā’s training is one I wish everyone could experience. It was so well done, with the power to change the world by changing how we see one another. Her engaging session on unconscious bias provided thorough and impactful lessons. She uses her experience, understanding, and humor to make learning about biases and unearned advantages accessible. She offers actionable steps for interrupting bias with compassion.

Vernā is such an engaging speaker! She posed essential and relevant questions that enabled me to think more about my biases and how to move forward in building community with others. Difficult topic, and I am grateful to have learned from a true DEI pioneer.

Vernā Myers and The Vernā Myers Company was by far the best decision our organization made when hiring for our DEI initiatives. Working with Vernā Myers was a game-changer for our organization.  From the very beginning, Vernā and her team demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to our success. They took the time to understand our unique needs and delivered solutions that exceeded our expectations. The quality of service and attention to detail are unparalleled, and to this day, those significant improvements are still part of our vision and goals in maintaining inclusivity in the workplace. I highly recommend Vernā Myers and The Vernā Myers Company to any organization looking to elevate their DEI performance!

As a Senior Leader for over 20 years, I have found that learning is always something worth investing in. My experience with learning DEI from Vernā Myers was incredible. The content is relatable, clearly defined and actionable. I highly recommend the Vernā Myers and The Vernā Myers Company for all of your DEI learning needs.

Finding online DEI courses that are purposeful and relevant was why I chose Vernā’s TVMCU Online DEI Training Courses. It was important that the content provided tools and strategies for me to establish my credibility to cultivate a workplace culture that is human-centered. TVMC DEI messaging made me think deeper and broader about human experiences and it upskilled my work as a Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging & Equity leader. I attribute aspects of my DEI thought-leadership to the care, thoughtfulness, and the intentionality for transformation that is fundamental to TVMC.