# 134. Woke & Wealthy? DEI = Money! The Cost Of Being Black In Business Is Real | Dr. V Boykin [Masterclass]

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Podcast: [iDigress with Troy Sandidge](https://stenobird.com/podcast/idigress-with-troy-sandidge-1328803)
Published: 2025-02-28T18:05:50+00:00
Episode link: https://iDigress.fm
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## Resource

DEI isn’t just a moral stance, it’s a business imperative. In this powerful conversation, Dr. V Boykin breaks down the real cost of being Black in business and how diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) directly impact revenue, market opportunities, and leadership dynamics. From overcoming systemic barriers to navigating corporate spaces, Dr. V shares hard truths about the modern workplace, allyship, and the underestimated power of Black buying power.

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