Discover why fairness is not just a value: it is a strategic advantage. In this episode of “I Know I Belong When,” host Christopher Bylone sits down with Aniela Unguresan, founder of the EDGE Certified Foundation and CEO of EDGE Strategy, to explore how data-driven inclusion transforms organizations and lives.

What does it truly mean to belong—and how can fairness become a business imperative? Aniela Unguresan shares her journey from international trade to pioneering the world’s leading workplace fairness certification. Together with Christopher Bylone, they unpack why fairness is more than a buzzword: it is a catalyst for innovation, growth, and resilient company culture.

Listeners will learn how organizations can move beyond sentiment to embed fairness into their DNA, leveraging data, courage, and purpose to drive real change. This episode is a must-listen for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone passionate about equity, inclusion, and authentic impact.

In this powerful episode of I Know I Belong When, host Christopher Bylone welcomes culture visionary and kindness catalyst Marissa Andrada—a transformative leader whose career spans iconic brands like Chipotle, Starbucks, and Kate Spade. Now serving as Chief Culture Officer at WUF World, Marissa is redefining leadership by centering equity, inclusion, and belonging as daily practices—not distant goals.

“Kindness is a Strategy” is more than a conversation—it is a masterclass in values-driven leadership. Marissa shares her deeply personal journey from East LA to the C-suite, revealing how her immigrant roots, cultural pride, and unwavering commitment to the platinum rule—treating people the way they want to be treated—have shaped her approach to building thriving cultures. This episode explores how kindness, truth-telling, and aligned values create workplaces where everyone can show up as their bold, authentic selves.

In this compelling episode of “I Know I Belong When,” host Christopher Bylone welcomes John Ferguson, a strategic business executive, former Chief Human Resources Officer at NASCAR, and recognized leader in people strategy and inclusive culture. Together, they delve deeply into the power of unedited identity, exploring how your name, your story, and your authentic voice shape your sense of belonging at work and in life.

This episode is more than a conversation—it’s a movement. John Ferguson shares his journey from “Mom and Dad LLC” to the C-suite, revealing how foundational lessons, family legacy, and intentional leadership have guided his path. The dialogue is rich with actionable insights for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone seeking to foster a culture where every voice is valued and every story matters.

In this debut, host Christopher Bylone, welcomes Brooklyn Dicent—Chief Happiness Officer, transformational speaker, comedian, and workplace happiness expert—whose work mixes positive psychology, neuroscience, and energy leadership into a blend of science, soul, and laughter. They explore what true belonging looks like when you show up as your authentic self. Brooklyn shares her journey—from changing her name to embracing her identity—while introducing the Positive Energy Effect and her Main Character Energy movement. This isn’t about ego; it’s about romanticizing everyday moments, making brave choices, curating joy, and building a personal brand rooted in consistency and courage, not perfection. With insights and humor, they offer practical ways to create spaces where people feel seen, heard, valued—and loved. It’s part pep talk, part power-up, and all heart: a call to foster belonging at work and in life.