Month: January 2022

What a reimagined workplace looks like

| kristencastillo

Hybrid workplaces are here to stay. “Happy, enabled, and connected teams can work from anywhere,” says Lynne Oldham, chief people officer at Zoom.

My Mediaplanet article explores what a reimagined workplace look like. Here’s an excerpt:

Now is the time for businesses to prepare to support their future workforce and workspaces. The pre-pandemic days of working in an office are now unrealistic. After a year of working from home, many employees like the format and prefer its flexibility. While some offices may return to in-person work, others will adopt hybrid or fully remote models.

Read the full article here.

An INTERVIEW WITH MUSIC LEGENDS Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr.

| kristencastillo

Fans know Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. from their soul and pop music, especially with the 5th Dimension.

For this Mediaplanet article, I had the opportunity to interview the married duo about their career, social justice, philanthropy, and their lifelong commitment to giving back to the Black community.

Here’s an excerpt:

The couple — known for hits like “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In” and “Up, Up and Away,” with their group, The 5th Dimension — have been married for more than 50 years. They’re lifetime advocates for health education, and disease prevention and treatment, with a special emphasis on the unique needs of the African American community.

Read the full article below:

How Legendary Singers Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. are Supporting Black Health