In a land filled with opportunity, the "American Dream" has been an indelible part of our socio-economic landscape. The idea that one can come as they are, work as hard as they can, and enjoy all the fruits of their labor without apology still endures. However, theory and practice can be difficult to bridge in the daily grind to create a more efficient workspace. Despite numerous policy changes over the years, many business environments continue to struggle with data that suggests a disproportionate number of minority employees suffer from slower raises and lower wages while performing the same jobs as their white colleagues. This session brings to light the critical thinking tools necessary to rupture this cycle which ultimately is inefficient insofar as marginalized employees can rupture optimal productivity. Discover specifically how many well-intentioned policies by leadership reveal how most of us suffer from a lack of experience, exposure and education when it comes to matters of diversity, equity and inclusion. Participants will learn a new approach to an old problem that still requires an effective solution. Learning Objectives: Gain contextual understanding of historical racial tensions within the workplace; Acquire a new rubric for categorizing and critically analyzing specific patterns of workplace discrimination; Learn specific and new vocabulary terms to better diagnose discrimination within the workplace.