Stryker African Ancestry Network Hosts Inaugural SAAN Summit and Impact Awards

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Repost from Chantelle G. on Instagram . . . . . "George Floyd’s murder quite literally changed the trajectory of my career. The trajectory of my life. Over the last 2 years, I stepped into a power I never knew I had. A confidence I never knew existed. A Blackness so bold, my great-grandmother would be proud. A vulnerability and truth that I didn’t know was possible👑🙏🏽 Last week, I was honoured for all of that. I was 1 of 5 recipients of the inaugural Stryker's African Ancestry Network (SAAN) Impact Award and was presented with the award at the first-ever (and now annual) SAAN Summit🙌🏽👊🏽 I got to be surrounded by Black Excellence for two days and was not “the only” for the first time in my Stryker career‼️#iykyk Through tears, there is so much I want to say (other than how grateful I am) but I’ll just say this: Be in environments and surround yourself with people that make you feel safe (mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically). Be in environments and around people that allow you and your gifts to shine. That allow you to show up as yourself. If you don’t know who you are, then get around people who are going to help you figure it out. Nothing speaks louder than genuineness and authenticity. I’ve been overwhelmed by the support and love surrounding this award and I want to thank all my Stryker people and the company for investing in their Black talent 🖤 The celebrations were fun, but it’s time to get back to legacy building🏁" #BlackExcellence #WomenInBusiness #WomenEmpowerment #bipoc #Equity #Diversity #BlackWomen #Inclusion #WeAreStryker Interested in learning more about SAAN? Several members will be at #NSN2Y22 this year - Learn more @nsnhq

Communities

• Black
• Women

Formats

• Awards & Recognition Event
• Summit & Conference

Goals

• Connect