Inclusive Innovations: Diversity in the Legal Industry with Omar Sweiss

Omar Sweiss is the CEO of JusticeBid, a diversity analytics and e-sourcing company transforming how companies embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into their business operations through data intelligence and transparency tools. 

In this episode of Cockpit Counsel, Tim and Omar dive into Omar’s personal and professional journey, how he is making an impact through entrepreneurship and building businesses, and discuss the importance of diversity in the legal profession.

Key takeaways

• JusticeBid’s mission and what’s next for the company 
• How Omar embodies the philosophy of servant leadership 
• Advice for building relationships and trust in-house 
• And more! 

Tune in to learn about diversity, entrepreneurship, and more!

Timestamps 

• 02:33: Early Entrepreneurship
• 04:38: Mission and Inspiration for JusticeBid
• 07:02: Platform and Decision-Making Process
• 09:48: Importance of Data in Advancing Change
• 14:51: Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
• 16:50: Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs
• 23:49: Progress in Legal Operations
• 27:31: Building Trust and Soft Skills
• 28:25: Rapid Fire Questions