Shundrawn Thomas, president of Northern Trust Asset Management, discusses what true diversity, equity, and inclusion look like; the importance of “compassionate leadership” during the pandemic; and whether he is encouraged about the possibility of real change when it comes to addressing racial injustice.

The Take 15 Series is a collection of illuminating, short conversations with noted economists, best-selling authors, leading researchers, and successful practitioners on topics ranging from geopolitics and whistleblowing to irrationality and outlooks.