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In today’s increasingly polarized world, even a casual mention of politics or differing opinions at work can escalate tensions. Roy Abdo, CEO of Digital Revamp, shares communication and storytelling tips for leading with civility and empathy — like sharing personal narratives, using more thoughtful and inclusive language, and distinguishing between perspective and perception — to help defuse disagreements when they inevitably arise.
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Roy Abdo
Roy Abdo is the CEO of Digital Revamp and a strategic advisor to governments, mission-driven organizations, and executives on narrative strategy, reputation, and digital engagement. Based in Washington, DC, he leads cross-channel campaigns that translate complex issues into clear stories that move audiences to act. Roy’s work spans partnerships with SHRM, the American Psychological Association, the World Bank’s GAFSP, and the U.S. Department of Defense, among others. A frequent speaker and workshop facilitator, he is known for combining data, social listening, and AI-enabled content systems to scale executive thought leadership and brand trust. Roy holds an MBA from Johns Hopkins University and serves on the board of the National Digital Roundtable.Ellequate leverages behavioral science, real-time data, and AI to help HR leaders make smarter decisions on pay, policies, and culture. Nicole also spearheaded the development of Ellequate’s compensation intelligence tool, which enables employers to move beyond market benchmarks and align pay with internal value, skills, organizational priorities, and sustainability. A frequent national speaker at SHRM, WELCOA, and DisruptHR, Nicole is a Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses graduate and has been recognized with honors including the CLIMB Award, Best in Tech: Woman/Minority to Watch, and the Cincinnati Business Courier’s Forty Under 40.
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