“Humanize Voices”
The "Humanize Voices" Program (Manhattan, NY) explored the unique identities and perspectives of Zeta employees through individual features.
Each member of the Zeta community was a source of inspiration, which is why they were referred to as “Muses.”
The program contained 35 storytelling and art pieces, 30 of which were directly inspired by 1:1 interviews.
The team also led the execution of the “Humanize Voices” Launch Party in alignment with Zeta’s Q3 2023 Town Hall, which had 100+ attendees, over 20% of whom were external, executed on a multi-thousand dollar budget approved by the Chief People Officer.
Featured Artists
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"What's Next" by Brendan Forester
"What’s Next" explores four possible futures:
"Continued Growth," focusing on progress in government, economy, and education
"Collapse," marked by crises like disasters or war
"Discipline," emphasizing personal growth, values, and community
"Transformation," driven by technological advancements
The piece suggests that all these futures are likely to unfold; while encouraging introspection on personal anxieties about the future and how our perspectives shape what we anticipate.
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"Outstanding" by Chris Smith
Stand out by standing up.
If you truly want to find yourself, lose yourself in the act of serving others.
Inspired by all of the remarkable experiences shared, this creation highlights our positions (where we stand) and our extraordinary distinctions (how we stand out).
We are all uniquely brilliant in our own way, but together we share the ability to spread light and love to one another.
Embrace this moment to reflect: How do you illuminate the world with your light?
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"Glimmers" by Lexi Yoo
“For the past few years, I've worked in a tech space similar to Zeta, where despite the isolation of the industry, moments of connection and joy, referred to as "glimmers," have been significant.
In this project, I aim to visualize these moments of shared excitement and humanity, from quirky office moments to personal milestones outside work.
I created tarot-esque cards to highlight the unique qualities of individuals, particularly focusing on women in tech, a group significantly underrepresented in leadership roles.
Through this project, I hope to honor the women who've mentored me, while encouraging others to embrace and share their full, multifaceted lives both in and outside of work.”
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"Connection" by Yan Yan
As humans, the relationships we form with other people are vital to our mental and emotional well-being and even our survival.
Humans have an inherent desire to be close to other people and technologies have linked us in ways that were unimaginable 10-20 years ago.
The artist hopes to challenge the viewers to examine technology’s role in forming connections with others.
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“The program provided insight into who we each are and why we are the way we are – which left me with a feeling of strength and recognition of how strong Zeta employees are.”
“Seeing that everyone comes from different backgrounds but the themes between the stories were consistent, left me with a feeling of togetherness.”
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40% wrote "Inspiring"
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Would you agree (10) or disagree (0) that “Humanize Voices” has strengthened your connection to Zeta as a whole?
Average Rating = 8.3
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Would you agree (10) or disagree (0) that “Humanize Voices” has strengthened your connection to Zeta as a whole?
Average Rating = 8.8
“The program helped me feel deeply connected to the Zeta community and it made me feel special. I felt genuinely heard and understood by my colleagues through “Humanize Voices”.
Feeling valued and supported encouraged me to contribute more openly in team discussions, leading to increased collaboration and innovation.
I would be eager to be a “Muse” again. Being vulnerable was a significant step outside my comfort zone. Fear of judgment had always held me back from revealing my true self. By participating in “Humanize Voices”, I confronted those fears and discovered a strength I didn’t know I possessed.”