Billy Dexter is executive vice president and chief diversity officer of MTV Networks. MTVN, a unit of Viacom International, is one of the world’s leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms with 111 channels, 94 websites reaching 167 countries and territories worldwide. Dexter works with the executive team to develop strategy and global initiatives to foster the highest levels of diversity throughout every aspect of the business.

Dexter works with MTV Networks current Diversity Council and teams to create more formal structures and processes for implementing key recommendations. Dexter forges new partnerships with relevant outside organizations and represents the company’s diversity efforts externally. Previously, Dexter was president of Hudson’s Inclusion Solutions, a global diversity consulting firm based in Chicago.

His favorite inspirational quote is: “If it is to be … It’s up to me.”

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