June 9, 2022
Improve recruitment. Increase engagement and retention. Create psychological safety.
You’ve read the research. You’re aware that diverse workplaces are the most successful in reaching organizational goals. But how do you ensure your business is truly inclusive, and not hinder the progress you have made prior to the impacts of Covid-19?
This timely event delves into topics that will arm organizations of all sizes with the tools necessary to build a culture of belonging and maximize employee satisfaction, including keys to successful B2B diversity programs, second chance employment, post-pandemic rebound, and the challenges and opportunities of the great resignation. If you are a young professional or a seasoned executive focused on building a work environment where employees feel they belong, join us for this highly anticipated event!
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Agenda
Thursday, June 9
8:00 am | Registration and Networking |
8:25 am | Virtual Attendees Join Event |
8:30 am | Welcome and Introductory Remarks
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8:45 am | A Conversation with Wendy John
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9:15 am | Second Chance Employment
Experts will discuss the criminal justice system’s impact of low-level, non-violent misdemeanors on minority communities and how second chance hiring can provide a pool of untapped talent for employers. |
10:00 am | Networking Break |
10:30 am | Keys to a Successful Business-to-Business Diversity Program
Across all industries, embracing a strategic Business-to-Business Diversity Program not only benefits the owners of these diverse businesses but also drives business value and improves your bottom line. In this session, experts will discuss best practices for how to establish and grow a business-to-business diversity program in your organization. |
11:15 am | Attracting and Retaining Talent during the Great Resignation
Now is an opportunity for you to showcase why your organization is an attraction for diverse employees. In this session, you will learn from seasoned professionals on how to attract young, diverse talent, build your talent pipeline, and grow and keep that talent in your organization. |
12:00 pm | Lunch and Networking |
12:45 pm | Closing Keynote: Generations + Racial Equity: Where & Why Generations & Racial Equity Intersect to Move Us Forward
In this informative and inspiring keynote, Raven breaks down the connection between equity and generations that every organization needs to know and lean into to thrive in a marketplace that is growing more racially and ethnically diverse by the decade. She helps attendees of all backgrounds understand how and why a generation can impact how they view, understand, and even combat racism. Attendees will leave with greater clarity on the role their generation can play in fighting for racial equity, and how to effectively collaborate with other generations in that pursuit. |
1:30 pm | Closing Remarks |