Research has shown that organizations that truly engage women and people of all ages at all levels outperform those organizations that do not. And despite claims to the contrary, research also shows that truly and equitably engaging women and people of all ages equitably is not happening in the US. This session explores how organizations can create an environment where women and people of all ages are treated equitably while helping to drive innovation and sustainable performance.  

Senior Management has decided they want to pursue diversity for the good the organization and its customers/clients. You have been tasked with leading or playing a major role in carrying out this decision. But how do you do this? Whether you are Senior management or middle-management – in HR or Business Unit/Department Leadership, this session will help you understand how to set yourself up for a successful diversity, equity, & inclusion push. It will review what we call the 5 magic D&I Implementation Guideposts. Learning Objectives By the end of this session you will be able to:

• link your DEI initiative to organizational performance
• create a roadmap for your DEI initiative
• set the proper expectations for a DEI initiative
• create welcoming, inclusive spaces and a higher-performing organization.

Facilitator: James McKim, PMP, ITIL,  Managing Partner, Organizational Ignition