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Shure Incorporated

FranklinCovey

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<span style="font-size: 16px;">This session aims to illuminate the pivotal role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in sculpting sustainable talent pipelines, spotlighting GitLab's Women's ERG as a prime example. Attendees will explore the three-pronged approach of the 3Es - Education, Experience, and Exposure, and understand their profound impact on inclusive cultures. Through a detailed breakdown, participants will grasp the manifold benefits of ERGs, spanning workforce development, workplace innovation, and community engagement. In the context of 2023, we'll also outline eight actionable strategies for ERGs to remain dynamic and value-driven. By the session's conclusion, attendees should have a clear roadmap for leveraging ERGs in their organizations comprehending their transformative power in shaping modern, resilient, and inclusive enterprises.</span>

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DEI Improves Skills-First Sustainable Leadership & Talent Pipelines: L&D and ERG Partnering for Success

engagement &amp; culture

rochelle.house

effective leadership

learning &amp; development

richard.rykhus

trust

ana.bedard

darcy.pierson

DEIB

inclusive leadership

CHIE2023

Inclusive Workplace

raushaun.muhammad

organizational culture

DEI Integration

talent structures

joy.canonigo

Komatsu

<strong>Session Focus: Case studies and roundtable discussion for embedding DEI in everyday culture and talent structures
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<div>Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives too often get stuck at the philosophy stage, failing to become operationalized into the actual systems and processes that shape organizational culture. This insightful session provided a roadmap for hardwiring DEI into the very DNA of how companies operate each day.</div>
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<div>A key takeaway: Identify and address the obstacles preventing your organization from truly embedding DEI, whether it's lack of empowerment, education gaps, or waning engagement after the initial DEI push.</div>
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<div>The presenters emphasized using inclusive language as a powerful way to foster a more inclusive culture day-to-day. As one shared: "Try this - 'I value your ideas, are you available to contribute content?' Instead of 'I'd like to pick your brain.'" Small language shifts can have a big impact.</div>
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<div>However, the core focus was on embedding DEI into talent management processes - a critical stumbling block for many organizations. Citing a real example, one presenter stated: "We changed the process so self-evaluations and manager ratings come together, eliminating the bias where women often underrate themselves."</div>
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<div>Other substantive tips for hardwiring DEI into talent systems included:</div>
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<div>- Stating in job postings that women and minorities should apply even if not meeting 100% of qualifications</div>
<div>- Delaying hiring decisions to allow more diversity in applicant pools</div>
<div>- Embedding inclusive behaviors into leadership competency models and measuring them</div>
<div>- Training hiring managers on unconscious bias, conducting blind resume reviews</div>
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<div>The universal truth, as one aptly put it: "What gets measured gets done." By operationalizing DEI efforts into tangible, measurable processes, organizations can achieve real cultural change. This session provided the practical strategies to make it happen.</div>

Embedding DEI in Everyday Culture and Talent Structures

Engagement &amp; Culture

dirk.tussing

richard.busby

aimee.louw

edward.desrosiers

ann.brownell

daryl.fleary

tynecia.walker

jennifer.rainey

megan.bickle

ELE Group, LLC

<strong>Session Focus: Case studies and roundtable discussion for embedding DEI in everyday culture and talent structures
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As organizations increasingly integrate DEI into the business, learning &amp; development leaders are increasingly asked to support and lead diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Ana Bedard will lead a discussion with two seasoned DEI leaders, Tynecia Walker (Komatsu) and Darcy Pierson (Oshkosh Corporation) about how they are embedding equity and inclusion into organizational culture and talent structures. The conversation will also include opportunities for everyone on the call to share their practices to learn from each other.

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Embedding DEI in Everyday Culture and Talent Structures

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