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Virtual: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Uncertain Times Summit

April 29, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

COVID-19 has completely and permanently changed workplace culture. How are companies and businesses adapting day-to-day operations to support their teams in this new era? Attend this virtual summit to learn how experts are addressing issues with bias in healthcare, creating a safe space for remote employees, the impact of COVID-19 on leadership and more.
Day 1: Monday, April 27, 2020
Session 1: “Leading Inclusively During A Crisis and Beyond”
Arquella Hargrove, Founder of Epic Collaborative Advisors
Session 2: “Culture & Crisis: Maintaining an Inclusive Culture During COVID-19”
Jessica Lambrecht and Jes Osrow, Founders of The Rise Journey
Session 3: “Leveling the Playing Field: Why the Equity in DEI matters most During Times of Uncertainty”
Lekisha Middleton, Founder of The Good Success Network
Day 2: Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Session 1: “Let The Data Lead You: Demographics Don’t Lie”
Deldelp Medina, Director of Research and Data, Black and Brown Founders
Session 2: “Intentionally Inclusive Management in A Pandemic”
Melanie Rivera, Founder of Breaker28
Session 3: “Building Belonging in the Nonprofit World: Engaging People of Color in the Nonprofit Workforce”
Tanya Gibson, Vice President of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion at Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Day 3: Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Session 1: “Harnessing the Power of Changing D&I with Change Management”
Valerie Brown, Change Management Consultant, Leading Edge Coaching & Consulting
Session 2: “Communication Strategies for Leading During Crisis”
Krystal Atha, Founder & CEO of Sembramos
Session 3: “DEI within The Hiring Process Through Actionable Tips & Techniques”
Melissa Dobbins, Co-founder & CEO, Career.Place
Day 4: Thursday, April 30, 2020
Session 1: “Dream Beyond Yourself”
Shain Khoja, CEO & Founder of Thrive-Community Inc.
Session 2: “How AI Combats Racial Healthcare Disparities”
Mohamed Kamara, CEO & Founder of InovCares Health
Session 3: “When Intimate Partner Violence Comes to Work: Employer Considerations During COVID-19”
Devin Rojas, Principal Consultant (Domestic Violence) of Rojas Consultin