Advancing Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace

This program occurs on the Fisher College of Business Campus from August 7-9, 2024. The registration deadline is July 24, 2024. Register by July 7, 2024 and use code EARLYBIRD24DEI to save $100.
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Please read the cancellation policy below: *

All cancellations and transfers must be received in writing. Submit your request via email to
Jennie McAndrew (mcandrew.28@osu.edu) with the name of the program, followed by
“cancellation” or “transfer” in the subject line.

  • Cancellations must be made at least thirty (30) days prior to the first day of the
    program in order to be eligible for a full refund.
  • Cancellations must be made at least fourteen (14) days prior to the first day of
    the program in order to be eligible for a 50% refund.
  • Any cancellations made less than fourteen (14) days prior to the first
    day of the program will forfeit the registration fee.
  • If you for any reason are unable to attend the program, please consider
    sending someone in your place. Participants can transfer their registration to someone
    else within their organization at no charge up to 24 hours before the first day of the program.
$1,950.00

In 2020, two crises emerged into national and global prominence—the COVID-19 pandemic and the civil unrest following the George Floyd murder. Both exposed many of the inequities in our society, and corporate leaders found themselves under significant pressure to publicly commit to tackling systemic bias, particularly within the workplace. From adding chief diversity officers and creating affinity groups to increasing community outreach and developing diversity performance metrics, many companies have started strong in their entities’ DEI journey. However, many are now discovering that these actions are just that, a strong start. To date, the gains of these corporate efforts have been mixed. This is because advancing DEI within an organization also requires learning to value the experiences of colleagues with different backgrounds and viewpoints, making room for their colleagues to bring the fullness of their lived experiences into the workplace, and offering the right resources for them to thrive. Specifically, companies are coming to realize that championing equity and embracing inclusion is the hard work of DEI.

According to a recent Kantar report, a lack of diversity, equity and inclusion could be costing businesses $5.4 trillion. A commitment to equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace enables organizations to foster inclusivity and attract, motivate and recognize exceptional individuals. This environment cultivates innovation and creates a culture where every person feels there is an equal opportunity to fit in and build a career. Through evidence-based research and contemporary practices from companies making DEI strides, participants will gain actionable strategies for successfully advancing DEI within their organizations.

This program is valuable for...

  • Executives and professionals in senior leadership positions who define and cultivate the desired culture
  • Managers and team leaders who mentor and coach fellow colleagues on projects and assignments
  • HR professionals who play a critical role in shaping the employee experience
  • Professionals who work in teams to complete work assignments and achieve organizational goals
  • Professionals who serve in administrative and technical roles that support their colleagues in achieving organizational goals