Reginald Miller, CDO, McDonald’s DMBA Board Chair & Co-Host Sponsor

Maximizing Your Performance

Speaker: Dr. Suri Surinder,
CEO, CTR Factor and Chief Learning Officer, Diversity Learning Solutions

Maximizing performance today is about team performance. Many of today’s most valuable firms have come to realize that analyzing and improving individual workers isn’t enough. As commerce becomes increasingly global and complex, the bulk of modern work is more and more team-based. One study, published in The Harvard Business Review found that ‘‘the time spent by managers and employees in collaborative activities has ballooned by 50 percent or more’’ over the last two decades and that, at many companies, more than three-quarters of an employee’s day is spent communicating with colleagues. 

Therefore, an evidence-based understanding of the dynamics that lead to effective teams is critical. The Aristotle project at Google has discovered that the single most important factor in optimizing team effectiveness is psychological safety. This general session will address the following 5 questions regarding psychological safety, using a combination of assessments, examples, and activities:

1. What is psychological safety and why is it important? 
2. How does psychological safety improve performance?
3. What are the different types of psychological safety?
4. What are the characteristics of psychologically safe teams?
5. What inclusive micro-actions can create psychological safety?

BREAK to TRANSITION & SNACK BREAK

In this exclusive think tank hosted by Pamela McElvane and Dr. Randall Pinkett, invited Diversity Executives open dialogue on the NEW ERA OF DEI.

Speakers: Dr. Randal Pinkett & Pam McElvane

The uniqueness of this conference lies in its ability to bring leaders together in a format that allows them to exchange ideas on how inclusive diversity is a part of the business function. In these thirty-minute Business with Inclusive Diversity Talks, participants will be introduced to new ways of thinking that bridge existing gaps between business, inclusion, and diversity.

Integrating DEI with Health Equity – Andres Gonzalez

Driving Change and Transformation Through an Equity First Lens

The bid talk will showcase the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network’s case study during the session. It will address how diversity executives and practitioners should drive change and transformation within their organizations by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion into strategic efforts. It will highlight partnerships and collaborations with senior leaders which are essential to lead change, transformation and achieve collective impact. Leading practices, lessons learned, pitfalls and metrics/dashboard also will be shared during the session.

Politicizing Diversity- Angela Roseboro,

Politicizing Diversity

The politization of diversity is at an all-time high, with mounting pressure on those spearheading comprehensive DE&I efforts.    In this session, you will gain valuable insights for effectively navigating diversity issues.  You will learn how to approach DE&I not as a problem to fix, but as an opportunity to capitalize on.  Understanding the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of an issue will significantly enhance your ability to make meaningful impact.

The Silent Killer among the under-represented populations

Speaker: Jackie Bishop Burgess, CEO, National Kidney Foundation Institute

Our kidneys are especially important because they work to keep waste and toxins out of our blood. However, many people are unaware of how to take care of them and the importance of keeping your kidneys healthy.  Jackie Burgess as CEO of The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois works closely with community leaders, healthcare professionals, and civic-minded corporate partners to improve the lives of patients and families affected by kidney disease.

Andres Gonzalez, VP, Community Engagement & Chief Diversity Officer, Froedtert Health

Angela Roseboro, Chief Diversity Officer, Toast Tab

Jackie Bishop Burgess, CEO, National Kidney Foundation Institute

AI and the Future- Dr. Satyeder Goel

AI is transforming the future of humanity across every industry and will continue to revolutionize technological innovation. But there is uncertainty around the ways and speed of its impact. So how will AI change the world around us?

Changing Places:  Impact of Menopause in the workplace – Nadine Vogel, CEO Springboard Enterprise

Menopause is rarely discussed, although half of the world’s population experiences it at some point. It impacts ciswomen, typically from age 45 to 55, lasting 7 to 14 years. This age bracket is the fastest-growing workforce segment, and a person is most likely to be promoted to lead during this time of life. Therefore, let’s remove the menopause stigma in the workplace. 

The Business of Diversity- Germaine Hunter

Diversity leaders have been working to advance DE&I in their organizations, but this can be a lonely battle. Many companies haven’t learned that a diverse business is a more successful business and hesitate to invest time and money into developing DEI.  In this session, learn how to market diversity as a business strategy to your higher ups and gain support from your organization.

Dr. Satyeder Goel, CEO, India Health

Nadine Vogel, CEO, Springboard Enterprise

Iliana Levy & Colleague, Citibank

Germaine Hunter, VP & Chief Diversity Officer, GE Aerospace

Women in Logistics and the Future of the Industry- Sheila Serafin, Global VP Sales and Christina Busuego, Senior Director, RIM Logistics

The Logistics industry has traditionally been heavily male-dominated, with limited barriers to entry for women in leadership.  In this session, you will hear personal leadership stories from a c-suite executive and one of DMBA’s Top 100 honorees about their leadership journeys and how they were able to achieve the seemingly impossible with significant business impact.  

Racial Wealth Divide- Iliana Levy & Desi Wyatt, Wealth Group Executives, Citibank

In this panel, we delve into a pressing issue that continues to shape our society – the racial wealth divide.   This conversation will explore deep-rooted disparities in wealth accumulation among different racial and ethnic groups.  Our panelists will offer insights, solutions, and a vision for a more equitable future as we strive to bridge the gaps and build a fairer, more inclusive society for all.

Sheila Serafin, Global VP Sales and Christina Busuego, Senior Director, RIM Logistics

Iliana Levy & Desi Wyatt, Wealth Group Executives, Citibank

CEO Fireside Chat

Ed Kopko, Bold Business CEO and author of “Project Bold Life: The Proven Formula to Take on Challenges and Achieve Happiness and Success,” sits down with “Silicon Heartland: Transforming the Midwest from Rust Belt to Tech Belt” author Rebecca Fannin to discuss the emergence of the nation’s Heartland as an entrepreneur/startup hub, and the role diversity is playing in the Midwest’s transformation. Ed and Rebecca will dig into the inclusiveness of this new tech corridor, and pin down what the future may hold.

Host:
Ed Kopko, CEO Bold Business, Author, Project Bold Life ©

Rebecca Fannin, Founder, Silicon Dragon
Author, Silicon Heartland

NETWORKING LUNCHEON

In these 40-minute sessions, participants will join a cohort-based coaching session and together will talk, discover, share, and build strategies as well as connections.

Wealth Management – DeLayna Mitchell Elliott

Healing Your Money Wounds: Getting to the soul…or, rather, the “mind” of the matter when it comes to money. Participants will be exposed to the 7 fundamental principles of Healing Your Money Wounds, as we lay the foundation for radically transforming your relationship with money…and with yourself. Per the seminal work of Mrs. Delayna M. Elliott – renowned Diamond Wealth Coach, Wealth Planner and Life Insurance expert

Supplier Diversity- Reggie Rush

Despite the overwhelming evidence indicating that diversity is a key factor for more profitable and 

creative growth.  America seems to be experiencing diversity fatigue. People are sick and tired of talking about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) & supplier diversity. Diversity resistance can be an insurmountable impediment to corporations’ diversity efforts. Diversity resistance can manifest in multiple ways including a refusal to fund DEI / Supplier Diversity efforts, pushback of diversity programs, and a lack of leadership buy-in for diversity initiatives. 

In this workshop, we will discuss, why has diversity become a dirty word in American workplaces and how can this issue be overcome?

Board Development Journey – Pamela McElvane

In this session, you will learn how to leverage your non-profit experience to develop high performing boards. Ensuring that your organizations board is not only diverse, but effective is a skill leaders can develop. Learn how to put together a board made up of high performing professionals and efficiently lead that board toward your organization’s goals.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion –Sharmila Fowler- Pos

How to be an Inclusive Leader and a Champion for Equity.

We have learned that while DEI training can be extremely effective, behavior can only change if we set clear goals and hold ourselves accountable. Enter coaching. When coupled with training, coaching can activate and deepen the learning experience and help individuals become more inclusive leaders and champions for equity. To get there requires a deep understanding of yourself, your cultural background, and your role in fostering a sense of inclusion in the workplace. You will leave this session with some key takeaways on how to advance on your journey. Remember that creating a truly inclusive workplace is an ongoing process. It requires continuous learning, reflection, and action. By embracing the journey with an open mind and a willingness to grow, you will become a more effective champion for inclusion and equity in the workplace.

Managing Trauma in Workplace – Zee Clarke

We all experience stressful situations at work. Proactively managing this stress is critical to bringing our best selves to the job at hand! Breathwork is a powerful tool to lower our stress levels, reduce anxiety, and improve our ability to focus despite the challenges. Join Zee Clarke, author of Black People Breathe, to learn breathing practices that you can do to improve your performance at work when you’re overwhelmed, triggered, or frustrated.  These practices are effective for people of color when faced with microaggressions and racism, and for all people when faced with the unique challenges in our lives.

Coaches

DeLayna Mitchell Elliott, Wealth Advisor & Coach

Sharmila Fowler- Pos , CDO, Echo Logistics

Zee Clarke , Author, Breath Black People Breathe

Pamela McElvane, CEO And Publisher, Diversity MBA Media

Transition & Break

Group Coaching (3 Sessions) (cont.)

Financial Literacy – James Thomas Stinson, CLU, CFP, Wealth Management Advisor, Northwestern Mutual

Everyone deserves access to financial security. Now, more than ever, financial management is more complex. In this session, gain insights on financial empowerment and a foundational understanding of money is critical to long-term financial independence.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion –Dr. Randal Pinkett

Diversity, equity and inclusion expert Dr. Randal Pinkett emphasizes that any effort to mitigate bias and promote inclusivity within an organization must start with individuals.  According to Dr. Pinkett, “At the end of the day, organizations do not change; people change.”  In this session, Dr. Pinkett will highlight excerpts from his book, Data-Driven DEI; along with the tools and metrics you need to measure, analyze, and improve DEI and why placing a primary focus on personal transformation is key.   

In his latest book, he introduces a five-step cycle that enables individuals and organizations to measure, analyze and enhance their DEI initiatives.  In this interactive group coaching session, Dr. Pinkett will draw on his three decades of experience to coach participants on how to improve their DEI efforts.  

Managing Trauma in Workplace – Zee Clarke

We all experience stressful situations at work. Proactively managing this stress is critical to bringing our best selves to the job at hand! Breathwork is a powerful tool to lower our stress levels, reduce anxiety, and improve our ability to focus despite the challenges. Join Zee Clarke, author of Black People Breathe, to learn breathing practices that you can do to improve your performance at work when you’re overwhelmed, triggered, or frustrated.  These practices are effective for people of color when faced with microaggressions and racism, and for all people when faced with the unique challenges in our lives.

Dr. Randal Pinkett, Author, Data Driven DEI

James Thomas Stinson, CLU, CFP, Wealth Management Advisor, Northwestern Mutual

Zee Clarke, Author, Black People Breathe

TOP 100 REUNION WELCOME & CELEBRATION RECEPTION

Entertainment:

Entertainment:  Latin Jazz

Photo Lounge

Reggie Miller, Board Chair, VP & Chief Diversity Officer, McDonalds; and Executives

Opening Remarks: CEO McDonalds

Thought Leader Connector – Miriam Lewis Chief Diversity Officer, Principal Financial Group