Eden-Renee Hayes
CEO and Owner
Pluralism Solutions, LLC
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Eden-Reneé Hayes (aka Dr. E) is a DEI strategist and executive coach with 15 years of experience driving genuine inclusion and addressing DEI challenges. As CEO of Pluralism Solutions, she guides organizations to enhance equity in hiring, boost retention, and tackle unconscious bias that hinders business success. Dr. E is a respected expert on bias, intersectionality, and cultural competency, with research showcased at major conferences and published in key academic outlets. Committed to community impact, she mentors emerging leaders and serves on nonprofit boards. Dr. E holds a B.A. from Wesleyan University and a Ph.D. from Tulane University.

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Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 2:15pm to 3:15pm
Eden-Renee Hayes
CEO and Owner
Pluralism Solutions, LLC
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Eden-Reneé Hayes (aka Dr. E) is a DEI strategist and executive coach with 15 years of experience driving genuine inclusion and addressing DEI challenges. As CEO of Pluralism Solutions, she guides organizations to enhance equity in hiring, boost retention, and tackle unconscious bias that hinders business success. Dr. E is a respected expert on bias, intersectionality, and cultural competency, with research showcased at major conferences and published in key academic outlets. Committed to community impact, she mentors emerging leaders and serves on nonprofit boards. Dr. E holds a B.A. from Wesleyan University and a Ph.D. from Tulane University.

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Miguel Joey Aviles
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Chief Belonging Officer
MJA & CO, LLC
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Miguel is the Chief Belonging Officer of MJA & CO, a Minority-owned consulting firm helping leaders leverage DEI as a catalyst to improve recruitment, engagement, and retention.  Recognized as a LinkedIn's Top Voice in Racial Equity, Top 15 Champion of Diversity by Diversity Global Magazine, a Top 100 Executive by Diversity MBA Magazine, and featured as an Inclusion Innovator by SHRM.

Miguel served as the first civilian Chief of D&I in the history of the US Coast Guard.  He started his career as diversity recruiter and for over a decade held several leadership positions in 3 major Federal Departments. Miguel is a TEDx speaker, featured at the Washington Post, the Chicago Tribune, and Telemundo.

 You can learn more about him by visiting www.migueljoeyaviles.com

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Martinus Evans
Founder
Slow AF Run Club
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Martinus Evans is a dynamic and sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences of all sizes with his incredible journey of resilience and determination. As an 8-time marathoner who defied the odds and founded the Slow AF Run Club, Martinus empowers others to embrace their personal journeys, no matter their pace or size. His best-selling book, Slow AF Run Club, has sold over 25,000 copies. Named Changemaker of the Year by Well+Good and Outsider of the Year by Outside Magazine, Martinus is a trusted voice on resilience and personal transformation. Martinus has been featured in over 250 media outlets including ABC, CNN, ESPN, FOX, TIME, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal. Connect with Martinus on social media: @MartinusEvans.
 

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Martinus Evans
Founder
Slow AF Run Club
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Martinus Evans is a dynamic and sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences of all sizes with his incredible journey of resilience and determination. As an 8-time marathoner who defied the odds and founded the Slow AF Run Club, Martinus empowers others to embrace their personal journeys, no matter their pace or size. His best-selling book, Slow AF Run Club, has sold over 25,000 copies. Named Changemaker of the Year by Well+Good and Outsider of the Year by Outside Magazine, Martinus is a trusted voice on resilience and personal transformation. Martinus has been featured in over 250 media outlets including ABC, CNN, ESPN, FOX, TIME, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal. Connect with Martinus on social media: @MartinusEvans.
 

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Kim Ho
Chief Human Resources and Impact Officer
Leverage to Lead LLC
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Kim Ho is the Chief Human Resources and Impact Officer at Leverage to Lead LLC. She helps employees and organizations create equitable and inclusive HR strategies, policies, and procedures.  She invests in practicing and sharing Human-Centered Practices to help organizations operationalize and live their values.

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Shirley Davis, SHRM-SCP
President and CEO
SDS Global Enterprises, Inc.
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Dr. Shirley Davis, CSP, President of SDS Global Enterprises, a global workforce solutions firm, is an award-winning Human Resources expert, with over 30 years of business experience in a variety of senior executive roles for several Fortune 100 companies, as well as her last role of Vice President of Global Diversity and Inclusion for the Society for Human Resource Management. She’s also a best-selling author of 5 books, serves on the National Speakers Association and the NSA Foundation Boards, and the Make A Wish Foundation Board. She is a popular facilitator for eight LinkedIn Learning leadership courses.

 

 

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Leah Chevalier Truscott
Director - Inclusion and Belonging
McKesson
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Leah is an internal Inclusion and Belonging consultant and has held several roles in HR and Talent Management.  She has a personal mission to coach others to reach their highest potential, bring their best selves to the workplace and help leaders develop the capabilities of their teams. 

Her background has spanned several industries and both large and small companies. She holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Texas A&M University and a post-Graduate certification from Georgetown University. 

Outside of work, Leah actively volunteers, is an avid runner and enjoys time with family.

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Leah Chevalier Truscott
Director - Inclusion and Belonging
McKesson
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Leah is an internal Inclusion and Belonging consultant and has held several roles in HR and Talent Management.  She has a personal mission to coach others to reach their highest potential, bring their best selves to the workplace and help leaders develop the capabilities of their teams. 

Her background has spanned several industries and both large and small companies. She holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Texas A&M University and a post-Graduate certification from Georgetown University. 

Outside of work, Leah actively volunteers, is an avid runner and enjoys time with family.

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Donna Bungard
Sr. Accessibility Program Manager Marketing
Indeed
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Donna Bungard, a strategic force, integrates disability inclusion into Indeed’s brand DNA, prioritizing accessibility and belonging. Her work focuses on dismantling systemic barriers with partnerships and processes that embed inclusion deeply within the company’s culture.

 

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Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm