In an increasingly polarized society and workplace, D&I is more-important than ever to attract and retain the best talent and enable full contribution. However, the effectiveness of many D&I initiatives has fallen short, and employee resource groups (ERGs), once considered a core component, are being called into question: Are they still relevant? Do they enhance inclusion? Do they drive business improvements? In this session you will hear best practices, research and proven practices that encourage sponsorship and long-term traction and build the employer brand. By applying an organizational effectiveness lens and aligning with business priorities, ERGs leapfrog from affinity groups to strategic partners with an organizational mission. You will:
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Marjorie Derven
director
Valeocon Management Consulting
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Marjorie Derven, Director, Valeocon Management Consulting, delivers Diversity & Inclusion strategies and initiatives to some of the world’s best companies, combining D&I expertise with Organizational Effectiveness, Change Management and Learning, to create integrated approaches that produce sustainable results. Marjorie works with clients to establish strategic alignment, clarify key priorities for resource allocation and create designs that have buy-in at mutiple organizational levels and functions. With a view of organizations as ecoystems, Marjorie collaborates with clients to design best fit solutions. The author of many blogs and articles, Marjorie is a frequent speaker on D&I best practices.