2025 PeopleDev@work | @workevents.org

Feb 26, 2025
11:30am-3:30pm ET

About the Event

Welcome to Inclusion@work: Building Equitable and Engaging Work Environments

Join us for the Inclusion@work learning experience, where cutting-edge research and strategies come together to transform workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). As only 14% of companies consider their DEI programs advanced, leveraging data-driven insights and fostering psychological safety have never been more crucial.

Creating environments where employees feel valued and heard is essential for engagement and performance. Companies prioritizing mental health and active listening cultivate cultures where diverse perspectives thrive, leading to higher retention rates and overall well-being.

This program offers actionable insights, best practices, and networking opportunities with peers committed to building inclusive workplaces. Secure your spot today and join the movement shaping the future of work. Let's create equitable and engaging environments together.

Presenters

Gretchen Bellamy

Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Piedmont Health Services

Sarika Lamont

Vice President, People

Vidyard

Zech Dahms

Community Engagement Leader

achieve Engagement

George Rogers

Chief Culture Officer

Lighthouse Research & Advisory

Angela R. Howard

Founder

Call for Culture

Ellen Bailey

VP, Business & Culture Transformation

Harvard Business Publishing

Camille Tate

Head of Talent

Strava

Kristina Karcic-Ehret

HR Advisor

NextGen People Partners

Charlotte Jones

Employee Experience, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Rite Aid

David Bator

Managing Director

Achievers

Santonio Isom

SVP, DEI Leader

Marsh McLennan

Meisha Ratliff

CEO and Founder
One One Cocoa LLC

11:30am EST
TO
11:40am EST

Agenda

Zech Dahms, Community Engagement & Content Lead at achieve Engagement

George Rogers, Chief Culture Officer, Lighthouse Research & Advisory

Opening Remarks & Welcome

If It’s Happening in the World, It’s Happening at Work

The workplace is a microcosm of society, and we are on the cusp of the greatest workplace transformation since the industrial era. The norms, paradigms, and social systems that rule the world at large do not disappear when people “clock in.” Instead, they are unseen forces that perpetually shape the world of work. If we want to improve organizational culture and well-being at work and truly understand what our team members want and need, it is time to shift our perspective. Instead of focusing on the latest insular HR or business trend, it is time for a more expansive, extrospective approach that humanity within and outside of work.

Angela R. Howard, Founder & CEO, Call For Culture

11:40am EST
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12:10pm EST

12:10pm EST
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1:25pm EST

In today's dynamic business environment, returning to the fundamentals of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is crucial for driving sustainable change. "Rebuilding the Building Blocks" emphasizes how simplifying DEI strategies can propel your efforts forward, even amidst budget constraints and shifting priorities. Learn how foundational steps and focusing on "The One Thing" can make a significant impact without overwhelming resources, ensuring DEI remains integral to your business strategy and goals.

Learning Outcomes:

Practical Strategies: Discover foundational steps for creating structural change and integrating DEI into business strategies.
Effective Communication: Learn how to build strong business cases for DEI and communicate its value in business terms.
Simplicity in Action: Understand the power of simplicity in DEI efforts, focusing on key actions that drive significant impact.

Join us to uncover simple yet powerful practices that keep DEI at the forefront of your organization's priorities, ensuring inclusion drives positive change and sustainable growth.

Speakers:

Santonio Isom, SVP, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, Marsh McLennan
Ellen Bailey, VP Business & Culture Transformation, Harvard Business Publishing
David Bator, Managing Director, Achievers

Rebuilding the Building Blocks: Simple Foundations for Lasting Change

1:25pm EST
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2:05pm EST

Moderator: Zech Dahms, Community Engagement & Content Lead at achieve Engagement

Panelists:

Sarika Lamont, Vice President, People, Vidyard
Camille Tate, Head of Talent, Strava
Gretchen Bellamy, Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Piedmont Health Services

A Generative Dialogue Around The World Of Inclusion & Belonging

Strong leadership commitment and accountability are critical for driving successful diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. "Leading the Way to Inclusion" explores how leaders can set clear goals, provide resources, and integrate DEI into performance metrics to achieve significant progress. This session delves into creating environments where employees feel valued and heard, promoting active listening, and managing conflicts productively to foster psychological safety and support mental health.

Learning Outcomes:

Leadership Accountability: Discover how to set DEI goals, allocate resources, and integrate DEI into performance metrics for meaningful change.
Creating Inclusive Environments: Learn strategies to ensure all voices are heard and valued, fostering psychological safety and mental health.
Tactical Actions: Gain insights on implementing leadership tenets, creating action plans, and developing scorecards for tracking DEI progress and accountability.