Diversity webcasts:
RECRUITING AND ASSISTING COMBAT-EXPOSED VETERANS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Presenter: Edward Crenshaw, Jr., DESTIN Enterprises
Date of presentation: March 2009
SIX DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION GLOBAL MEGA-TRENDS
Presenter: Ted Childs, Ted Childs LLC
Date of Presentation: April 8, 2009
From the 2009 Diversity Conference:
Play Helps Turn Ideas into Reality
Author Kevin Carroll told attendees at the SHRM Diversity Conference & Exposition that play can be an important route to success. He noted how a red rubber ball helped him gain confidence to play sports and develop relationships while he was growing up.
Diversity Officers Focus on People
At the SHRM Diversity Conference & Exposition, chief diversity officers shared advice for getting the most out of their employees through diversity and inclusion practices.
Gutierrez: It’s HR’s Time to Shine
Former executive and government official Carlos Gutierrez told SHRM members to demonstrate leadership.
Betances: Diversity Is Not Equal Opportunity
There’s a difference between diversity and equal opportunity, though each is essential, according to Dr. Samuel Betances, a diversity consultant.
The Journey to Inclusive Leadership
To be regarded as an inclusive leader, one must live a set of values that place human relationships at the center of business, said John Dorland, senior associate for Graybridge Malkam. But he noted that getting there is a journey, not a program.
Speaker Understands Male and Female Experiences
Donna Rose, president of TransEducate in Pittsford, N.Y., has a unique perspective, having spent the first 40 years of her life as “a straight white guy” before becoming a woman.
What Makes Minority Executives Derail?
“The playing field is still not level for minorities, the election of Barack Obama notwithstanding,” said Darryl A. Simon, president and CEO of Vantage Growth Strategic Advisors. “In spite of all the progress, there’s a lot more work to be done.”
Focus on Business to Achieve Diversity Strategy
“You don’t really need a business case for diversity,” said Clyde Jones, former chief diversity officer with ADP. “Your business case is your business strategy.”
