From Company Statements to Strategic Imperative

A little over a year ago, DEI was a one-time generalized training that checked a box. Now, C-Suite executives are prioritizing DEI because it has become part of their Environmental, Social, and Corporate (ESG) strategy that is overseen by their board. Many say we’re at an inflection point: one where DEI can no longer be considered a side hustle. And, while we’ve made much progress over the past few years, gaps and vulnerabilities remain. As we look to 2022 and beyond, the grace period has expired. Organizations can no longer risk doing nothing. DEI will remain key to attracting a diverse pipeline, retaining top talent, and growing customer loyalty. In this session, you’ll hear from some of the leading staffing DEI advocates in our space: Moderated by Leslie Vickrey, CEO and Founder of ClearEdge Marketing, with panelists Sunny Ackerman, President of the Americas for SThree, Ross Cadastre, Founder and CEO at Innovative Talent Solutions and President of the Black Business & Professional Association, Don Harvey, SVP of DEI for Kforce, and Korryn Williamson, Director of DEI for Insight Global. They’ll discuss the great opportunity the staffing industry is holding in the palm of its hands, how to get buy-in and jump start your efforts, and how the employer and employee contract has changed forever. They’ll also provide real examples and stories of the impactful change they're implementing, not only for their own organizations, but also for the companies they serve.