ElevateIT: DFW Technology Summit 2022 - Women In Technology Roundtable

ElevateIT: DFW Technology Summit 2022 | 5.26.22 | Irving Convention Center

Women In Technology Roundtable - Fostering Diversity & Inclusion in Our Workplace

Moderator: Sailaja Kotra-Turner - CISO, Brown-Forman

Panelists: Jeanette Wayne - VP Information Technology, Revision Skincare

Jessice Nemmers - CSO, Elevate Credit

Pratibha Aphale - VP Information Security, Goldman Sachs

Kathleen Erickson - VP of IT, Omni Hotels & Resorts

Abstract:

Why do we need to bother about Diversity and Inclusion (D&I)? Is there value in taking the critical steps to evolve into a more diverse culture? Research has found that D&I 1) helps foster and contribute to enriched innovation, collaboration, and creativity; 2) broadens the talent pool and attracts enhanced skill sets. 3) Improves market reputation and trust therefore increasing customer base. 4) Improves investor and regulatory relationships and much more.

Have you taken the initiative to measure your company’s D&I so that you know where to begin and what gaps you need to fill? By performing a full gap analysis based on D&I it can promote credibility and key stakeholders buy-in and highlight your strengths and weaknesses. Continued measured results based on qualified quantifying markers, like customer and employee surveys and monitored project goals and revenue goals, will help spearhead forward progress.

Although most Top Executives believe D&I is important, how to implement a successful policy while successfully embedding it into the current culture is not clear and not easy. Many leaders are not predisposed to discussing diversity and inclusion openly. Many don’t know even how to begin or whether the discussion will be well received. By inviting in third party professional trainers and advisors planning and forward progression will go more smoothly.

Forward-thinking Executives will make Diversity and Inclusion a priority to create a competitive edge and maintain resilience. Interact with these amazing thought leaders and take steps toward improving D&I.

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