Programs & Events

 

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2024 Annual Conference Speaker Lineup

Don’t miss this year’s Annual Conference, Harnessing the Power of Your Organizational Culture, on October 24 at the Washington, DC offices of Akin.

Our Annual Conference provides a unique opportunity to gather with prominent leaders committed to strategically addressing the critical issues around diversity, flexibility, and wellbeing. Held in Washington, DC, our speakers and attendees come together to explore success strategies for humanizing the workplace.

Each year, our conference brings together corporate leaders, partners at professional services and law firms, general counsel, and DEIB and talent management professionals who share how they’ve implemented successful strategies in their organizations for attracting and retaining top talent in ways that empower their people, foster innovation, and humanize their workplaces.

Highlights from this year’s speaker lineup include:

2024 Midday Keynote & Luminary Award Honoree

Barri Rafferty, CEO – Americas, Sodali & Co

Learn more about Barri and the 2024 Luminary Award HERE.

2024 Closing Keynote

Vernā Myers, Founder & CEO, DEI Pioneer, The Vernā Myers Company

Special Guest Speaker & Flex Leader Award Honoree

Wendy P. Davidson, President & CEO, Hain Celestial Group

Learn more about Wendy and the 2024 Flex Leader Award HERE.

See the full lineup of speakers HERE.

 

Registration is now open through October 4. More information about the conference and ticket pricing can be found HERE.

REGISTER FOR THE 2024 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Please contact Angela Whitehead Quigley with any questions.

 

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Invitation-Only Event: New Partner Report Summit

November 18, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET

The New Partner Report Summit – an invitation-only event that will share insights and trends from our forthcoming 2024 New Partner Report – will take place on November 18, 2024. The Summit will include in-depth discussions with leaders from firms that have achieved gender parity in their new partner classes for multiple years.

Featuring:

MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE

Not an Alliance member? Contact Mira Harris to inquire about receiving an invitation to this event.

Members: Please contact Angela Whitehead Quigley with any questions about the Summit or if you need help registering.

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Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better – December 4, 2024

2024 Signature Seminar

Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better

December 4, 2024 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm EST

Featuring: Kim Scott, Author & Co-founder of Radical Candor

During this Signature Seminar, Kim will describe what a Radically Respectful workplace is: one that optimizes for collaboration and honors each employee’s individuality. What gets in the way of Radical Respect? Bias, prejudice and bullying. Too often we conflate these three, which can make the problems they create feel monolithic and insoluble.

But it doesn’t have to be so bad! When faced with a difficult problem, it’s useful to break it down into its component parts. Kim will offer some simple definitions, and some effective responses to each. She will identify the things that upstanders and leaders can do to ensure that we build a culture where everyone does the best work of their lives and enjoys working together.

In this talk you will learn:

  • The difference between bias, prejudice and bullying
  • Some suggested responses to bias, prejudice and bullying
  • Some additional ways that upstanders can intervene
  • Some practical, tactical ways that leaders can prevent bias, prejudice and bullying on their teams.

This event is open to all individuals at member organizations. Not a member? Contact Angela Whitehead Quigley for more information. 

MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE
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Diversity & Talent Leader Innovation Circle – September 27, 2024

Members – please join us an upcoming Innovation Circle for Diversity & Talent Leaders that focuses specifically on DEI organizational structure, including discussion about the role of DEI Committees, DEI professionals, and Affinity Groups (Employee Resource Groups).

September 27, 2024 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm EST

We invite individuals at member organizations who hold the following roles (or the equivalent thereof in your organization) to register:

  • Chief Diversity Officer or DE&I Director
  • Chief People Officer or Director
  • Chief Talent Officer or Talent Director
  • Chief HR Officer or HR Director
MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE
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Maximizing Employee Retention – September 26, 2024

2024 Signature Seminar

Maximizing Employee Retention: Insights from the NALP Foundation’s Stay Study Report & Leveraging Stay Interviews for Organizational Success

September 26, 2024 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm EST

Featuring:

Fiona Trevelyan Hornblower, President & CEO, NALP Foundation

Jennifer Mandery, Vice President for Research, NALP Foundation

Mindy Herczfeld, Chief Legal Talent Officer, Cozen O’Connor

Manar Morales, President & CEO, Diversity & Flexibility Alliance

This session will delve into the NALP Foundation’s inaugural Stay Study Report, detailing the key factors driving associates’ decisions to remain at their firms. Our expert panel will provide an in-depth analysis of the report’s key insights exploring associates’ valuations of work allocation, compensation, benefits, firm policies, hybrid work, professional development, mentoring, DEI initiatives, and more.

We will further discuss how these findings can be practically applied within your organization, offering best practices for conducting effective stay interviews. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on crafting meaningful questions, creating a comfortable interview environment, and analyzing the data collected. Additionally, we will share actionable tips for utilizing the insights from stay interviews to develop targeted retention strategies and to foster a supportive work culture.

This event is open to all individuals at member organizations. Not a member? Contact Angela Whitehead Quigley for more information. 

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The Wellbeing Quotient in Cultivating Belonging – July 25, 2024

2024 Signature Seminar

The Wellbeing Quotient in Cultivating Belonging

Featuring Kori Carew, Chief Catalyst Officer & Founder, Bridge 68 LLC

July 25, 2024 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm EST

In this comprehensive 60-minute presentation, we will explore the critical intersection of well-being and belonging within professional environments. This session will delve into the definitions and interconnections of belonging, well-being, and employee engagement, and their vital roles in fostering inclusive, high-performing cultures.

Furthermore, the presentation will provide actionable strategies for cultivating a sense of belonging both at the individual and organizational levels, as well as for creating well-being-centric cultures within teams and organizations. By the end of this session, attendees will leave with practical, actionable tools and understanding to enhance their well-being, professional environments and relationships, promoting diversity, equity, and overall organizational success.

Program Objectives:

  1. Define Key Concepts: Provide clear definitions of belonging, well-being, and employee engagement, and explain their significance in the workplace.
  2. Explore Interconnections: Discuss the impact of well-being on inclusion and belonging, and how belonging influences well-being and employee engagement.
  3. Highlight Cultural Impact: Illustrate how belonging and well-being affect organizational culture and performance, and their dependence on diversity and equity.
  4. Strategize for Belonging: Present strategies for creating and enhancing a sense of belonging at both the individual and organizational levels.
  5. Promote Well-being Cultures: Offer practical approaches to foster well-being-centric cultures within teams and organizations, supporting overall employee well-being and engagement.

Additional resources include:

This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 1.0 hours of total CLE credit. Of these, 1.0 qualify as hours of credit for diversity, inclusion and elimination of bias (BCLE Reg. 302:1). If you would like to receive a certificate of attendance, please note the three codes provided during the session and submit your information HERE.

This event is open to all individuals at member organizations. Not a member? Contact Angela Whitehead Quigley for more information. 

Members: Contact Angela Whitehead Quigley for access to the recording (available through August 26, 2024).

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Announcing the 2024 Leadership Symposium

We’re excited to announce our 2024 Leadership Symposium curriculum – which includes three virtual seminars for individuals at Champion and Leader-level member organizations looking to expand their personal leadership style and business acumen.

We encourage Champion & Leader members to register even if you are unable to attend live as we will send the link to the recording directly to your inbox.

CHAMPION & LEADER MEMBERS - REGISTER FOR ALL 3 PROGRAMS HERE


Session 1: ERG/Affinity Group Leader Training feat. Manar Morales

July 11 | 1:00 pm ET

As a leader, you understand the need for structure, resources, and training to make sure your employee resource group (ERG)/affinity group succeeds. Join Alliance President & CEO, Manar Morales, to learn how to: structure ERGs/affinity groups and delegate responsibilities; best run and manage meetings; share lessons learned with other ERGs/affinity groups; impact leadership and decision-making; and, continuously monitor results.

This training is designed for anyone who leads or participates in an employee resource group or affinity group, or anyone who would like to start an ERG/affinity group at your organization.

CHAMPION & LEADER MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE


Session 2: Give to Grow: Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business & Your Career feat. Mo Bunnell

September 11 | 1:30 pm ET

Everyone knows developing relationships and business is a top priority, but what people aren’t taught is that you can do it in a way that feels great, where everyone wins at every turn.

In this dynamic session, Mo Bunnell, author of the book Give to Grow, will show you how to invest in relationships how to win the work you want at the clients you want—so you can make the impact you want.

*Please note that while most of our programs begin at 1:00 pm ET, this session starts at 1:30.

CHAMPION & LEADER MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE


Session 3: Diffusing Power Dynamics feat. Rudhir Krishtel

November 13 | 1:00 pm ET

Every relationship has power dynamics, often existing across race or gender-based differences. Is the power you exert dominating or empowering others? Hierarchical environments driven by dominant power dynamics are commonly not inclusive. Especially in dynamics where people feel unheard or uncomfortable sharing their experiences. In this workshop, participants will be guided to understand power dynamics, encouraged to explore how to diffuse them, and ultimately create workplace environments that can evolve past the unhelpful complexities that power dynamics create.

CHAMPION & LEADER MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE

The Leadership Symposium is open to Champion and Leader-level members. If you are an Advocate member that would like to learn more, please contact Angela Whitehead Quigley.

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Registration now open for the 2024 Annual Conference

We’re thrilled to announce our 2024 Annual Conference: Harnessing the Power of Your Organizational Culture to be held at the Washington, DC offices of Akin, (2001 K Street, NW) on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Each year our conference brings together trailblazers and thought leaders to share cutting-edge strategies for optimizing recruitment, retention, and engagement through DEI, flexibility, and well-being.

This year’s conference will focus on how to drive success with a strong organizational culture that prioritizes diversity, flexibility, and well-being. Stay tuned for more details on inspirational speakers, innovative content, and this unique opportunity to connect with other leaders focused on humanizing the workplace!

Alliance members receive two complimentary tickets to the Annual Conference. Members – please reserve your complimentary tickets no later than September 6th to ensure availability.

Early bird registration is now open through July 31. Reserve your spot today!

REGISTER FOR THE 2024 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

 

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Diversity & Talent Leader Innovation Circle – June 27, 2024

Members – please join us an upcoming Innovation Circle for Diversity & Talent Leaders:

June 27, 2024 | 1:00pm – 2:30pm EST

We invite individuals at member organizations who hold the following roles (or the equivalent thereof in your organization) to register:

  • Chief Diversity Officer or DE&I Director
  • Chief People Officer or Director
  • Chief Talent Officer or Talent Director
  • Chief HR Officer or HR Director
MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE
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Research Briefing: Highlights from Deloitte’s 2024 Women@Work Report – May 16, 2024

Special Member Event!

Research Briefing: Highlights from Deloitte’s 2024 Women@Work Report featuring Emma Codd, Deloitte’s Global Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer

May 16 | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm ET

Since 2021, Deloitte’s Women @ Work: A Global Outlook Report has provided insight into women’s experiences in the workplace. Join us as Emma Codd, Deloitte’s Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, talks through some of the key findings and recommendations from the 2024 report.

This event is open to all individuals at member organizations.

MEMBERS - REGISTER HERE