{"id":12,"date":"2024-08-20T22:28:18","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T22:28:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/emergingconference.com\/2026\/?page_id=12"},"modified":"2026-04-21T17:09:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T22:09:38","slug":"schedule","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/emergingconference.com\/2026\/schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"Schedule"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 30px;\">Schedule<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><b><strong>Dates:<\/strong><\/b> May 19\u201320, 2026<br \/>\nTheme: <b>We\u2019ve Got Now. Next.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_tabs _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Day 1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<style>\nhr.style-six {\n    border: 0;\n    height: 0;\n    border-top: 1px solid rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\n    border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.3);\n}\n<\/style>\n<h3>Day 1: Tuesday, May 19 \u2013 Leading in the Now<\/h3>\n<p><b>9:00 AM \u2013 Opening Keynote<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>We\u2019ve Got Now: The Emerging Leader Moment<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This keynote opens the conference by exploring why emerging leaders are essential in today\u2019s workplace. The session highlights the mindset, confidence, and leadership habits needed to step forward with impact. Attendees will leave with clarity on how to lead in the present moment and maximize today\u2019s opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr class=\"style-six\">\n<p><b>10:30 AM \u2013 Panel Discussion<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>From Potential to Impact: Stepping Into Leadership Now<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Industry leaders share how rising professionals can turn potential into meaningful leadership influence. Topics include visibility, ownership, mentorship, and navigating early-career growth. Participants will gain practical insight into what it takes to move from promise to performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr class=\"style-six\">\n<p><b>12:00 PM \u2013 Lunch\/Break<\/b><\/p>\n<hr class=\"style-six\">\n<p><b>Concurrent Sessions I (1:30 PM \u2013 2:45 PM)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\/\">Track A: Executive Presence for Today\u2019s Workplace<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This session focuses on building confidence, communication, and professional presence in real-world environments. Attendees will learn strategies to strengthen credibility, speak with clarity, and show up as leaders in meetings, projects, and team settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\/\">Track B: Career Momentum and Personal Branding<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A practical session on positioning yourself for opportunity through intentional career strategy. Participants will explore networking, personal value, and building a professional identity that supports long-term growth. Attendees will leave with tools to create momentum in their leadership journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr class=\"style-six\">\n<p><b>Concurrent Sessions II (3:00 PM \u2013 4:15 PM)<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\/\">Track A: Leading Without the Title<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This session highlights how emerging leaders create influence through initiative, collaboration, and problem-solving. Attendees will learn how to lead effectively regardless of role or seniority. The session provides actionable strategies for driving impact from any position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\/\">Track B: High-Impact Skills for the Next Generation<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attendees will explore the leadership skills shaping the future workplace, including adaptability, innovation, and emotional intelligence. This session prepares emerging professionals to stay competitive and future-ready in a rapidly evolving world. Participants will leave with a roadmap for what\u2019s next.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr class=\"style-six\">\n<p><b>4:30 PM \u2013 Day 1 Wrap-Up<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key takeaways from the day\u2019s sessions and a preview of the future-focused leadership and recognition themes coming on Day 2.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Day 2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Day 2: Wednesday, May 20 \u2013 Preparing for What\u2019s Next (Half-Day)<\/h3>\n<p><b>9:00 AM \u2013 Closing Keynote<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Next: The Future of Leadership Starts With You<\/b><br \/>\nThis keynote explores how leadership expectations are evolving across industries and generations. Attendees will gain insight into leading with agility, purpose, and long-term vision in a changing workplace. The session reinforces how emerging leaders can shape the future starting now.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"style-six\">\n<p><b>10:30 AM \u2013 Recognition Ceremony &amp; Emerging Leaders Awards<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>We\u2019ve Got Next: Rising Leaders, Lasting Impact<\/b><br \/>\nThis ceremony celebrates emerging professionals and organizations shaping the future of leadership. The session honors excellence, highlights standout leaders, and closes the conference with inspiration and momentum. 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margin-bottom:30px;\">Schedule<\/h1>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee style=\"margin-bottom:30px;\">*The conference is being held over a three-day period. The full conference starts on November 10th. November 10th will be a day dedicated to Training. 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margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:15px; color: red; font-weight: bold;\">Please note that the conference schedule, conference sessions, and speakers are subject to change.<\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- April 18 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!--<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-1\" class=\"tab-content current\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Day One &#8211; April 18<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston &#8211; 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>7:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Program<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification: Red Class I<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>8:00 a.m. &#8211; 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5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification: White Class I<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">NDC Members Meeting\/Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>DiversityFIRST\u2122 ERG Academy Certificate: Red Class<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Inclusive Leadership Certificate: Red Class<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>1:00 p.m. &#8211; 2:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Breakout Sessions<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 -><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Leading a Self-Managed Diversity Council<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee><\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 -><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">The Role of the Education Committee<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee><\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>2:15 p.m. &#8211; 3:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Breakout Sessions<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 -><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Utilizing Community Partnerships to Strengthen Your Local Council<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee><\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 -><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Communicating the National Diversity Council\u2019s Brand<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee><\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>-><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- Tuesday October 27 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-3\" class=\"tab-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Pre Conference &#8211; October 4-8<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013> 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m. PST<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"subtitle\"><!--Keynote - <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">Donna Brazile<\/a> (12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.)--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!--Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Luncheon Keynote &#8211; Dr. Cornel West (12 p.m.)<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote &#8211; Donna Brazile (4 p.m.)&#8211;><\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Pre-Conference Events<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>7:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration\/Grab &#038; Go Breakfast<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training Certificates<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <pee><b>*<a href=\"\/2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/certified-inclusive-leader-marketing-material.pdf\">Certified Inclusive Leader Certification<\/a><\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                This class is 2.5 days and will be offered twice during the week, October 4-6 &#038; October 6-8.<\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <pee><b>*<a href=\"\/2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/racial-justice-certification-brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Racial Justice Institute Certification<\/a><\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                The class is 2.5 days and will be offered twice during the week, October 4-6 &#038; October 6-8.<\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--\n\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:165px;\">9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>(6 hrs)<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">Allyship Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">Anti-Racism Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">Belongingness Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">DEI Basics Certifcate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">DEI &#038; Talent Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">Implicit Bias Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">Inclusive Leadership Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">Learning to Lead Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/training\/\">Women in Leadership Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                *All participates will receive a certificate for their 6 hours of training on the various topics listed above.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Summits<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"http:\/\/diversitytechweek.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Diversity Tech Week<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Real Estate D&#038;I Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Financial Services Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Diversity Officer Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:15 p.m. &#8211; 1:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">Donna Brazile<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:00 p.m. &#8211; 1:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Luncheon Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Aster Angagaw<\/a> and <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Julian Castro<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>4:00 p.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Closing Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Donna Brazile<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>6:00 p.m. &#8211; 8:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Reception<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Award Ceremonies<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Chief Diversity Officers<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Chief Talent Officers<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                CSR Companies<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Leadereship Excellence in Real Estate<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <!--<em>*National ERG Summit and National Diversity Talent Summit are two different pre conference events<\/em>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- Wednesday, October 28 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-4\" class=\"tab-content current\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Certifications &#8211; January 28<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>9:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m. CT<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Luncheon Keynote &#8211; Dr. Renu Khator, Ana Navarro, and Anne Chow (11:45 a.m)<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote &#8211; James Comey (4:15 p.m.)<\/span>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>7:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration\/Grab &#038; Go Breakfast<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training Sessions<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:220px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m. CT<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <a href=\"\/2023\/training\/\">ERG Leadership<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <pee>*All training sessions are for 6 hours, 9 a.m. &#8211; 4 p.m, PST.<\/pee> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:200px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 10:20 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2021\/sessions\/\">Industry\u2019s Future Workforce: Impact of Millennials and Gen Z<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2021\/sessions\/\">DEI Best Practices Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2021\/sessions\/\">Women Who Lead<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Summits<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Corporate Responsibility Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/diversitytechweek.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Diversity Tech Week<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ergconference.com\/2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National ERG Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationalwomensconference.com\/2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Women&#8217;s Conference<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Energy D&#038;I Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Sports Summit<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:40 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session II<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2021\/sessions\/\">Multicultural Leadership Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2021\/sessions\/\">Leveraging Data to Create Your DEI Planning<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2021\/sessions\/\">Women Who Lead<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>1:00 p.m. &#8211; 2:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Keynote&#8211;><!--Luncheon Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Dr. Renu Khator<\/a>, <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Ana Navarro<\/a>, and <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Anne Chow<\/a>--><!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:30 p.m. &#8211; 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1:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Keynotes: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">Anne Chow<\/a> and <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">Marie Myers<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>2:45 p.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session IV<\/a>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Addressing Health Equity in the ERA of COVID-19: Understanding Healthcare<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Building a Coaching Culture to Develop Change Management Capabilities<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Diversity Best Practices Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Latino Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leading with Emotional Intelligence<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Personal Branding<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Transforming your Workplace Culture<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Veteran Best Practices Roundtable\/The Long Road Home; Navigating through America as a Veteran<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>3:00 p.m. &#8211; 4:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session IV<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Building a Coaching Culture to Develop Change Management Capabilities<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Cultivating Globally Conscious Leaders: Cultural Differences and their Impact on Success<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Latino Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leading with Emotional Intelligence<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Moving Beyond a Seat at the Table:  Modernizing The Concept of Diversity in Health Care Leadership<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Transforming Company Culture; 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5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#dei\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 DEI Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<b>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Program<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Red Class V<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification White Class IV<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Blue Class III<\/a>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Summits<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; 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Tracking<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      Explore frameworks and tools for capturing ERG success, including engagement metrics, retention data, and cultural impact. 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Learn how to start, organize, and align ERGs to business objectives.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">Inclusive Leadership Strategies<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      Explore how inclusive leadership empowers teams, builds equity, and strengthens company culture. Gain insights on fostering psychological safety and cultural awareness.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">12:20 p.m. &#8211; 1:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Keynote Panel<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              \tIndustry leaders discuss the evolving role of ERGs in driving organizational change, advancing DEI priorities, and preparing for the future of work.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">1:50 p.m. &#8211; 3:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2022\/sessions\">Concurrent Session III<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">Advanced ERG Leadership Training<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      Take leadership skills to the next level with advanced strategies for governance, succession planning, and cross-ERG collaboration.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">ERGs &#038; Workplace Culture Transformation<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      Understand how ERGs shape organizational culture, enhance engagement, and influence policy. Real-world examples will highlight culture-shifting initiatives.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">Leadership &#038; Emotional Intelligence<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    \tLearn how emotional intelligence drives better communication, team cohesion, and trust in ERG leadership and beyond.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">3:00 p.m. &#8211; 4:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session IV<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">A Guide for Aligning Business Strategy, Culture, and Leadership Practices<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Anti-Racism Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Belongingness<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Intersectionality; Gender, Race, Colorism, and Their Impacts on the Modern Worker<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leading with Emotional Intelligence<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Moving on Up: Tips and Tricks on Getting the Job<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Race, Racism, &#038; Privilege<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Women Who Lead<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">4:30 p.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing\/Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">Carly Fiorina<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--Old April Conference Schedule\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">7:00 a.m. &#8211; 8:45 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/conference\/coaches-corner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Coaches Corner I<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">7:30 a.m. &#8211; 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9:15 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Concurrent Sessions I<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Taking a Stand: The Role of Stakeholders in Community Transformation [C]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">A Guide for Aligning Business Strategy, Culture, and Leadership Practices [CM]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">The Politicization of Minority Health: Navigating Health Policy in an Era of Rhetoric [H]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Diversity Best Practices Roundtable [DI]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">People with Disabilities: An Untapped Community Ready to Work! 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11:45 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Workshops II<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Experience a Practicing Inclusion Workshop: Create measurable culture change [DI]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leading a Multigenerational Workforce [L], Jamie Belinne<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">ABC\u2019s of LGBTQ+ [DI], Stan Kimer<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Unconscious Bias [DI], Tracy Goyne<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:00 a.m. &#8211; 11:15 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Featured Speaker<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:45 a.m. &#8211; 11:45 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Concurrent Sessions III<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">What Every Leader Should Know About Leading Change\/How Leaders Can Let Go and Effectively Lead [CM]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Emerging Leaders [L]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">The Long Road Home: Navigating through America as a Veteran [DI]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Diagnosing a Toxic Company Culture and How to Fix It [CM]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Latinx Roundtable [LA]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">12:00 p.m. &#8211; 1:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Luncheon Keynote<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:00 p.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Workshops III<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Building an Inclusive Leadership Environment [L], Larry Perkins<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leadership Derailed: How to Overcome Your Greatest Leadership Challenges [L], Julianne Cenac<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Handling Difficult Conversations [L], Jamie Belinne<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">ABC\u2019s of LGBTQ+ [DI], Stan Kimer<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Unconscious Bias [DI], Tracy Goyne<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:15 p.m. &#8211; 3:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Concurrent Sessions IV<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Recruiting Veterans [DI]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Cultivating Globally Conscious Leaders: Cultural Differences and their Impact on Success [G]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">If It Can Happen to Serena, It Can Happen to You: Achieving Equity in Women\u2019s Health and Healthcare Leadership [H]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Intersectionality: Gender, Race, Colorism, and their Impacts on the modern worker 2 [DI]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">People with Disabilities: An Untapped Community Ready to Work! [DI]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:30 p.m. &#8211; 3:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Featured Speaker<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:30 p.m. &#8211; 3:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/coaches-corner\/\">Coaches Corner IV<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:30 p.m. &#8211; 3:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Concurrent Sessions V<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Enhance Your Ability to Lead Change and Drive Results through Developing Your Change Intelligence (CQ) [CM]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Emerging Leaders [L]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">HR\u2019s Role in Championing Diversity within their Organization [HR]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Diagnosing a Toxic Company Culture and How to Fix It [CM]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Be Better, Live Better [PD], Michelle Lynn Washington<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">3:00 p.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Featured Speaker<\/b><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">4:15 p.m. &#8211; 5:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Closing Keynote: Carly Fiorina<\/b><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Award Ceremonies<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                CIO\/CTO<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- September 7 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-6\" class=\"tab-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Full Conference &#8211; November 12<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>9:00 a.m. &#8211; 1:30 p.m. CST<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote &#8211; Magic Johnson (11:15 a.m.)<\/span>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>6:30 a.m. &#8211; 9:00 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration Open\/Grab &#038; Go Breakfast<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#erg-academy\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 ERG Academy Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#unconscious-bias\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Unconscious Bias Workshop Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#inclusive-leadership\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Inclusive Leadership Certificate<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:220px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 10:10 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2022\/sessions\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">Allyship in Action<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t\tMove beyond theory to practice by exploring what it means to be an active ally in the workplace. Learn strategies for meaningful support and advocacy.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">Five Lessons Learned from ERG Journeys<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t\tA reflective session that distills key takeaways from seasoned ERG leaders on growth, sustainability, and overcoming challenges.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">Creating, Sustaining &#038; Scaling ERGs<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      Explore the lifecycle of ERGs from launch to expansion. Gain insights into sustaining momentum, growing membership, and aligning with business strategy.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:10 a.m. &#8211; 10:30 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Break<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:30 a.m. &#8211; 11:40 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2022\/sessions\">Concurrent Session II<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2026\/sessions\">Global ERG Strategies<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t\tDiscover how to build ERGs that thrive across borders, cultures, and regions. Learn how to adapt ERG models for global impact while maintaining alignment with local needs.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2022\/sessions\">Measuring ERG Impact and ROI<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t\tDive into the metrics and methodologies that connect ERG efforts with business value. This session highlights how to tell a compelling story with data.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                      <a href=\"\/2022\/sessions\">Storytelling for ERG Influence<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t\tExplore how narrative and storytelling can amplify ERG impact, secure executive buy-in, and engage wider audiences.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  \t<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">12:20 p.m. &#8211; 1:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote\/Recognition<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              \tA forward-looking keynote that highlights the evolving future of ERGs, the power of collective leadership, and the role of belonging in shaping workplaces of tomorrow.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">12:45 p.m. &#8211; 1:45 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session III (CSR)<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:165px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 10:20 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"javascript:void();\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">Creating Inclusive Teams<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">Women in Tech<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">Effectively Managing Your Career<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">Leading with Confidence, Power, and Integrity<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">Imposter Syndrome<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:40 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"javascript:void();\">Concurrent Session II<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">Race, Racism &#038; Privilege<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">Leadership &#038; Emotional Intelligence<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">LGBTQ+<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">The Importance of Selfcare<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"javascript:void();\">&#8220;Be The Change&#8221;<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">12:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!-- Old April Schedule \n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">7:00 a.m. &#8211; 8:30 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/coaches-corner\/\">Coaches Corner<\/a><\/b><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">7:30 a.m. &#8211; 9:15 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Workshops I<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Developing an Inclusive Leadership Lens [L]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">The Immigrant Perspective in Relation to Diversity &#038; Inclusion [M], Nandini Nair<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Relationships Critical to Success [PD], Gindi Vincent<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t<\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:15 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Featured Speaker<\/b><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>\t\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:15 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b>Concurrent Sessions I<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Essential Skills to Leadership [L]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">How to Reach Your Leadership Potential [L]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">General Counsel Panel on Culture [LE]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Facilitating Critical Conversations on Race, Equity, and Justice [SJ]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Attraction and Retention: The Best Ways to Manage Top Talent [T]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">The Influence of Culturally Relevant and Responsive Teaching [EDU]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">The Representation Debacle: Showing the Face of America [MARK]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Increasing Education Opportunities for Minorities in STEM [STEM]<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:15 a.m. &#8211; 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