Description

Date: Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 | 7:30AM - 6:30 PM
Where: UCAR 3090 Center Green Dr. Boulder, 80301

Elevate your leadership and take your organization’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) to the next level at this all-day conference designed to offer more than just conversation—it’s your roadmap to action. This day-long experience brings together industry experts and thought leaders who will share personal stories, cutting-edge strategies, and practical tools to drive meaningful change in your organization. You’ll leave with clear, actionable steps to implement DEI initiatives that will positively impact your talent sourcing, recruitment, and retention efforts.

The day will be packed with value, from breakfast and lunch to a curated happy hour with intention—each designed to facilitate deeper connections and conversations. Expect thought-provoking sessions on topics such as 

• Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace
• Leveraging Technology for DEI
• Sourcing Diverse Candidates
• De-escalation Training
• And more

This is more than an event; it’s a transformative experience where you’ll gain tangible insights to improve your workplace culture and your bottom line. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, engage, and lead the way toward a more inclusive future.

Featuring Keynote Speaker 


Reiland Rabaka, PhD
Director of the Center for African & African American Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Agenda 

7:30 AM      Registration, Breakfast & Networking
8:25 AM      Opening Remarks      
8:45 AM      Keynote Presentation, 
                   Dr.Reiland Rabaka, PhD,  Director of the Center for African & African American Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder

9:45 AM     Workshops - (choose from)
                   Track 1: Leveraging Technology to Support DEI - Coastal Payroll
                   Track 2: Inclusion & Belonging - Bill de la Cruz
                   Track 3: De-escalation Skills- Pollack Peace Building - Sara Jackovich

11:15AM     Lunch, Pillsbury Theater Presentation & REACH - Breaking the Ice: Building Bridges Through Perspectives in the Workplace  

1:45PM    - Break-
2:00 PM   Panel:  Sourcing Diverse Candidates

3:00 PM   Workshops - (choose from)
                      Track 1: Difficult Conversations - Pollack Peace Building - Sara Jackovich 
                      Track 2: Inclusion & Belonging - Bill dela Cruz
                      Track 3: Simplify Communication to Improve Trust, Recruitment and Inclusion  - Lee Shainis

4:15PM    - Break-
4:30 PM   Panel: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace
                            UCAR, Cam Brinkworth  
5:30 PM   Happy Hour, "Party with a Purpose"   

Your ticket includes: Over eight hours of impactful content presented by respected leaders in their areas of expertise, a continental breakfast, a hot lunch, a complimentary beverage during networking time, access to a DEI vendor booth fair, and  to a network of like-minded business professionals who value diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Cost: 

Members | $250
Non Members | $280 

A limited number of scholarships are available based upon need.
Read Scholarship Criteria and How to Apply Here >>
Questions? Please contact us at events@boulderchamber.com

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Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Scott.Firle@boulderchamber.com

COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS: By attending this event, all participants are expected to abide by these, BOULDER CHAMBER Community Agreements and Code of Conduct.

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