Remote work has evolved from being a trendy workplace dynamic to a full-fledged business strategy. However, another prominent – and unfortunate – trend is a lack of diversity in the workplace. Diversity is a critical success factor, and many business leaders may think that having a remote workforce is the be-all and end-all of this.…
Recently, I had a conversation with young woman from the United Kingdom. She asked me about the stickers I use for my Network Beyond Bias program. The stickers look like name tags. They say “Hello! I feel included when…” Usually toward the end of my programs, I prompt the audience to ask one another, “How…
It’s back-to-school time in Indiana, which means new teachers, new classes, and new classmates. Every year, I worry whether my kids will have friends in their classes, whether their teachers will recognize their unique talents, and whether the administrators support a truly inclusive learning environment. Is being an employee really any different? As our organizations…
Lead at Any Level, LLC is proud to announce its diverse supplier certifications as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) in the State of Indiana. This recognition allows women-owned companies like Lead at Any Level, LLC, as well as minority-owned companies, to compete with larger, more established firms when…
Half of your LGBTQ employees are still in the closet at work. (Source: Human Rights Campaign) Why should you care? Employees need to bring their full selves to work if they are to contribute at the highest levels. Perhaps you’ve already created Resource Groups or a Diversity Council to provide a sense of community and safety…
The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has invited Amy C. Waninger to present a deep-dive educational session at the 2018 ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition. The conference will be held August 18-21, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. Registration for the conference is available at https://annual.asaecenter.org/index.cfm. Organizers expect more than 5,000 association professionals and industry partners…
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The Northeast New York (NENY) CPCU Society Chapter, Inc., has invited Amy C. Waninger to present the keynote speech at its 2018 Diversity Breakfast. NENY CPCU is a local chapter of The Institutes Society of Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriters (CPCUs). The Society of Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriters, or CPCU Society, is a community of credentialed…
The Diversity + Inclusion Institute has invited Amy C. Waninger to present a webinar for its members on May 30. Organizers expect 30 to 40 diversity practitioners to participate. Waninger’s presentation will focus on effective techniques for giving and receiving feedback, which she cites as a critical gap for professional women. Download the full press…
The Society for Diversity has invited Amy C. Waninger to present in their monthly webinar series. The series covers a wide variety of topics related to diversity and inclusion. Waninger’s session, Network Beyond Bias, will help participants expand their professional networks with a focus on diversity and inclusion.