Pursuing DEI for Strategic Advantage

Research demonstrates that more diverse teams working in inclusive environments outperform their peers when addressing complex problems. Is it possible that emphasizing the strategic advantages of pursuing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) can help accelerate the pursuit of inclusive environments among our community? This session will explore examples of these benefits, share practical approaches to how they can be pursued, and engage in candid dialogue about what can get in the way.

Outcomes: Explore examples of the strategic benefits of inclusive workplaces * Consider approaches to translate these benefits to your organization and institution * Dialogue on the implications of higher ed IT demographic trends and statistics