Building Effective DEI Programs for Organizational Success
Danielle Stewart, President & CEO - Paragon HR Consulting
This comprehensive DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) training workshop is designed to equip participants with the foundational knowledge necessary to understand the importance and impact of DEI initiatives in the workplace. Aimed at HR professionals, leaders, and anyone interested in fostering an inclusive work environment, this session will guide attendees through the critical elements of designing and implementing a DEI program that aligns with their organization's unique needs and goals.
Participants will explore the key concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion, understanding not only their definitions but also how they interact to create a more dynamic and productive workplace. The workshop will provide practical tools and strategies for assessing current DEI efforts, identifying gaps, and setting clear, achievable objectives.
Through interactive discussions and real-world case studies, attendees will learn how to build DEI programs that not only address compliance but also enrich organizational culture, enhance team collaboration, and drive innovation. The training will highlight how to measure the impact of DEI initiatives, ensuring that the programs deliver tangible benefits in terms of employee engagement, talent retention, and overall business performance.
By the end of this session, participants will be well-equipped to champion DEI within their organizations, creating environments where every employee feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive. The workshop emphasizes the positive return on investment that effective DEI programs can bring, showcasing the known benefits relative to the effort involved in fostering a truly inclusive workplace.
ABOUT DANIELLE STEWART
Danielle Stewart has been providing a vast array of human resource solutions to organizations of all sizes and across multiple industries and geographic locations since founding Paragon Consulting Group over 16 years ago. Her experience in this multi-dimensional capacity has given her a unique expertise that provides Paragon clients with a highly valuable and effective perspective in resolving their human resources challenges.
Her experience includes supporting highly sensitive matters such as death and violence in the workplace, successfully addressing workplace culture issues, developing HR strategy to resolve organizational challenges, policy development, and creating and facilitating mentorship programs for individuals looking to build their skills or transition into the field of HR. She is a strong advocate for building workplace cultures that lead to operational and financial success for her clients. Danielle has built successful Human Resources Departments from the ground up and is also an expert in renovating existing departments to maximize efficiency. She is passionate about effectuating positive change and seeing her clients thrive, especially as it relates to their Human Resources functions.
Danielle has over eighteen years of comprehensive human resources leadership experience and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Corporate Leadership at Alvernia University, an ACBSP-accredited program. She holds an MBA with a concentration in Human Resources from Alvernia University and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from Towson University, in Baltimore, Maryland. Danielle is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and she is a professional member of both the Institute for Management Consultants and the Society for Human Resources Management.
Date and Time
Wednesday Apr 3, 2024
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT
Location
Center for Business Excellence
49 Commerce Dr., Wyomissing, PA 19610
Fees/Admission
This session is free of charge and open to GRCA members and future members.
Contact Information
Keith Stamm
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