Banking leaders recognize that becoming more inclusive is essential to thriving in the 21st century. By improving hiring practices, lending procedures, employee engagement, and community relationships, those who transcend divisions and cultivate a greater sense of belonging are those who will flourish in today’s rapidly evolving world. This webinar will explore the benefits of inclusion and provide concrete strategies for improving decision making, organizational policies, and business approaches that will help attendees diversify their thinking and grow their ability to foster meaningful connections between communities.
Key Takeaways:
- Define inclusion
- Explore benefits of being more inclusive
- Survey examples of more inclusive business practices
- Explore concrete practices to foster inclusion
Presented by Deanna Singh and Dr. Justin Ponder
Deanna Singh is a business consultant, speaker, and podcaster who is internationally recognized for her work in leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Deanna helps her clients create more equitable and inclusive work environments and engage more authentically within their internal and external communities.
Dr. Justin Ponder is a professor who teaches courses on ethnic studies, African-American studies, and ethnic minority literature. He has been published in numerous journals and books on the issue of race and identity politics, exploring ways to bridge the gap between who we are and who we must become to achieve a more equitable world for others.