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Transformational DEI Certificate Program: Module 2 – DEI Strategy

July 22, 2020 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Virtual via Zoom

Event Details

  • Build your fluency in diversity, equity, and inclusion as a business leader. During our DEI Strategy module, you’ll understand DEI from an organizational point of view.

Tickets

  • Thanks to generosity from sponsors, we’re offering this certificate at a reduced fee this summer as part of our desire to build a more inclusive Boston.
  • Member Rate: $40/module or $100/certificate which includes 3 modules (6 sessions)
  • Government Rate: $40/module or $100/certificate which includes 3 modules (6 sessions)
  • Non Member Rate: $80/module or $200/certificate which includes 3 modules (6 sessions)

Build your fluency in diversity, equity, and inclusion as a business leader. During our DEI Strategy module, you’ll understand DEI from an organizational point of view.

Our Transformational DEI Certificate will now be delivered virtually and thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, at a special reduced fee to ensure accessibility to this important content as we build a more inclusive Boston.  Space will be limited. Confirm your registration today!

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce and Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group are proud to announce a new partnership that will benefit professionals looking for more fluency and training in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as well as actionable tools and techniques to bring back to their workplaces in an exciting new certificate program.

Overview of the Transformational DEI Certificate

Fluency and training in diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical for business success in our increasingly complex and networked worlds, and the urgency has never been more clear.  Offered in partnership with Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group, participants at any level of their organization will be equipped with actionable tools and techniques to bring back to their workplaces. 

The certificate program will include three modules each split into 2 two-hour sessions for a total of six sessions. Each module will build in complexity, starting with foundational understanding, building to DEI strategy for businesses, and concluding with training on the nuanced aspects of DEI including unconscious bias and microaggressions. We encourage more than one person per organization to participate to help increase organizational comfort with and adoption of learnings. Modules can be taken separate however to earn a digital certificate, one must complete all three modules (a total of six sessions).

About Module 2: DEI Strategy

  • Session 1 – Wednesday, July 22, 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
  • Session 2 – Friday, July 24, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

This module takes DEI thinking to the next level. Attendees will walk away with a deeper understanding around diversity and inclusion strategy.  In this session we will discuss the reasons organizations work on diversity, equity and inclusion, why DEI doesn’t just happen organically, the actions organizations can take that are proven to advance DEI, and how to measure progress. This module is ideal for someone with foundational understanding of DEI, as well as anyone with strategic responsibilities within their organization.

Earn the FULL Transformational DEI Certificate!

If you are interested in full certification, please select the certificate option at checkout. We will automatically register you for this module and the ones below. 

Module 1: DEI Foundation

  • Session 1 – Tuesday July 14, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
  • Session 2 – Friday, July 17, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

Module 2: DEI Strategy

  • Session 1 – Wednesday, July 22, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
  • Session 2 – Friday, July 24, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

Module 3: DEI Nuance

  • Session 1  – Tuesday, July 28, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
  • Session 2 – Friday, July 31, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this program meant for?

  • Professionals looking for more fluency in DEI as well as actionable tools and techniques to bring back to their workplaces. This could be an individual contributor, human resources representative, diversity and inclusion professional, or manager. We encourage more than one person per organization to participate to help increase organizational comfort with and adoption of learnings.

What if I’m brand new to the DEI world and / or already a DEI professional?

  • Join us! We’d love to learn with and from you. We do require you to complete all modules to earn the certificate even if you have previous knowledge.

How often is this certificate being offered?

  • We will offer this program at least twice a year – starting summer and fall 2020. 

How many sessions do I need to attend to receive the certificate?

  • The certificate includes three modules with two sessions each. You must attend each module (total of 6 sessions) to earn the certificate. The same modules will be repeated in the fall.

Can you take the modules separately?

  • You can take the modules separately, but you must attend both sessions in each module. If you’d like to earn the certificate, you must attend all three modules: DEI Foundation, DEI Strategy and DEI Nuance.

What is the certificate?

  • You will be awarded a virtual badge to include on your LinkedIn profile. You can also reference the certificate on your resume.

How will the program be delivered?

  • We will use a password protected Zoom meeting to host all 2020 sessions.

Is there any pre-work?

  • There is no pre-work for the certificate. You may be provided with resources to explore on your own after the session is completed.

I’m interested in this program but not sure how to convince my company/supervisor to invest in it and let me take time off of work to attend – any advice?

  • We have you covered. Check out this sample email you can send to the decision-maker to explain the details and why this is important for you to participate in. 

I want the member rate – how do I become a member of the Chamber?

  • Membership is made on the company level so first check our member directory to see if your company is a member of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce.
  • If not, you or someone with decision making abilities should complete an online application and someone from our member services team will reach out.

Caitlin Fisher

Director of Leadership Initiatives

[email protected]
617-557-7358

FEATURING

Su Joun

Principal at Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group Featured Presenter

Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group is led by Su Joun (she/her/hers), a Diversity & Inclusion scholar and practitioner with deep comprehensive senior business…Read more
Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group is led by Su Joun (she/her/hers), a Diversity & Inclusion scholar and practitioner with deep comprehensive senior business leader and entrepreneur experience in diverse industries from financial services to publishing to health care. In addition to fueling the Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group, Su is an adjunct Professor at Suffolk University teaching Global Human Resources Management, Organizational Behavior and CareerLAUNCH classes. She was the Vice President of Talent, Diversity and Inclusion at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) where she led the enterprise diversity and inclusion, talent acquisition, performance management and leadership development, and associate engagement teams. In addition to expertise in Diversity & Inclusion and talent management, she held leadership roles in IT & operations, marketing, sales and call centers at BCBSMA, Key Corp, and Virgin Money. Su also founded and operated a publishing company. This breadth of experiences enables her to fully understand and “speak the language” of the various business areas and leaders allowing for true partnership to champion Diversity & Inclusion goals and programs. Su received her MBA from Suffolk University and her MS in Nonprofit Management from Northeastern University. She currently serves as the Board Vice-Chair for the UMASS Center for Collaborative Leadership. Her thought-leadership on Diversity & Inclusion and talent overall has been showcased in the Skillsoft video library, the Urban Update, in various articles in BBJ and Workable.com, and she has presented to various audiences such as the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, NAAAP, HubSpot, CFO Roundtable, and Commonwealth Compact.

​​Amanda Martinez

Consultant, Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group Featured Presenter

Amanda Martinez is a Consultant with Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group who has extensive experience assisting organizations improve their strategic operations…Read more
Amanda Martinez is a Consultant with Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group who has extensive experience assisting organizations improve their strategic operations with a concentration on diversity and organizational development. Her previous experience includes similar roles in the non-profit, medical device, consulting, semiconductor, consumer products and aerospace industries. Most recently, Amanda was the Executive Director of the Latino STEM Alliance; a non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire and empower underserved youth through STEM education. Ms. Martinez supports many non-profit organizations and has a strong passion for STEM, diversity and mentoring initiatives. This passion has been exhibited through her involvement in many organizations including serving on the Global Employee Resource (ERG) Council and HOLA ERG core team for Boston Scientific and as a founding member of the Greater Boston Diversity Collaborative; a collaboration of Fortune 500 companies tasked with raising diversity awareness and support within the Greater Boston area. Amanda’s passion is also shown through her work as the Board President for the Obama Foundation’s My Brother’s Keeper initiative in Nashua, NH and as a workgroup member of the NH Race & Equity initiative. Amanda’s dedication to her community has been recognized by the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots Foundations and by MassMentoring and the Highland Street Foundation as their inaugural Ignite Award Honoree. Amanda was also recognized as one of El Planeta’s POWERMETER 100’s “Most Influential People for Latinos in Massachusetts”. Amanda is an alumna of the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth where she also served as a board member of the school’s Alumni Association.

​Jen Coburn

Consultant, Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group Featured Presenter

Jen Coburn (she/her/hers) is a Consultant with Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group. She discovered her passion for this work while serving as the Global Staffing…Read more
Jen Coburn (she/her/hers) is a Consultant with Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group. She discovered her passion for this work while serving as the Global Staffing Specialist for Oxfam America. During that time, Jen was a founding member of both the Oxfam America and Oxfam International Diversity and Inclusion Working Groups. She helped to plan and organize Oxfam’s participation in the Boston Pride Parade for over five years. She helped to build Oxfam’s diversity recruiting strategy and saw a marked increase in the level of diversity in the talent pipeline. During her time at Oxfam, Jen frequently collaborated with the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) and the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) and has spoken at their events. She was awarded the MRC Distinguished Employer Award in 2017 and received a Certificate of Recognition from MCB in 2016. She received her Bachelor’s degrees in Anthropology and Psychology from the University of Rhode Island and is a Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certified Professional. Prior to joining Oxfam, Jen taught English to Kindergartners in Seoul, South Korea.

Zainub Ruane

Consultant, Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group Featured Presenter

Zainub R. Ruane (she/her/hers) is a Consultant with Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group. Zainub has nearly a decade of experience working with Global Fortune 500…Read more
Zainub R. Ruane (she/her/hers) is a Consultant with Diversity@Workplace Consulting Group. Zainub has nearly a decade of experience working with Global Fortune 500 Companies such as Boston Scientific, Olympus America and Chubb Corporation. She has developed and influenced product marketing on a regional and international level. The majority of her experience is in the medical device industry where she marketed surgical devices and systems. While serving as a Global Product Manager for Boston Scientific Corporation(BSC), she realized her passion for diversity and inclusion. At BSC she served as the Women’s Network liaison for the Cambridge, MA office, an experience which exposed her to corporate D&I strategy. Throughout all of her roles Zainub has played an active part in supporting team and organizational culture. She received her Master’s in Business Administration from Babson College, and her Bachelor’s degrees in Political Science with a minor in Anthropology from Rutgers University. Most recently Zainub completed a certificate in Diversity and Inclusion from eCornell.

Agenda

  • 8:45-9:00 a.m. Registration, Breakfast, and Networking

  • 9:00 a.m. Welcome & Introductions

  • 9:20 a.m. Business Case, Barriers and Challenges

  • 10:40 a.m Break

  • 10:50 a.m. Proven Practices, Employee Resource Groups

  • 12:00 p.m. Break

  • 12:05 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Discussion, Actions You Can Take, Commitments

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