Panel Discussion: Breaking Barriers: Strategies to Enhance Inclusivity for Women in the Workplace
October 28
TIME: 12:30PM – 1:00PM
SPEAKERS:
Susan Graye, Global Director, Talent Acquisition, Vontier
Stephanie McClendon, Chief of Retail Community Banking, EVP, First Federal Bank
Joy Right, VP, Talent Acquisition and Executive Search, Flagship Pioneering
George Smallwood, Director – Employee Relations, Global HR Services Delivery, AT&T Communications
This discussion will delve into pivotal strategies aimed at fostering greater equity for women in the workplace. Despite progress, gender disparities persist, hindering the full realization of women’s potential. This presentation will spotlight actionable strategies to dismantle barriers, cultivate inclusivity, and empower women to thrive in all spheres of professional life.
- Fostering environments where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is embedded in organizational DNA
- Ensuring transparency and fairness in compensation practices, conducting regular audits to identify and address gender-based pay gaps
- Establishing formal mentorship and sponsorship programs to provide women with access to guidance, support, and opportunities for career advancement
- Embracing flexible work arrangements that accommodate diverse needs and lifestyles, enabling women to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments
- Prioritizing leadership development initiatives that shatter glass ceilings
