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Talent B
May 7th '25 / 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM PDT

DEI at a Crossroads: Navigating Pushback, Progress, Industry and Current Affairs

Panel

Understanding the Current DEI Landscape and Relevant Strategies

Explore the future of DEI amidst current pushback and evolving socio-political dynamics. Learn what’s really happening in corporate America and discover strategies to sustain and adapt DEI efforts, increase relevance, and deliver business value.

Speakers
Kristen Weirick
Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition
Alcon
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Candice Maxis
Chief People and Culture Officer
Canadian Olympic Committee
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What is the future of DEI? How real is the pushback on DEI today, and what are the drivers? What are the options and solutions? This session will delve into the reality behind attention-grabbing headlines, examining the current state of DEI in corporate America. We will also explore future trends and strategies to continue DEI work amidst the current socio-political environment.
  • Understanding the drivers of DEI pushback
  • Differentiating headlines from reality in DEI practices
  • Predicting future trends in DEI
  • Strategies to sustain DEI efforts in challenging environments
  • Increasing DEI’s relevance and delivering business value
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Speakers
Kristen Weirick
Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition
Alcon
Read more
Candice Maxis
Chief People and Culture Officer
Canadian Olympic Committee
Read more