2025 National Diversity & Leadership Conference
2025 National Diversity & Leadership Conference

Schedule

*The conference is being held over a three-day period. The full conference starts on September 7th. September 7th will be a day dedicated to Certification. Concurrent sessions will start on September 8th

  • Certifications
    September 7
  • Full Conference
    September 8
  • Full Conference
    September 9

Please note that the conference schedule, conference sessions, and speakers are subject to change.

Pre Conference - October 4-8
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. PST
Training Certificates

*Certified Inclusive Leader Certification
This class is 2.5 days and will be offered twice during the week, October 4-6 & October 6-8.

*Racial Justice Institute Certification
The class is 2.5 days and will be offered twice during the week, October 4-6 & October 6-8.
Certifications - September 7
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST Certification

*All training sessions are for 6 hours, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m, CST.
Full Conference - September 8
9:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. CST
General Conference
9:15 a.m. - 10:25 a.m. CST Concurrent Session I
  1. ERG Measurements & Tracking
    Explore frameworks and tools for capturing ERG success, including engagement metrics, retention data, and cultural impact. Learn how to translate ERG activities into measurable business outcomes.
  2. ERG Best Practices
    Hear from practitioners on proven approaches for structuring, managing, and scaling ERGs effectively. This session highlights real-world lessons, common pitfalls, and actionable strategies.
10:25 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. Virtual Networking Break
10:40 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Concurrent Session II
  1. ERG Leadership Training
    Designed for ERG leaders, this session offers tools for strategic planning, influence-building, and navigating organizational challenges.
  2. ERG Foundations: From Idea to Impact A practical introduction for organizations new to ERGs. Learn how to start, organize, and align ERGs to business objectives.
11:50 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch Break
12:30 p.m. - 1:40 p.m. Keynote Panel
Industry leaders discuss the evolving role of ERGs in driving organizational change, advancing workplace priorities, and preparing for the future of work.
1:40 p.m. - 1:55 p.m. Afternoon Break
1:55 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Concurrent Session III
  1. Advanced ERG Leadership Training
    Take leadership skills to the next level with advanced strategies for governance, succession planning, and cross-ERG collaboration.
  2. ERGs & Workplace Culture Transformation Understand how ERGs shape organizational culture, enhance engagement, and influence policy. Real-world examples will highlight culture-shifting initiatives.
3:15 p.m. - 3:25 p.m. Virtual Break
3:25 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Concurrent Session IV
  1. Cross-ERG Collaboration Strategies
    Learn how ERGs can partner across groups to amplify impact, increase visibility, and support enterprise-wide initiatives.
  2. Executive Sponsorship & Allyship Explore how executive champions and allies strengthen ERGs, build accountability, and foster inclusive workplace cultures.
Full Conference - September 9
9:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CST
General Conference
9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. General Session: The Future of ERGs & Employee Engagement
10:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. Virtual Break
10:10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Concurrent Session IV
  1. Cross-ERG Collaboration Strategies Learn how ERGs can partner to amplify impact, increase visibility, and support enterprise-wide goals.
  2. Executive Sponsorship & Allyship Explore the role leaders and allies play in sustaining successful ERGs and creating inclusive workplace cultures.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Closing Keynote & Conference Takeaways