Chicago Business Email Newsletter: Network with DEI Leaders on September 19 (August 21, 2024)

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Join the Discussion on The Business Case for DEI

On September 19, Crain's will host a panel of thought leaders to discuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)—the widely discussed acronym that has swiftly evolved from a corporate buzzword to a business imperative. The business case for diversifying your organization's workforce remains compelling. The panel will explore the current state of DEI initiatives, the bottom-line benefits for organizations like yours and what the future may hold.

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Meet the Speakers

Keiana Barrett

Chief Diversity & Engagement Officer
Sterling Bay

Keiana Barrett has over 30 years of experience in supplier diversity, government affairs, equity and inclusion, crisis communication, and community engagement. She is celebrated for her innovative economic mobility blueprints, integrated communication strategies, and leadership development modules.

Brian Fabes

Managing Director
Corporate Coalition of Chicago

Brian Fabes is Managing Director of the Corporate Coalition, leading 45 Chicago companies in rethinking hiring, procurement, and investment to reduce economic and racial inequities. He is also a Senior Fellow at NORC, focusing on reducing gun violence. Brian previously served as CEO of Civic Consulting Alliance and held roles at National Louis University, McKinsey & Company, and the University of Arizona.

Liz Thompson

CEO
Cleveland Avenue Foundation for Education

Liz Thompson, CEO of The Cleveland Avenue Foundation for Education Group, supports Leaders of Color in education. She began her nonprofit career with City Year Chicago and led expansions at Family Star Montessori School. Liz co-founded Cleveland Avenue, LLC, with her husband, Don. She serves on several boards and holds an Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue, with numerous accolades, including an Honorary Doctorate from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

Moderator: Andrea Sáenz

President and CEO
The Chicago Community Trust

Andrea Sáenz is President and CEO of The Chicago Community Trust, aiming to create a prosperous Chicago region with equitable opportunities. She previously led strategy at Chicago Public Library and served as Chief of Staff at Chicago Public Schools. Andrea also held roles at the U.S. Department of Education and HACE. She earned an MPA from the University of Pennsylvania and a B.A. from Scripps College.

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