Judy Whitcomb

Igniting Your DE&I Journey

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Over the last year, many organizations have made new or renewed commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Whether your organization has just begun a journey or wants to ignite a renewed commitment, the question remains – where do you start? Join this interactive panel to hear about the latest research, spark actionable ideas, and learn about resources and tools to support your organization’s DE&I strategy. During this panel discussion, you will:

  • Learn about the importance and value of building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
  • Learn about the importance of leveraging data to build your DE&I strategy by first examining industry trends to help HR executives examine their own culture, practices, policies, and opportunities to build an intentional DE&I strategy
  • Learn about best DE&I practices from top Fortune 100 companies along with healthcare and hospitality sectors
  • Learn about critical elements of a DE&I plan
  • Learn about organizations, resources, and tools to get you started on your DE&I strategy journey


Panelists:

  • Mako Fitts Ward, PhD, Assistant, Professor of African American and Women and Gender Studies in the School of Social Transformation Arizona State University
  • Jacquelyn Kung, DrPH, CEO, Activated Insights
  • Akerah Mackey, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist, Vi Living


Moderator:

  • Judy Whitcomb, SVP, Organizational Strategy and Effectiveness, Vi Living

Are We Reaching Older Americans as Employees as well as Residents?

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The workforce is aging, and according to a study conducted for AARP by Aon Hewitt, the number of Americans over 50 who are working or looking for work has grown significantly. What are the advantages of hiring older workers? Harvard Business Review has conducted studies with Deloitte that show age-diverse teams feel more psychological safety and are more innovative than teams that are age-biased. In fact, companies like Boeing and Walgreens actively invite older workers to come back after retirement, through specific programs branded as “returnships.” This panel of senior living HR leaders will explore the benefits of reaching the older workforce and highlight successful strategies for retaining them.

Panelist:
Cal Halvorsen, Ph.D., MSW, Assistant Professor and Faculty Associate, Boston College School of Social Work and the Center on Aging & Work at Boston College
Judy Whitcomb SPHR SHRM-SCP, SVP Human Resources Learning and Organizational Development, Vi Living

Moderator:
Mindy E. Feldbaum, VP, Workforce Programs, AARP Foundation

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