Mission
Now in its 11th year, The Summit on Leading Diversity is the nation's premiere diversity event and plays an integral role in creating and sustaining inclusive work environments that enable organizations to operate more effectively in a global marketplace. Linkage prides itself on the quality and depth of the program and remains committed to showcasing a collection of the most vital tools, strategies, and best practices available in the diversity field.
Learning to:
- Use a relationship-based model to propel your diversity initiative to the next level
- Improve global relationship management skills
- Exemplify the behaviors of an inclusive leader
- Retain and develop diverse talent
Who Attends
Linkage's Summit on Leading Diversity attracts over 900 participants each year, including:
- Diversity Practitioners—Chief Diversity Officers, VPs, Directors and Managers
- VPs, Directors, and Managers of HR
- Corporate Diversity Council Members
- Line Managers and Business Unit Leaders
- Diversity Change Agents
Learning Tracks
- Track 1: Diversity Management: A Relationship-Based Model
- Track 2: Retention and Succession Planning: Keeping them Onboard and Engaged\
- Track 3: Internal / External Partnerships: Strategic Relationships that Matter
- Track 4: 2020 Cultural Competence Issues: Building Relationships through Deeper Understanding
- Track 5: Courageous Conversations: 2010 Relationship Dynamics
- Track 6: Thriving in a Global Economy: Navigating Relationships Locally and Abroad
- Track 7: Leading with Trust and Authenticity: Confronting Barriers Head On
- Track 8: Business Development: Linking Employees and Customers