WON Agenda - July 2009
Hosted by Wells Fargo
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July 23 = Diversity Day
July 24 = EEO Compliance Day
AGENDA -
Responding to the New Diversity Challenges
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 - Diversity Day
8:30 AM Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM Announcements and Introductions
- Introduction of ORC Staff
- Round-the-room introduction of meeting attendees
- Meeting logistics and materials
9:15 AM Profitability, Productivity and Potential of Disabled People in the Workforce (Not Avialable)
As the US population of people with disabilities grows, employers will continue to be challenged with not only accommodating, but also with leveraging this important segment of the workforce. Disability expert Nadine Vogel advises companies, government officials and policy makers on issues disability in the workplace, and will present case studies from leading organizations that are tapping into the potential of this group.
10:45 AM Break
11:00 AM Best Practice: Leveraging Diversity Councils
Hear how member organizations are best utilizing their diversity councils to articulate a business case, tie diversity to business strategy, and engage business leaders in D&I work.
12:30 PM Lunch
1:30 PM Tour of Wells Fargo and Corporate History Museum
2:00 PM Exploring Diversity Competency and Development
One of the most important elements of a successful diversity initiative is the least talked about: the capabilities of the diversity leader. In this session we'll explore ORC's competency model for diversity professionals and champions, and participants will have the opportunity to assess their own strengths and brainstorm development ideas with colleagues.
3:30 PM Break
3:45 PM Trends and Developments in Diversity and Inclusion - July 2009
ORC Worldwide will provide a trend update covering recent developments and new research in the field.
Diversity Roundtable
This confidential discussion provides members an opportunity to pose questions and share experiences with peers from other companies in an interactive group forum. Suggested topics can be sent in advance to liz.macgillivray@orcww.com
or presented at the meeting.
5:00 PM Adjourn
6:30 PM No-host dinner
Please join us for a fun meal and continued networking at a dinner at a local San Francisco restaurant. Feel free to bring a guest!
Meeting Materials and Handouts
Is Multiculturalism or Color Blindness Better for Minorities?
AGENDA - Responding to the New Enforcement Challenges
Friday, July 24, 2009 - Compliance Day
8:00 AMContinental Breakfast
8:30 AM Legislative and Regulatory Update - July 2009 and Member Roundtable
Nita Beecher , ORC Worldwide, will give an update on legislative and regulatory compliance issues arising since the last meeting, and members will have an opportunity for roundtable on any other compliance-related topics.
Topics include:
• ADAAA regulations
• Background Checks
• OFCCP audit developments
• Federal legislation - new and proposed
• State legislative and regulatory developments
• Supreme Court update
10:15 AM Break
10:30 AM EEO and AA Enforcement-What to Expect From the New Administration (Not Available)
Gary Siniscalco , Partner, Orrick
Democrats in the White House; a majority on the Hill: What does this mean for new EEO legislation and for EEOC/OFCCP enforcement? What should employers be thinking about? What should they be doing now? EEO expert and employment attorney Gary Siniscalco will brief members on the latest enforcement data and trends, and discuss what is happening at the agencies now.
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Confidential Member Roundtable continues
Private member discussion of topics related to EEO and AA compliance and policy. Topics maybe sent in advance to nita.beecher@orcww.com.
1:45 PM Meeting Wrap-Up
2:00 PM Adjourn
Next Meeting: October 6-7, 2009 in Chicago
Hosted by The Boeing Company
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