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20th Annual Diversity & Leadership Conference<\/h1>\n

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April 8 – 9<\/h3>\n

\nRenaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel<\/h4>\n

\n900 E Lookout Dr
\nRichardson, TX 75082
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April 11<\/h3>\n

6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.<\/h4>\n

\nA Conversation with President Barack Obama<\/em><\/h4>\n
\nHilton Anatole<\/h5>\n
\n2201 N Stemmons Fwy
\nDallas, TX 75207
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Visit website<\/a><\/p>\n

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April 10 – 12<\/h3>\n

\nHilton Anatole<\/h4>\n

\n2201 N Stemmons Fwy
\nDallas, TX 75207
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World Renowned Event<\/h2>\n

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Join Us in 2024!<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.3″ animation_style=”fade” global_colors_info=”{}”]You don\u2019t want to miss the 20th Annual Diversity & Leadership Conference, 2024. Internationally-renowned speakers will bring their unique experiences integrating various diversity and inclusion topics that you can apply to your personal and professional life. This year\u2019s conference kicks off with our National DEI Training Week<\/a> from March 18-21. The second week of the conference, April 15-18, includes panel discussion and workshops. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text – Overview” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ animation_style=”fade” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

Overview<\/h2>\n

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With hundreds of attendees, our 2024 Conference is, without a doubt, the place to be for extraordinary networking opportunities. Conference attendees include leaders and decision-makers from a variety of industries. With various sessions, workshops, and featured speakers that cover a wide range of topics, you can adapt your experience for optimal learning. From understanding how to be a better leader and creating a better workplace to embracing Multiculturalism and Diversity, there is something here for you.<\/p>\n

Join us in learning about the POWER of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion.<\/p>\n

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Enlighten<\/h2>\n

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Internationally-renowned speakers will bring their unique experiences integrating various diversity and inclusion topics that you can apply to your personal and professional life.<\/p>\n

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Members Only Meeting<\/h2>\n

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On April 8th, we are holding our inaugural membership meeting. The focus of the meeting is to equip, train and educate our members on how to best lead their local Diversity Councils in their perspective communities. Our local Diversity Councils bring together individuals from different organizations to learn and promote D&I in both their workplaces and communities.<\/p>\n

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Pre-Conference Events<\/h2>\n

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On April 9, we are holding our annual ERG National Summit, National Diversity Talent Summit, and Diversity 101 – Starting From Scratch. All three Pre-Conference events are tremendous opportunities for growth and development.<\/p>\n

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Great Opportunity to Learn<\/h2>\n

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With various sessions, workshops, coaches corners, and featured speakers that cover a wide range of topics, you\u2019ll be able to curate your experience for optimal learning. From understanding how to be a better leader and creating a better workplace to embracing Multiculturalism and Diversity, there is something here for you.<\/p>\n

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Network<\/h2>\n

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With over 5, 500 attendees, our 2020 Conference is, without a doubt, the place to be for extraordinary networking opportunities. The conference attendees will include leaders and decision-makers from a variety of industries. There is no better place to connect and strengthen your professional network.<\/p>\n

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Career Expo<\/h2>\n

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Please join us at our Career Expo on April 21, 2020. Your organization will be able to source experienced candidates while building brand recognition.<\/p>\n

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2020 Diversity and Leadership Summits<\/h2>\n

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These full day summits are enriched with learning opportunities, DiversityFIRST best practices, and inclusive topics and speakers. Choose your summit of interest and explore how to make a diverse and inclusive impact within these industries. <\/p>\n

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