{"id":354,"date":"2018-11-24T08:31:57","date_gmt":"2018-11-24T08:31:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2019\/?page_id=354"},"modified":"2026-07-10T23:39:36","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T04:39:36","slug":"schedule","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2027\/conference\/schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"Schedule"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; 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class=\"tab-link current\" data-tab=\"tab-3\">Training<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><b>March 9-11<\/b><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <!--\n\n<li class=\"tab-link\" data-tab=\"tab-4\">Pre-Conference<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><b>April 13<\/b><\/li>\n\n--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<li class=\"tab-link\" data-tab=\"tab-5\">Day One<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><b>April 13<\/b><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<li class=\"tab-link\" data-tab=\"tab-6\">Day Two<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><b>April 14<\/b><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<li class=\"tab-link\" data-tab=\"tab-7\">Day Three<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><b>April 15<\/b><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <!--\n\n<li class=\"tab-link\" data-tab=\"tab-8\">Day Four<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><b>April 10<\/b><\/li>\n\n--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><pee style=\"margin-left:15px; font-weight:bold; margin-top:15px; margin-bottom:15px;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <span style=\"color:#ff0000;\">Please note that the conference schedule, conference sessions, and speakers are subject to change.<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!--Breakfast & Lunch will be provided on each day from April 8-10.--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- April 18 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!--<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-1\" class=\"tab-content current\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Day One &#8211; April 18<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston &#8211; 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>7:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- 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[et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/allyship-certification-brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Allyship Certification<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/belonging-certification-brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Belonging Certification<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2021\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/certified-inclusive-leader-marketing-material.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Certified Inclusive Leadership Certification<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- 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The training is provided by DiversityFIRST\u2122.<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification: White Class I<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">NDC Members Meeting\/Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>DiversityFIRST\u2122 ERG Academy Certificate: Red Class<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Inclusive Leadership Certificate: Red Class<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>1:00 p.m. &#8211; 2:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Breakout Sessions<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 -><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Leading a Self-Managed Diversity Council<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee><\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 -><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">The Role of the Education Committee<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee><\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>2:15 p.m. &#8211; 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March 10-12<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"subtitle\"><!--Keynote - <a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">TBD<\/a> (12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.)--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!--Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Luncheon Keynote &#8211; Dr. Cornel West (12 p.m.)<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote &#8211; Donna Brazile (4 p.m.)&#8211;><\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Pre-Conference Events<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>7:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration\/Grab &#038; Go Breakfast<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"> <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:220px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2024\/training\/#5-essential-leadership-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 Essential Leadership Skills<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2024\/training\/#creating-a-diversity-first-culture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Creating A &#8220;Diversity First\u2122&#8221; Culture<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2024\/training\/#culturally-competent-leaders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Culturally Competent Leaders<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2024\/training\/#emerging-leaders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Emerging Leaders<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">March 10<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:220px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#deiassessment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DEI Assessment<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#dei-certificate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DEI Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#executive-leadership-development\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Executive Leadership Development<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">March 11<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:220px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#dei-strategy-planning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DEI Strategy &#038; Planning<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#employee-resource-group-erg-strategy-workshop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Employee Resource Group (ERG) Strategy Workshop<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#inclusive-leadership\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inclusive Leadership<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">March 12<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:220px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#belonging-first-psychological-safety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Belonging First\u2122 &#038; Psychological Safety<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#leading-people-teams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leading People &#038; Teams<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltrainingweek.org\/2026\/training\/#emerging-leaders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Emerging Leaders<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">March 24<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:220px;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Summits<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\">&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"http:\/\/diversitytechweek.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Diversity Tech Week<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Real Estate D&#038;I Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Financial Services Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Diversity Officer Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:15 p.m. &#8211; 1:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">Donna Brazile<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:00 p.m. &#8211; 1:30 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Luncheon Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Aster Angagaw<\/a> and <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Julian Castro<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>4:00 p.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Closing Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">Donna Brazile<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>6:00 p.m. &#8211; 8:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Reception<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Award Ceremonies<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Chief Diversity Officers<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Chief Talent Officers<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                CSR Companies<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Leadereship Excellence in Real Estate<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"width:200px;\">9:30 a.m. &#8211; 10:45 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 1<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 2<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 3<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 4<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>10:45 a.m. &#8211; 11:05 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>11:05 a.m. &#8211; 12:20 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session II<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 1<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 2<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 3<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 4<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:20 p.m. &#8211; 12:40 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:40 p.m. &#8211; 1:40 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Keynote<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>1:40 p.m. &#8211; 2:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>2:00 p.m. &#8211; 3:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session III<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 1<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 2<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 3<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2022\/conference\/sessions\/\">Room 4<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>3:15 p.m. &#8211; 3:35 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>3:00 p.m. &#8211; 4:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Concurrent Session IV<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Building a Coaching Culture to Develop Change Management Capabilities<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Cultivating Globally Conscious Leaders: Cultural Differences and their Impact on Success<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Latino Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leading with Emotional Intelligence<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Moving Beyond a Seat at the Table:  Modernizing The Concept of Diversity in Health Care Leadership<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Transforming Company Culture; Building a Team for Success<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/sessions\/\">Veteran Best Practices Roundtable\/The Long Road Home; Navigating through America as a Veteran<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\t\t\t<\/ol>\n<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>3:35 p.m. &#8211; 4:35 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Closing\/Keynote<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <!--<em>*National ERG Summit and National Diversity Talent Summit are two different pre conference events<\/em>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- Saturday, April 13 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-4\" class=\"tab-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Pre-Conference &#8211; April 13<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--Luncheon Keynote - Sheila Talton (12:00 p.m)<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--Closing Keynote - James Comey (4:15 p.m.)<\/span>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Pre-Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"width:225px; vertical-align:top;\">7:00 p.m. &#8211; 9:00 p.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <b><em>Awards Dinner Keynote: <a href=\"\/2025\/speakers\/\">Dr. Cornel West<\/a><\/em><\/b><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- Day One - April 13 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-5\" class=\"tab-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Day One &#8211; April 13<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--Luncheon Keynote - Sheila Talton (12:00 p.m)<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--Closing Keynote - James Comey (4:15 p.m.)<\/span>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>7:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration\/Grab &#038; Go Breakfast<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\">&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<b>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Program<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Red Class IV<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification White Class III<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Blue Class II<\/a>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#di-strategy\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 D&I Strategy Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#dei\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 DEI Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#erg-academy\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Emerging Leaders<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#erg-academy\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 ERG Academy Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#inclusive-leadership\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Inclusive Leadership Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#lgbtq\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 LGBTQ + Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#diversity-score-card\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Score Card Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#talent\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Talent Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#unconscious-bias\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Unconscious Bias Workshop Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Summits<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Corporate Responsibility Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/diversitytechweek.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Diversity Tech Week<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ergconference.com\/2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National ERG Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationalwomensconference.com\/2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Women&#8217;s Conference<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Energy D&#038;I Summit<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2020\/summits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Sports Summit<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"width:225px; vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:00 a.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              Breakfast<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>10:15 a.m. &#8211; 11:30 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"width:225px; vertical-align:top;\">9:15 a.m. &#8211; 10:15 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\">            <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Building High-Performance Teams Across Generations<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Explore strategies for leading multi-generational teams in today\u2019s evolving workplace. This session focuses on communication styles, collaboration techniques, and leadership approaches that strengthen engagement, trust, and productivity across diverse age groups.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Leading Through Organizational Change<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Change is constant in modern organizations. This session equips leaders with practical tools to navigate uncertainty, manage resistance, and maintain team alignment during organizational transitions and transformation initiatives.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Inclusive Leadership in a Rapidly Evolving Workforce<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                              <pee>Learn how effective leaders create environments where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. Participants will explore leadership behaviors that support collaboration, innovation, and long-term organizational success.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Including You! Leading Inclusion From Where You Are by Delphia Howze *<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">ERG Best Practices<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leading with EQ<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Women&#8217;s Health Symposium<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>10:15 a.m. &#8211; 10:35 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>10:35 a.m. &#8211; 11:35 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session II<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Executive Presence and Leadership Communication<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>Strong communication and executive presence are essential for career growth and leadership influence. This session covers strategies for improving confidence, visibility, communication style, and professional credibility in high-level environments.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Workplace Culture: From Engagement to Accountability<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>Discover how organizational culture influences employee performance, morale, and retention. This session examines how leaders can create cultures rooted in accountability, alignment, and shared organizational values.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Strategies for Career Advancement and Influence<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>Designed for professionals looking to elevate their careers, this session explores personal branding, strategic networking, visibility, and leadership habits that position individuals for advancement opportunities.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Microaggressions in the Workplace*<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Self-Awareness 101*<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Tips on Securing the Corner Office<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>11:35 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:00 p.m. &#8211; 1:45 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Leadership &#038; Recognition Awards Ceremony<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>1:45 p.m. &#8211; 2:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:00 p.m. &#8211; 3:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session III<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">The Future of Leadership in an AI-Driven Workplace<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>Artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations operate and lead. This session examines how leaders can adapt to emerging technologies while maintaining human-centered leadership, innovation, and workforce engagement.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 3 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Building Strong Employee Resource Groups That Drive Impact<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Employee Resource Groups can play a critical role in workplace culture and engagement. Participants will learn best practices for building sustainable ERGs that align with organizational goals and strengthen employee connection.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Resilience, Adaptability, and Leading Under Pressure<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Leadership often requires navigating uncertainty and high-pressure situations. This session focuses on resilience-building strategies, adaptability, and maintaining effectiveness during periods of rapid change and challenge.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Level Up &#8211; What Skills Are Needed to Move to the Next Level<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Intersectionality<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Allyship Best Practices<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Cultivating Belongingness<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>7:00 p.m. &#8211; 9:00 p.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><b><em>Awards Dinner Keynote: <a href=\"\/2025\/speakers\/\">Dr. Cornel West<\/a><\/em><\/b><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>5:00 p.m. &#8211; 6:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Award Reception<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <pee>*Denotes individual workshop<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- Tuesday, April 14 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-6\" class=\"tab-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Day Two &#8211; April 14<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Luncheon Keynote &#8211; To be determined (12 p.m.)<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote &#8211; Carly Fiorina (4:15 p.m.)<\/span>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"width:165px;\">6:30 a.m. &#8211; 9:00 a.m.<\/td>\n<p>&#8211;> <!-- set column width --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--\n\n<td>Registration Open\/Grab & Go Breakfast<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;>\t<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <b>Training Certificates<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#dei\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 DEI Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>-><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<b>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Program<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Red Class V<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification White Class IV<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Blue Class III<\/a>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Summits<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:165px;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 4:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p>&#8211;> <!-- set column width --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--\n\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"http:\/\/diversitytechweek.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Diversity Tech Week<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>8:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:00 a.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Breakfast<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"width:230px; vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 10:10 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Building Cultures of Belonging and Accountability<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>This session explores how organizations can create environments where employees feel connected, supported, and accountable. Participants will learn how leadership behaviors influence culture, engagement, and team performance.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Future of Healthcare Leadership Symposium<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Healthcare leaders face increasing demands related to workforce challenges, innovation, and patient-centered care. This symposium highlights leadership strategies that support operational excellence, collaboration, and organizational resilience in healthcare environments.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Belonging First Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/belonginginstitute.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Belonging Institute<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Anti-Racism Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by the <a href=\"https:\/\/centerantiracism.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Center for Anti-Racism<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Corporate Board Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/centergloballeadership.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Global Center for Leadership<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Healthcare Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/healthcarediversitycouncil.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HealthCare Diversity Council<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mental Health Symposium<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>10:10 a.m. &#8211; 10:25 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:25 a.m. &#8211; 11:45 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session II<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Executive Women in Leadership Symposium<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>This symposium highlights the experiences, challenges, and opportunities facing women in leadership roles. Participants will gain insights into executive leadership development, career growth, influence, and navigating complex workplace environments.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">ERG Strategies That Drive Organizational Impact<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Explore how Employee Resource Groups can strengthen organizational culture, support leadership development, and contribute to employee engagement initiatives. This session provides practical frameworks for maximizing ERG effectiveness.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Allyship First Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/centerallyship.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Center for Allyship<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Women&#8217;s Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"http:\/\/nationalwomenscouncil.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Women\u2019s Council<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Emerging Leader Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/centeremergingleaders.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Center for Emerging Leaders<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">ERG Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"http:\/\/ergnetwork.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ERG Network<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>11:45 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>12:00 p.m. &#8211; 1:30 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Leadership Excellence Awards Ceremony<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>1:30 p.m. &#8211; 1:50 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">1:50 p.m. &#8211; 3:10 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session III<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Executive Leadership Roundtable<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>This interactive roundtable brings together experienced leaders to discuss leadership trends, organizational challenges, and the future of workplace leadership. Participants will gain executive-level insights and practical leadership perspectives.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Emerging Leaders and Career Growth Symposium<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Designed for professionals preparing for leadership opportunities, this symposium focuses on leadership development, communication, influence, and the skills needed to grow within today\u2019s evolving workplace.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Talent Comes in All Shades Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by Multicultural Talent Consortium<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">LGBTQ+ Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by Center for LGBTQ+<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Privileged Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/privilegeinstitute.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Privilege Institute<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Belonging First Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/belonginginstitute.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Belonging Institute<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>3:10 p.m. &#8211; 3:30 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">3:30 p.m. &#8211; 4:50 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session IV<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Leadership, Culture, and Organizational Inclusion Symposium<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Strong leadership and organizational culture are critical to long-term success. This symposium explores strategies for creating inclusive workplace environments that strengthen engagement, collaboration, and organizational performance.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Building Sustainable Leadership Pipelines<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Strong leadership and organizational culture are critical to long-term success. This symposium explores strategies for creating inclusive workplace environments that strengthen engagement, collaboration, and organizational performance.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!--\n\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Personal Branding Symposium<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>This panel will delve into the power of personal branding in career success. Experts will discuss strategies for building a compelling professional identity, leveraging digital presence, and positioning oneself for leadership opportunities.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!--\n\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Emerging Leader Symposium<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>In this session, you\u2019ll hear from rising stars across industries who are breaking barriers, driving change, and creating workplaces that thrive on collaboration, innovation, and a culture of belonging. They\u2019ll share their unique journeys, the challenges they\u2019ve overcome, and the strategies they\u2019ve used to make a lasting impact.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!--\n\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\"><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/schedule\/roundtables\/\">Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee><\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p>              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Inclusion Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/theinclusionlab.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Inclusion Lab<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Leadership Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by Multicultural Leadership Council<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Personal Branding Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/creatingyoursignificance.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferreR\">Creating Your Significance<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Allyship First Symposium<\/a>, Hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/centerallyship.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Center for Allyship<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">7:00 p.m. &#8211; 9:00 p.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <b><em>Dinner Keynote: <a href=\"http:\/\/nationaldiversityconference.com\/2025\/speakers\/\">To be determined<\/a><\/em><\/b><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>3:30 p.m. &#8211; 4:15 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Closing Keynote Speaker: <a href=\"\/2023\/conference\/keynote-speakers\/\">To be determined<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>4:15 p.m. &#8211; 5:15 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Closing Keynote: <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/premier-speakers\/\">James Comey<\/a><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Award Ceremonies<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Chief Financial Officers<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Leadership Excellence in Sports<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Leadership Excellence in Entertaiment<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Power 50<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Oil and Gas<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Technology<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- Wednesday, April 15 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-7\" class=\"tab-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Day Three &#8211; April 15<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<span class=\"subtitle\">Marriott Marquis Houston - 1777 Walker St, Houston, TX 77010<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Closing Keynote &#8211; Magic Johnson (11:15 a.m.)<\/span>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>6:30 a.m. &#8211; 9:00 a.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Registration Open\/Grab &#038; Go Breakfast<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">Training<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 5:00 p.m.<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#erg-academy\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 ERG Academy Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#unconscious-bias\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Unconscious Bias Workshop Certificate<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/#inclusive-leadership\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Inclusive Leadership Certificate<\/a>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<b>DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Program<\/b><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification White Class V<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--<a href=\"\/2020\/conference\/training\/diversityfirst-certification\/\">DiversityFIRST\u2122 Certification Blue Class IV<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>--><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!--<\/td>\n\n<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!--\n\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:00 a.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Breakfast<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:15 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Break<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:230px;\">9:15 a.m. &#8211; 10:15 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p> <!-- set column width --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Multicultural Leadership and Workforce Engagement Roundtable<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>This roundtable discussion examines how leaders can strengthen collaboration and engagement across diverse teams and workplace experiences. Participants will explore strategies that support communication, trust, and organizational alignment.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Building Inclusive Workplace Foundations<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>An introductory session focused on the core principles of workplace inclusion, employee engagement, and leadership accountability. Participants will gain practical insights into building respectful and collaborative workplace environments.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section  --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Health and Wellness Leadership Symposium<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Employee wellness continues to play an important role in organizational performance and workforce sustainability. This symposium explores leadership strategies that support well-being, mental health awareness, and healthy workplace cultures.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Multicultural Leadership Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Are You Ready To Be a Brand? &#8211; Creating Your Significance<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">CDO Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Belonging<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">White Male Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Health First Symposium<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:15 a.m. &#8211; 10:35 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Break<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">10:35 a.m. &#8211; 11:35 a.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session II<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Navigating Resistance and Driving Organizational Change<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Organizational change often creates uncertainty and resistance. This session explores practical leadership techniques for managing difficult conversations, improving buy-in, and leading successful change initiatives.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Strategic Allyship in Modern Leadership<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Effective allyship strengthens workplace culture and collaboration. Participants will learn how leaders and employees can support one another through active listening, advocacy, accountability, and inclusive leadership practices.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 4 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Executive Leadership Roundtable: Positioning Yourself for the C-Suite<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>This executive-focused session explores the leadership skills, visibility, strategic thinking, and communication abilities required to advance into senior leadership and executive-level roles.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 5 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!--\n\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Being and Living Healthy<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Focusing on holistic well-being, this session explores the critical connection between health and professional success. Discussions will cover mental health strategies, work-life integration, and the role of organizations in fostering environments that support overall wellness.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2024\/conference\/sessions\/\">Collective Voice for Change<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Allyship<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">LGBTQ+ Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">C-Suite Roundtable- How To Secure Your Spot<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Being and Living Healthy<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">12:00 p.m. &#8211; 1:45 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Leadership &#038; Excellence Awards Ceremony<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">1:45 p.m. &#8211; 2:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">2:00 p.m. &#8211; 3:00 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session III<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Five Essential Leadership Skills for Emerging Leaders<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>Emerging leaders must develop foundational leadership capabilities to succeed in growing roles. This session focuses on communication, decision-making, accountability, emotional intelligence, and team leadership.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Workplace Equity, Culture, and Organizational Impact<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>This session examines how workplace culture and leadership practices influence employee experience, organizational effectiveness, and long-term business success.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 1 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Building Collective Influence and Collaborative Leadership<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                                <pee>Leadership success often depends on collaboration and relationship-building. Participants will explore strategies for strengthening partnerships, leading across teams, and building collective organizational impact.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">5 Essential Leadership Skills &#8211; Preparing to Lead<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Talent Multicultural Roundtable &#8211; Talent Comes in All Shades<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Inclusive Intelligence: AI Meets Diversity<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Race, Racism, and Privilege<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Corporate Board Inclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">3:00 p.m. &#8211; 3:20 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td>Break<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">3:20 p.m. &#8211; 4:20 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session IV<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                 <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">The Changing Workforce and the Future of Leadership<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Workforce expectations, demographics, and workplace models continue to evolve. This session explores how organizations and leaders can adapt to emerging trends while maintaining engagement and organizational effectiveness.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                   <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                     <!-- Section 4 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Building and Leading High-Performance Teams<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>High-performing teams require trust, alignment, accountability, and strong leadership. Participants will learn leadership techniques that strengthen collaboration, communication, and team performance.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                   <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                     <!-- Section 4 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Creating Cultures of Respect, Inclusion, and Accountability<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>Strong workplace cultures are built intentionally through leadership, communication, and shared expectations. This session explores how organizations can create environments rooted in respect, professionalism, and accountability.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                   <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/div>\n<p>             <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <!--\n\n<ol type=\"i\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Mastering Conflict Resolution<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Changing Demographics of America and it&#8217;s impact on the workplace<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">DEIB Planning, Strategy,and Implementation<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Devolping and Leading Teams<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/sessions\/\">Diversity First Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<li><a href=\"\/2025\/conference\/roundtables\/\">Mentoring\/Coaching Roundtable<\/a><\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <\/ol>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">5:00 p.m. &#8211; 6:15 p.m. CST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\">Networking Reception<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/table>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- Thursday, April 18 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div id=\"tab-8\" class=\"tab-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<table class=\"schedule responsive\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"title\">Day Four &#8211; April 10<\/span><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <span class=\"subtitle\"><!--Training--><\/span><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"highlight\">General Conference<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">8:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:00 a.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Breakfast<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top;\">9:00 a.m. &#8211; 9:15 a.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"line-height:2.5em;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                Break<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/tr>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<tr><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td style=\"vertical-align:top; width:230px;\">9:15 a.m. &#8211; 10:15 a.m. PST<\/td>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<td><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                <a href=\"#\">Concurrent Session I<\/a><!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                 <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion-demo\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 2 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!--\n\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Strategies on Work Life Balance<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>This is a session dedicated to exploring practical strategies for maintaining harmony between professional responsibilities and personal well-being. This session acknowledges the challenges of modern-day work environments and offers insights into prioritization, time management, and boundary-setting techniques. Participants will learn how to navigate the demands of their careers while also nurturing their physical, mental, and emotional health.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p>&#8211;><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                   <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 3 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Tools for Leading and Motivating Through Change<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>In an era of rapid transformation, strong leadership is essential for guiding teams through uncertainty. This session provides practical tools for leading change, managing resistance, and fostering resilience to keep teams engaged and motivated.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                   <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <!-- Section 4 --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    <\/p>\n<div class=\"accordion_in\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_head\">Health Equity Roundtable<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                        <\/p>\n<div class=\"acc_content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                            <pee>The &#8220;Healthcare Equity Roundtable&#8221; convenes healthcare professionals, policymakers, advocates, and community leaders to explore strategies for advancing equity and inclusivity in healthcare delivery and outcomes. 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