DE&I Conference Champions Professionals To Make Change For Two Years Running
Cleveland, Ohio —October 30, 2024 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Engage! Cleveland was excited to launch their inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference in 2023, and equally as excited to bring back this conference for a second year in a row. The dynamic event developed groundbreaking conversations, shared innovative best practices, and propelled actionable strategies to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across all sectors in the workplace.
This breakout event took place on Wednesday, September 12, 2024 at The Aviator events center and brought together nearly 200 thought leaders, experts, young professionals, and advocates to engage in a comprehensive dialogue on the vital importance of diversity and inclusion in today’s rapidly evolving world. 43 different Cleveland companies were represented in the audience including but limited to, Cleveland Cavaliers, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Foundation, and The J.M. Smucker Company. Industries represented were Healthcare, Media, Manufacturing, Education, Government, Accounting, Real Estate Development, and more!
The conference featured 13 experts in either keynote or panel discussions designed to explore the multifaceted dimensions of diversity and its impact on organizations, communities, and society at large. Among the lineup was:
- Erica Merritt: Founder & President of the Equius Group
- Margarita Diaz: Director of Health Equity, Inclusion and Diversity at The MetroHealth System
- Matthew Grimes: Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at the Cleveland Guardians
On the agenda, attendees were set to gain valuable insights into fostering inclusive workplaces, addressing systemic barriers, promoting equitable opportunities, and developing strategies for creating a more just and inclusive society.
“What an incredible opportunity to come together with other like-minded young professionals to dig even further into the importance of DEIB in the workplace. Thank you Engage! Cleveland – I look forward to coming back next year!” said 2024 Conference Attendee.
The conference aimed to provide attendees with actionable takeaways, networking opportunities, and a renewed commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion both personally and professionally.
“I left the Engage! Cleveland DEI Conference reinvigorated. There were many ideas I wanted to take back to my organization and was happy that the speakers represented peers from NE Ohio,” said the 2024 Conference Attendee.
The inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference was sponsored by Boler College of Business at John Carroll University, Cohen & Co., Greater Cleveland Partnership, Oatey Company, Oberlin College, Union Home Mortgage, National Interstate Insurance, and Wellspring Financial Advisors.
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