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"No one is on the same Diversity, Equity and Inclusion journey." – Tasha Jones, LV Jones Consulting Equity is a crucial consideration to achieving a business' mission. Diversity, equity and inclusion becomes sustainable when teammates are activated to be champions, and there are opportunities for everyone to get involved. This work is not going away; […]

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"No one is on the same Diversity, Equity and Inclusion journey." – Tasha Jones, LV Jones Consulting

Equity is a crucial consideration to achieving a business' mission. Diversity, equity and inclusion becomes sustainable when teammates are activated to be champions, and there are opportunities for everyone to get involved. This work is not going away; it is a value add-on to businesses. Through alignment with business goals, there are opportunities like resource groups, updating HR processes, talent strategies and more to mobilize DEI within your organization. 

It is important to remember that ROI is not just the data; it is the storytelling and personal highlights. "You can't measure the smiles and goosebumps." – Leah Vescovi, VF Corporation

Thank you to Robert Franklin II, Tasha Jones and Leah Vescovi for sharing their insights and expertise. Thank you to All Copy Products for hosting us.

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  • Robert Franklin II, Director of Diversity, Health Equity & Inclusion, Children's Hospital Colorado
  • Tasha Jones, President and Founder, LV Jones Consulting
  • Leah Vescovi, Senior Manager, Society and Movements, Global IDEA, VF Corporation

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