Upcoming webinar:
From Plans to Practice: Executives Discuss Realities of DEI Implementation
OVERVIEW:
Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking panel discussion on the journey of implementing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion plans in predominantly white-led organizations.
"From Plans to Practice: Executives Discuss Realities of DEI Implementation” is an event that promises to offer invaluable insights into the ups and downs of creating and implementing DEI strategies.
Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking panel discussion on the journey of implementing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion plans in predominantly white-led organizations.
"From Plans to Practice: Executives Discuss Realities of DEI Implementation” is an event that promises to offer invaluable insights into the ups and downs of creating and implementing DEI strategies.
TWO EVENT DATES AND TIMES TO CHOOSE FROM:
Thursday, August 15th, 11:00am - 1:30pm Mountain Time
Friday, September 6th, 10:00am - 12:30pm Mountain Time
Thursday, August 15th, 11:00am - 1:30pm Mountain Time
Friday, September 6th, 10:00am - 12:30pm Mountain Time
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Host & facilitator: CRYSTAL EGLI
Crystal Egli is the co-founder of InclusiveGuide.com, a business review site that has been described as “Yelp for inclusion.” Through Crystal Egli Consulting, LLC., Crystal is also a DEI consultant and keynote speaker with clients alumni such as Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, Breckenridge Tourism Office, Snowsports Industries America, the Town of Erie, CO, GeoCache, and more.
Crystal currently serves as the board president for the national non-profit Hunters of Color, and is an active member of the Next 100 Coalition. Crystal served on the Governor’s Inclusivity in Tourism Advisory committee, and the Colorado Outdoor Equity Coalition. In 2019, Crystal received the inaugural DEI award from the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, the Stephen Kellert Award, in recognition for her hard work over the past year in promoting inclusive marketing & public information and education efforts while working at Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Crystal’s work on Inclusive Guide has also been recognized by the Denver Business Journal, winning one of their prestigious DEI awards in 2023, alongside her co-founder, Parker McMullen Bushman.
Crystal currently serves as the board president for the national non-profit Hunters of Color, and is an active member of the Next 100 Coalition. Crystal served on the Governor’s Inclusivity in Tourism Advisory committee, and the Colorado Outdoor Equity Coalition. In 2019, Crystal received the inaugural DEI award from the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, the Stephen Kellert Award, in recognition for her hard work over the past year in promoting inclusive marketing & public information and education efforts while working at Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Crystal’s work on Inclusive Guide has also been recognized by the Denver Business Journal, winning one of their prestigious DEI awards in 2023, alongside her co-founder, Parker McMullen Bushman.
facilitator: Parker McMullen bushman
Co-Founder of InclusiveGuide.com
Founder of EcoInclusive Strategies
Listed by Outside Magazine as one of the 20 Most Influential People in the Outdoor Industry, Parker is a dynamic speaker and facilitator that engages organizations in new thinking around what it means to be a diversity change agent and create dynamic organizational change. Parker’s background in the non-profit leadership, conservation, environmental education, and outdoor recreation fields spans over 24+ years.
Parker has a passion for equity and inclusion in outdoor spaces. Parker tackles these complex issues by addressing them through head-on activism and education. Parker has a Master of Natural Resources from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, with a focus in Interpretation and Environmental Education. They lead several committees that focus on diversity in environmental fields as well as a presenter and trainer on diversity issues. They also sit on the board of Environmental Learning for Kids, Nation Association for Interpretation , and The Next 100 Coalition.
Founder of EcoInclusive Strategies
Listed by Outside Magazine as one of the 20 Most Influential People in the Outdoor Industry, Parker is a dynamic speaker and facilitator that engages organizations in new thinking around what it means to be a diversity change agent and create dynamic organizational change. Parker’s background in the non-profit leadership, conservation, environmental education, and outdoor recreation fields spans over 24+ years.
Parker has a passion for equity and inclusion in outdoor spaces. Parker tackles these complex issues by addressing them through head-on activism and education. Parker has a Master of Natural Resources from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, with a focus in Interpretation and Environmental Education. They lead several committees that focus on diversity in environmental fields as well as a presenter and trainer on diversity issues. They also sit on the board of Environmental Learning for Kids, Nation Association for Interpretation , and The Next 100 Coalition.
event background
Having had the privilege of collaborating with numerous high-level organizations committed to actionable Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Crystal is proud to count many of these esteemed leaders among her network, and their willingness to participate in events like this underscores their commitment to driving positive change.
Through her work in DEI, Crystal has fostered genuine relationships with executives who are champions of meaningful change. Her dedication to building bridges and fostering safe and open dialogue has created a network of leaders who are not only willing but eager to participate in events like this. The panelists' willingness to join reflects not only their commitment to DEI but also their trust in Crystal's ability to facilitate insightful discussions that drive progress and inspire action.
Through her work in DEI, Crystal has fostered genuine relationships with executives who are champions of meaningful change. Her dedication to building bridges and fostering safe and open dialogue has created a network of leaders who are not only willing but eager to participate in events like this. The panelists' willingness to join reflects not only their commitment to DEI but also their trust in Crystal's ability to facilitate insightful discussions that drive progress and inspire action.
panelist info
Jill Corbin
Deputy Director
Colorado Tourism Office
Heather Dugan
Deputy Director
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Jackie Miller
Executive Director
Great Outdoors Colorado
Philip C. Sneed
President and CEO
Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities
Melissa Wiley
Deputy Town Manager
Town of Erie, CO
Please note: This panel is intentionally NOT diverse. The topic is specific to majority white-led organizations. The creators and facilitators of this event are all people of color. This will be further addressed during the event.
Deputy Director
Colorado Tourism Office
Heather Dugan
Deputy Director
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Jackie Miller
Executive Director
Great Outdoors Colorado
Philip C. Sneed
President and CEO
Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities
Melissa Wiley
Deputy Town Manager
Town of Erie, CO
Please note: This panel is intentionally NOT diverse. The topic is specific to majority white-led organizations. The creators and facilitators of this event are all people of color. This will be further addressed during the event.
TOPICS
-Vision and Creation of DEI Plans
-Implementing DEI Plans: Turning vision into action
-Navigating Challenges and Overcoming Setbacks
-Measuring Success: Metrics, Benchmarks, and Impact
-Handling Backlash and Pushback
-Workshop Activities
-Implementing DEI Plans: Turning vision into action
-Navigating Challenges and Overcoming Setbacks
-Measuring Success: Metrics, Benchmarks, and Impact
-Handling Backlash and Pushback
-Workshop Activities
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