Description

Maximizing the Impact of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) 

Employee resource groups can provide a wonderful sense of inclusion and belonging at organizations for historically marginalized groups. However, ERGs require the proper structure and stewardship to be successful. In this session, attendees will learn: 1) the definition and history of ERGs, 2) guidance on how to establish and maintain ERGs, 3) best practices and common ERG pitfalls to avoid. The session can apply to both organizations that have not yet established ERGs and those that have already instituted ERGs.

Jamie (she/her) is a Certified Diversity Executive and as the vice president of client success at The Diversity Movement, she is the main point of contact and advisor for TDM’s clients. She helps clients move forward and take action on their diversity, equity, and inclusion journeys. In addition, she helps implement operational processes for TDM internally. Jamie founded Stabilimenta, an operational strategy consulting firm, in 2018 to help innovative and creative professional services organizations establish and optimize their processes to more effectively serve their clients and engage their employees. She graduated from Cornell University in 2009 with a bachelor of arts in English and history.