The Winters Group, Inc.

Did you know that 94% of employees would stay in their current role longer if the company invested in their professional learning and development? And over 53% of employees cite DEI as a key factor when considering staying in a current position or looking for a new role! That's why we've designed Byte-Sized DEI™, The Winters Group's first microlearning platform that provides accessible, digestible, and scalable lessons on diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts: https://lnkd.in/esXwe2kY Organizations are increasingly filled with a multitude of differences across race, gender, culture, sexual orientation, ability, and other important aspects of identity. Understanding and adapting to cultural differences like these is not just a core competency, it is the key to navigating the future of work. Our 10 comprehensive modules offer over 40 microlessons, each under 10 minutes, allowing your teams to learn at their own pace, on our platform or yours. Sooooo what sets Byte-Sized DEI™ apart? 💻 Convenience: Our 5–10-minute bite-sized lessons are self-paced and available 24/7/365. 🎉 Engagement: Our interactive content ensures that learning about DEI is not only informative but also memorable and actionable. 🗣 Relevance: Byte-Sized DEI™ is designed to address the specific challenges and opportunities people face in today’s workplaces. 🤝 Expertise: Our team of seasoned, award-winning professionals brings unparalleled expertise and insight to every Byte-Sized DEI™ module. By the end of our course, your team will have a deeper understanding of DEI concepts, and be better equipped to navigate different communication styles, norms, and values, while more easily avoiding misunderstandings and potential conflict. Ready to take the first step toward building a more inclusive culture? Explore what Byte-Sized DEI™ can offer your team here, and join us as we revolutionize DEI education, one byte at a time: https://lnkd.in/esXwe2kY #DiversityAndInclusion #Diversity #Inclusion #WorkplaceCulture #WorkCulture #ELearning

As summer comes to an end, I want to thank everyone who gave me the chance to share my thoughts and experiences at live events, on podcasts, and through virtual sessions. Here are some highlights: · At the start of 2024, I was delighted to speak with The Walt Disney Company’s TWDC Enterprise DEI global HR leaders and highlight global trends that are impacting DEI. I was also honored to join esteemed speakers at the DEI Learning Council at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. · Early spring brought a fireside chat with Aruna Ranganathan, University of California, Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and I participated in the Global Summit of Women’s 2024 Colloquium in NYC. · April involved a lot of travel including speaking at the WomenLift Health Conference in Tanzania on a panel facilitated by Iris Mwanza. I was joined by Dr Samu Dube, FP 2030; Rajiv Bahl, ICMR; Marina Bacac, Roche and Agnes Binagwaho, University of Global Health Equity. I'll never forget my once-in-a-lifetime trip to Uzbekistan. A special treat on this trip was helping to make (and eat!) Sumalak. I also had a speaking engagement at The Winters Group, Inc. Annual Racial Justice at Work Summit, and the Call In podcast with Chris Riback and Alexandria White, Ed.D.. · I participated in the Global Summit of Women in Madrid. My panel on Developing Visibility Internally and Externally included luminaries Dr. Cindy Pace, and Marina Sprecht and was facilitated by Annette Matzatt, Mercedes-Benz AG Benz. In London I had a book signing and fireside chat with Ritika Wadhwa on Sustainable Global DEI Transformation. Finally, I joined BSR’s MaryAnne Howland to discuss Effective Strategies to Globalize DEIA Initiatives. · During the summer I hosted my Learn from Leaders session on “How Race Translates Across Cultures” with Celia De Anca, IE University, Spain; Lilian Rauld, Sodexo, Brazil; and Marcelle Laliberté, Dr., HEC, France. I also had a fireside chat with the Burcin Ressamoglu, CEO, Pluxee UK.     · Earlier this month I joined Subha Barry, President of Seramount, Shane L. L., Baker Tilly US; Andrew Lewis, KPMG; Rachel Scott, ABC News for Seramount’s webinar “DEI Backlash: What Employees Really Think”. · I had an incredible experience presenting at the 2024 Martha’s Vineyard Chief Diversity Officer Summit: The Future is Now: Are You Prepared? It's been an exciting, if rather hectic 2024! The warm reception and positive feedback I received this year have been deeply humbling. These moments reaffirm the value of our work and motivate me to continue making a positive impact. I couldn't do this without the support of my DEI community who have joined me on this journey. You nurture and replenish me. During these challenging times, this is our story, and together, we are making a difference. It truly does take a village! #GlobalDEI #LeadershipJourney #InclusionMatters #DiversityEquityInclusion #ProfessionalGrowth

This work is more than just a job to us. This is our calling, our passion. We've supported hundreds of organizations over the years, but more importantly, we've supported thousands of *people*. That's what diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work is about to us – celebrating people's diverse strengths, bringing out their best, creating human-centered workplaces. And we don't just give clients some recommendations, use up a budget, check a box, and move on. Because, for starters, they're not clients to us. They're our partners. We co-create a vision with you and customize every step of your time with our team to meet people where they are, but not to leave them there. Our tailored learning journeys are designed to make connections, inspire conversations, and facilitate change. No matter where you are in your journey, we can support you and create real, lasting culture change within your organization. Interested in getting started? Contact us at wintersgroup.com ✨ DiversityAndInclusion #DiversityEquityInclusion #Inclusion #Diversity

Routinely ask yourself — who benefits from your inaction? If anything, the last several weeks have proven that much can change in a short time. The complex and uncertain times we live in tell us the future is unpredictable, but also that individual people and events can spark significant movement and positive change. Here are a few thoughts on how to weather frightening news cycles and maintain focus toward what must be done. Want to read the full list and what we mean by each one? Learn more from Leigh Morrison here:https://lnkd.in/eXRzeUKJ

I cannot do all the good that the world needs, but the world needs all the good that I can do. — Jana Stanfield PS you can start every day with an inspirational reminder here: http://ow.ly/ZK2y50ImibZ

Working in the DEI space over the last few months has been filled with tension, uncertainty, and resistance. What can we do, as DEI practitioners, to ensure this work moves forward? ➡➡➡ Make a powerful DEI strategy that drives organizational outcomes. We know that organizations prioritizing inclusive cultures where racial, gender, ethnic, generational, and other differences are understood, valued, and leveraged see the payoff. So, if your organization is hesitant to move forward with DEI, create a sustainable, measurable strategy that drives organizational goals. 😩 But how? Learn how to create a DEI strategy that drives organizational outcomes directly from our strategy and assessment experts in The DEI Strategy Academy 💡 : https://lnkd.in/eyDUweib You'll receive six live virtual sessions, a toolkit with templates and resources to assist you, and access to recorded sessions and discounts for ongoing support. 🤯 Your opportunity to join this program closes soon with the first session starting October 10.

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As always Mary-Frances Winters is on point.