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Last year, I worked with two DEI leaders who felt powerless in their roles and were overwhelmed by the increasing expectations but decreasing resources. They were stuck, confused and exhausted.😫 They gathered a small group of staff who wanted to create change in their workplace through a DEI committee. Ten heart-filled leaders and thoughtful frontline employees wanted to do the right thing. They created engaging programming like book clubs and lunch-and-learns, but they weren't seeing the type of outcomes they were looking for. The challenge was that they needed more clarity and structure to be successful. Enter… me! 👋🏾 I was so excited that they asked me to support them in creating a DEI committee. Not just because they are committed, fabulous people, but because I always tell clients that DEI work is a marathon, not a spirit. For six months, I guided them through developing the final product - a committee charter. The charter is the committee's governance cornerstone. We determined… ✅ Senior leader involvement strategy ✅ Membership criteria and tenure ✅ Accountability structure  ✅ Leadership structure ✅ Guiding principles ✅ Roles and responsibilities ✅ Meeting frequency ✅ Communication process ✅ Committee mission ✅ Committee size Now, they have a high-functioning diversity, equity, and inclusion committee dedicated to supporting their organization in living its values through a DEI lens. They put in the work. It wasn't easy, but it paid off. Plus, it reduced burn out because they had a plan to share the load! You might be wondering... 🤔 How do I get buy-in from senior leaders and colleagues? 🤔 How do I explain how DEI initiatives can retain the best employees? 🤔 How do I make inclusion a part of everyone's job? 🤔 I don't have six months. How could I possibly do this? Sound familiar? Six months is a long commitment. And my 4-day DEI Bootcamp was overwhelming for many. I love working with leaders who want something better but don't know what to do or where to go and want to start working on change now! Maybe that is you. If so, I can help! I'm launching Unlocking Inclusive Leadership in 90 Days: Creating a DEI Committee Governance Structure without Certification or Formal Experience. It is for leaders who need their confusion turned to clarity and their burned-out state turned to energized direction on a flexible schedule. ☑️ Learn how to create a workplace where everyone thrives. ☑️ Get tools to strengthen belonging. ☑️ Create clarity and get buy-in. Get group coaching from me and lifetime access to step-by-step action-oriented content-packed videos, tools, and templates, that carefully guide you through the DEI committee development process. As you start (or re-start) your DEI committee, let me be your resource like I've been to so many others. Set up a 15-minute call https://lnkd.in/gmBxucDK so I can help you make DEI sustainable in your organization. See you on my calender 😉! Melissa 👋🏾

Annual recognition event: honoring our colleagues!   Today we held our annual recognition event, a special occasion where we celebrate the extraordinary achievements of our colleagues from High Five Health Promotion and Westfield Health. This event reminds us of the importance of acknowledging not only successes but also the positive impact a colleague has on their team and the company culture, celebrating both achievements and personal qualities. Our core values play an essential role in this recognition: - We Care: the ones that have shown they genuinely care about others, whether it’s our customers, colleagues, or the community. Their empathy and commitment make a world of difference. - We Are Explorers: this one is for the pioneers, those who aren’t afraid to explore new paths and embrace innovation. Their curiosity and creativity drive us forward continually. - We Own It: this category recognizes those who take responsibility and deliver results. They are reliable, proactive, and their dedication inspires us all to do our best work. - We Are In It Together: here, we honor the team players who foster collaboration. Their ability to connect people and work together makes us stronger and more united. Each winner has demonstrated themselves exceptionally in one of these core values. Thanks to everyone who made this celebration possible and to all our colleagues for their ongoing dedication and hard work!

Need a reason to consider Limbach as your next career opportunity? The Best Practice Institute just gave you SIX! We asked and our employees spoke… ranking as a Top Company for 1) Career Advancement, 2)Young Professionals, 3)Volunteering, 4)Parents/Caregivers, 5) Wellness, 6) CEO Leadership Check out this month’s 1901 blog below to learn a little more!

This is Day 3 here in San Diego, and the official Day 1 of PCMA CL. A few thoughts to filter and share. 1 - Wow on the professional development sessions. So many to choose from and many at the same conflicted time that I had to prioritize. With no final regret - I walked away inspired, and with some fresh 💡 ideas to help move my plans forward. Sessions I attended included: 🌟 Developing Strategic Sponsorships 🌟Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Advancing Women in Business Event Leadership Roles. 🌟Negotiation & Collaborative Decision Making. There Isn’t enough characters for me to breakdown my thoughts and notes and I have many that I will share with my team when I am back. 2 - The District - ok - Wait!! Wasn't exactly what I had expected. It felt like a mini IMEX exhibition space and all the suppliers that invested in a space here all had fantastic brand presence, and engaging activities that were inviting and exciting to experience!!! I will definitely walk through the space again tomorrow to take more videos and photos. If anything, I felt the space was more open and inviting to explore and engage here in the “Districts”. 3 - Networking Lunches, Breaks and Happy Hour - all happening within the District space. When you feed people with good food, drinks, and activities spread out in what felt like your friendly neighbourhood exhibition space - it was an advantage for booths near the food station and especially good if you had tables and chairs as it drove participants in your space to stay a while. 4. Organic conversations - with a focus on professional development for both planners and suppliers - the conversation and sharing our key ah-ha moments was very organic. I love that this is the core of why we are here, and the halo impact is better collaboration, communication and mutual understanding of how we all work together. 5. My selfie moments continue to help remind me of all the shared experiences and connects that I have made today! It was a delight to meet and see you again: Cielo Arena, CMP (she/her) , Tami Everdene, CMP, Janice Carrier (My Negotiation Partner), Tammy Moore, CMP, CMM (fantastic job monitoring an important topic), Sinead Yeo, Rahul Shah, Meghan Callahan, Shannon, Huong N. , Ryan J Meyer, Anh Nguyen, CMP, #pcmarecap #maxyourexperience #professionaldevelopment #alwayslearning

Erin Viale, SPHR and Vince Consoli, PHRA Board of Director Spotlight! Dylan Jenkins has brought together the dynamic duo, Erin and Vince! Erin's journey through healthcare operations at UPMC and Vince's 42-year legacy in HR & operations as COO of Promark sets the stage for an insightful conversation. Erin unveils the challenges in the ever-evolving labor market, skills shortages, and the gap between education and opportunities. Vince emphasizes the need for strategic succession planning in a world where job-hopping is on the rise. Vince shares his unexpected pivot from steel to HR, highlighting the value of openness and flexibility. Both leaders emphasize the importance of adaptability in today's dynamic professional landscape. Erin's key to success – understanding individual needs, empowerment, and delivering expertise. Vince champions coaching, listening, and proactive concern addressing to foster a culture of inclusion and prevent attrition. PHRA stands out for its powerful network, knowledge-sharing, and enthusiasm for innovative ideas. It's not just about work; it's about nurturing relationships and continuous learning beyond the office. Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/ebd4zA_5

Sharing input with friends and colleagues often sparks ideas we can apply in our own lives. In Vistage Florida's peer advisory groups, CEOs gain insights not only by addressing their own challenges, but also by exploring potential future scenarios through the experience of others in the group. To learn more about the values CEOs gain when joining Vistage Florida, visit: https://hubs.ly/Q02l5c_d0 #VistageFlorida #PeerAdvisoryGroup #BetterLeaders #BetterDecisions #BetterResults

This is so true! I have members tell me all the time that they learn so much from talking through the decisions, opportunities, and challenges other members are working on. These conversations get them thinking and planning for "what if" scenarios they may not have considered. Because we meet every month, and have members from different industries, these conversations are intentional. They don't have to depend on just happening upon a discussion at a business or networking event. This is how #Vistage helps keep members ahead of the curve.

The book Humanism in Marketing has an official cover! in it there is a chapter that I coauthored with Pernille Smith on cyberphysical systems and how to keep marketing at human level in the digital age. Thanks to Ivan Ureta, PhD (KCL) and the editor team for all the efforts to put this together! if you want to know more about our research on #cyberphysical systems, feel free to get in touch :)

Meet Chapter Author LaShonda L. Kennedy at Menlo College!!   In LaShonda’s chapter, she shares her accreditation expertise in Career Services as an Integral Component to Institutional Success. This chapter delves into the role of career services in promoting student success and institutional outcomes, offering insights on how to create effective career services programs that meet the needs of diverse student populations, align with industry trends and workforce demands, and contribute to overall institutional success. Learn more -- coming summer 2024.    About the book: In today's fast-paced and ever-changing higher education landscape, institutions face increasing demands for excellence, innovation, and improved outcomes. Accreditation is a widely recognized benchmark that institutions strive to achieve, but its potential benefits are often not fully realized. The Power of Strategic Accreditation: Driving Institutional Impact aims to bridge this gap by providing educational leaders with a comprehensive resource on strategically leveraging accreditation as a catalyst for institutional improvement and success.   Stay tuned for more updates about this book by following or connecting. #highereducationleadership #highered #accreditation #Powerofstrategicaccreditation

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