The ROI of DEI: Why diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to success in the suburbs

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Get Konnected! and Newton-Needham Regional Chamber will virtually unveil the first ever 50 Most Influential Business People of Color in the Western Suburbs list on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom.

The goal of this project is to showcase the individuals and employers who are making a positive contribution to the economic and social fabric of our west suburban businesses and nonprofits. But we also want it to be a way to start a conversation about where we fall short and how we can do even better.

In addition to unveiling our list that morning we will also have a panel discussion: “The ROI of DEI: Why diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to success in the suburbs” featuring five leaders who’ve made our "50 Most Influential" list. Admission is free and includes an option to sign up to have a copy of our list mailed to you.

Click here to register.

Our Panelists:

 Mohamad Ali, CEO, IDG, Inc.

 Michael J. Bobbitt, Artistic Director, New Repertory Theatre, Inc

 Juan Lopera, VP Marketing & Chief Diversity Officer, Tufts Health Plan

 Yvonne Spicer, Mayor, City of Framingham

Emcee:

 Latoyia Edwards, News Anchor, NBC10 Boston