The Influence of Diversity Architecture on Org Design

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May 1 | 11AM – 12PM (EDT)

Diversity often finds itself relegated to the role of a singular initiative or a mere isolated entity, its potential power underestimated. Yet, diversity embodies a multifaceted system that intricately intersects with every aspect of organizational design, from hiring practices to decision-making processes. Recognizing this, the Diversity Architecture Framework© emerges as a beacon of guidance for OD practitioners, offering a roadmap to ensure that diversity is not just an addendum but an integral part of the organizational blueprint.

As we embark on this journey of organizational transformation, we invite you to join us alongside DiversityArchitect™, LaKisha C. Brooks, a trailblazer in the field. Through her expertise and insight, she will lead a dynamic discussion on the strategic implementation of diversity within the OD process. Together, we will explore innovative approaches, share best practices, and chart a course toward a future where diversity is not just celebrated but embedded into the very fabric of organizational culture.

After attending the session, participants will have the opportunity to:

1. Define diversity architecture and its significance in organizational design.
2. Evaluate the impact of diversity architecture on organizational structures and processes.
3. Develop strategies to integrate diversity architecture principles into organizational practices.

LaKisha C. Brooks is a DiversityArchitect™, a Managing Partner at Brooks Consultants, and the former VP of DEIB at the International Coaching Federation. She is also a columnist for The DimEnsIons of Organizational Development: The Bottom Line of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and a contributing writer for HR Asia.

She also serves as a Diversity Advisory Board Member for HR.com, advisory committee member for ATD’s OrgDev Conference, and a Master of Leadership of Science Administration Professional Advisory Board Member at Central Michigan University.

LaKisha is an award-winning professional, being recognized as the 2018 Trainer Showdown winner for the Association of Talent Development Central Florida Chapter and being honored as a Top 100 HR Influencer in 2021 in Talent Management for Engagedly.

With over 14 years of sales and management consulting experience and 20 years of public speaking experience, she has worked with companies and organizations such as Rheem Manufacturing, Flexport, Win Waste, Thor Industries, just to name a few.

She has also traveled internationally training global clients in the areas of leadership, management, diversity, and sales as a consultant for Krauthammer USA. LaKisha has also worked for the Adidas Group under the Reebok brand, managing field retail training.

Her recent article “Is Diversity a People or Operational Function?”