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This practical session covers employer initiatives and risk mitigation strategies associated with everything from aspirational goals and the importance of data analytics to diverse slate programs, employee resource groups, and internship programs. Participants will learn:
1. Legal Parameters Regarding DEI Initiatives;
2. How to Identify Legal and Reputational Risks;
3. Unresolved DEI-related legal Issues to Monitor and
4. Mitigation Strategies

This event will feature Michael Thomas and Christopher Patrick as they help ChIPs members navigate this critical moment in DEI and Employment spaces. CLE credit for attending will be offered.
Speakers:
1. Michael Thomas is a principal in the Orange County office of Jackson Lewis P.C. As a co-leader of the firm’s Corporate Diversity Counseling practice group, he dedicates his practice to helping clients develop and implement legally compliant diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Michael’s keen legal perspective is rooted in his unique blend of an MBA-level understanding of business, emotional intelligence, and empathy. His multidisciplinary practice is built on listening, collaboration, and a relentless focus on achieving clients’ goals.

2. Christopher Patrick is a principal at Jackson Lewis P.C. with a client-recognized track record of strategic, actionable advice and beneficial results in areas including equal employment opportunity (EEO), pay equity, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), affirmative action planning, OFCCP defense, and workforce analytics.

Details:

DATE | April 2, 2024

TIME | 12:00-1:00 PM PDT

LOCATION | via Zoom

REGISTRATION | Please register here on the ChIPs Community Platform