Recorded Live on 13 February, 9:30 AM ET
What do workplace people and culture initiatives look like without DEI?
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) has faced increasing scrutiny and politicization in the post-Trump era, particularly in the United States. Yet, the global landscape tells a more nuanced story—with sustained investment in DEI efforts, especially across Europe.
This roundtable will unpack these regional differences, examine the latest trends, and offer practical strategies to help organizations strengthen their DEI initiatives, even in challenging environments.
Whether you’re navigating political pushback or seeking fresh approaches to drive global progress, this session will equip you with the tools and insights to create lasting impact.
Designed for leaders, decision-makers & professionals committed to advancing DEI in today’s evolving landscape.
Featured topics
- The current state of DEI in the US and globally: Delve into nuanced regional disparities and the evolving socio-political landscape shaping DEI initiatives
- Investment trends in DEI: Analyze strategic shifts in organizational fundings amid fluctuating economic and political pressures
- Case studies of resilience in DEI initiatives: Explore how industry leaders have innovatively embedded DEI into their core business strategies to sustain long-term impact
- The continued business case for DEI: Unpack the intricate interplay between DEI, innovation, retention & market expansion
- Guidance for repositioning DEI efforts: Learn how to reframe DEI as a critical driver of organizational culture and operational excellence
Featured panelists
Laura McGee (she/her)
Chief Executive Officer, Diversio
Zakeana Reid, CPHR (she/her)
Chief Operating Officer, Diversio EDU
Daniel Fellows (he/him)
General Manager, Diversio UK
Resources
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA). (n.d.). U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/fact-sheet/federal-laws-prohibiting-job-discrimination-questions-and-answers
- Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). (n.d.). U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/guidance/enforcement-guidance-reasonable-accommodation-and-undue-hardship-under-ada
- Business Insider. (2025, January). Jamie Dimon doubles down on JPMorgan diversity efforts amid DEI backlash. Business Insider. https://www.businessinsider.com/jamie-dimon-doubles-down-jpmorgan-diversity-efforts-dei-shareholder-activists-2025-1
- Diversio. (2025, February). Merit, culture, & equity roundtable: A roundtable discussion for community and determining next steps in the workplace [PDF]. Diversio. https://diversio.com/merit-culture-equity-in-the-workplace/
- EEO data collections. (n.d.). U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/data/eeo-data-collections
- Ending illegal discrimination and restoring merit-based opportunity. (2025, January 21). The White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/ending-illegal-discrimination-and-restoring-merit-based-opportunity/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
- Ending radical and wasteful government DEI programs and preferencing. (2025, January 20). The White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/ending-radical-and-wasteful-government-dei-programs-and-preferencing/
- Forbes. (2025, January 24). DEI under fire: Target rolls back diversity initiative as Costco keeps it—Here’s the list of major companies dropping it. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/01/24/dei-under-fire-target-rolls-back-diversity-initiative-as-costco-keeps-it-heres-the-list-of-major-companies-dropping-it/
- HR Grapevine. (2025, January 21). Apple & Microsoft double down on DEI as Trump begins DEI dismantling. HR Grapevine. https://www.hrgrapevine.com/us/content/article/2025-01-21-apple-microsoft-double-down-on-dei-as-trump-begins-dei-dismantling
- Public address at the World Economic Forum. (2025, January 23). World Economic Forum. https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/01/davos-2025-special-address-donald-trump-president-united-states/
- Reuters. (2025, January 22). Trump’s DEI cuts force Davos elite to find new words for diversity. Reuters. https://www.reuters.com/business/trumps-dei-cuts-force-davos-elite-find-new-words-diversity-2025-01-22/
- Stay in the know with Diversio. (n.d.). Diversio. https://info.diversio.com/newsletter-signup
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII). (n.d.). U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/guidance/questions-and-answers-application-title-vii-and-ada-applicants-or-employees-who?utm_source=chatgpt.com
FAQ
Who is Diversio?
Diversio is a leading people and culture analytics platform designed to measure, track, and improve workplace culture, inclusion, and learning. By combining advanced artificial intelligence (AI), robust data analytics, and insights from experienced subject matter experts, Diversio identifies key challenges, benchmarks your organization against peers, and delivers actionable strategies to achieve your people and culture goals. With a presence in over 51 countries, Diversio drives meaningful impact by empowering organizations to create thriving, inclusive workplace cultures.
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