August 23 Executive Luncheon: Fostering Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in Marketing

As marketers, we recognize the importance of listening to our customers. Customers are not the only ones we need to listen to…we also need to listen to investors, partners, employees and various stakeholders. Many of whom are demanding that organizations demonstrate inclusion. While meaningful diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives start at the top, this luncheon conversation will help encourage DEI leadership practices you can implement today in your marketing that will help foster an inclusive workforce and ensure everyone feels seen and heard. 

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Key learning objectives:

• How does DEI play within the workforce and within marketing?
• What are some ways you have advised (that you can share) executives to encourage practices that are more inclusive? 
• How are you seeing leaders and marketers address DEI initiatives?
• What are some key pillars of a strong DEI strategy?
• We often hear about DEI in HR conversations, yet, how do we work together to adopt more DEI strategic practices when leading from within to transform an organization?

Who should attend?

This event is open to members and non members, and covers a wide spectrum of businesses, organizations, and marketing and industry professionals. If you seek to strengthen your knowledge on defining or adjusting your content marketing strategy, and capitalizing on key priorities, then this will be a rewarding event for you.

Audience take-a-ways:

• Establishing a DEI strategy and plan
• Highlighting risks and opportunities
• Making an impact across your organization
• Networking opportunity with marketing and industry professional

Up to $5 of every ticket sale goes towards AMA DFW collegiate scholarships.

Panelists

Karuna Thomas, PCC, aPHR, DEI and Leadership Coach at Diversity Crew

LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/karunajedi/ 

Karuna is a leading ICF accredited Professional Certified Coach (PCC), who combines her two decades of experience in the foodservice industry where she launched a 5 Billion Dollar brand internationally, scaled supply chain network in 35+ countries, and led multi-cultural teams, making her adept at strategy development, cultural intelligence, and people leadership. She is a much sought-after coach who coaches leaders across a multitude of industries, ranging from Fortune 100 to tech startups.

Motivated by the diversity of the human experience and organizational life, currently Karuna is commonly brought in by multinationals as a Diversity & Inclusion catalyst to work with leaders in fostering inclusion, cultural competency, and belonging to drive team cohesion and performance.

She is also a serial community builder. Passionate about Women Empowerment and Equity, Karuna was recently appointed as the Network President of Lean In North Dallas Network. She is also a mentor with American Corporate Partners (ACP), where she guides transitioning veterans to advance their career goals in the civilian world.  Since 2018, she has been a C.A.S.A volunteer of Collin County, serving in the best interest of children who are placed in foster care due to abuse and or neglect.

And when she is not working, she is either performing on stage in the DFW area as Bollywood dance is another passion of hers  or creating fusion dessert shooters reminiscing her days in the restaurant industry.

James Sackey, Marketing Strategist, Panelist

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamessackey/ James Sackey is a professional marketer, entrepreneur, and President of the Dallas Junior Chamber. 

As a marketer, he specializes in retention marketing where he creates tools and campaigns designed to build relationships that keep clients and members coming back.

Moderator

Christina Miralla, Head of Digital Marketing, RQI Partners, Inc., Moderator

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinamiralla/ 

Trained digital news writer turned award-winning digital marketer with a knack for writing engaging copy. Day-to-day, Christina oversees digital marketing for the resuscitation division of the American Heart Association and Laerdal Medical partnership. Christina joined as EVP of Executive Luncheons on the AMA DFW’s Board of Directors in February 2023. 

Walk-ins and at-the-door tickets are limited, and available on a first come, first serve basis, based on availability. At The Door prices are $45 for members and $55 for non-members. Credit or debit card accepted at the door.

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For more information on this event, please contact info@amadfw.com.

AMA DFW Members: To receive your DISCOUNTED member ticket, select Enter Promotional Code, type in the email address associated with your AMA Membership account, and click Apply.

Please note AMA DFW’s refund policy: Tickets are nonrefundable unless cancellation is requested via email at least 48 hours prior to the start of the event.

Masks are recommended.