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Speaker: Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle
Program: Diversity Equity & Inclusion Isn’t Dead in Human Resources: It’s Just Evolving
In the session titled "Diversity Equity & Inclusion Isn't Dead in Human Resources: It's Just Evolving: Dr. Marche' Fleming-Randle, will discuss the importance of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in organizations and HR leadership. Despite a downturn in DEI trends in 2023, it is crucial to prioritize DE&I in 2024.
The session will address the reasons behind the decline in DEI trends in 2023 and provide key points for training HR leaders and employees to ensure that the emphasis on DE&I is prioritized. One growing trend in diversity and inclusion in 2023 is the establishment of transparent targets, goals, and D&I initiatives within organizations. By doing so, it will increase the accountability of people in leadership positions, facilitate honest conversations between employees and their bosses, and encourage them to share ideas and solutions.
In this session, you will learn:
- Organizations should set transparent targets, goals, and D&I initiatives.
- Increase accountability of people in leadership positions, encourage honest conversations between employees and their bosses, and inspire them to share ideas and solutions.
- Provide awareness on social justice and issues that continues to increase, organizations pressures.
- Provide concrete steps to address inequalities and create workplaces that are more inclusive.
Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle is a trailblazer and an accomplished leader in the academic and research industry. As the first African-American Female Vice President in university history at Wichita State University, Dr. Fleming-Randle has tremendously influenced the academic world.
Her research and academic interests include mental health, child and youth programs, educational leadership, and diversity, making her a leading expert in these areas. Dr. Fleming-Randle has authored several publications and has contributed to numerous articles, policies, research journals, and grants.
Dr. Marché is a sought-after motivational speaker and a public intellectual who has inspired countless individuals with her words. She is an author, motivational speaker and public intellectual.
In addition to her scholarly endeavors, Dr. Fleming-Randle has authored several influential publications that have made a lasting impact on the discourse surrounding diversity. Her notable works include The Gumbo Analysis of Diversity Handbook, The Bold, Black and Beautiful, The Dreams Kings are made of, and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Handbook. Furthermore, she has contributed to various articles, policies, research journals, and grants in her quest to advance diversity initiatives.
Dr. Fleming-Randle's commitment to excellence and her distinguished career have garnered numerous accolades and honors. She has been recognized with the Excellence in Teaching Award, the Wichita Urban Professional Mentor Award, and the Business Journal Diversity and Leadership Award. Her exceptional leadership qualities have earned her the 2017 Sigma Gamma Rho Community Leader Award, as well as the distinction of being named in Who's Who Among America's college professors. Moreover, she has been honored with the Wichita State University Office of Diversity and Inclusion Phenomenal Woman Award and the TRIO Disability Support Services Lighthouse Award for Faculty of the Year, among many others.
With her remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication, Dr. Marche Fleming-Randle is an indisputable authority in the realm of diversity. Her expertise, coupled with her passion for fostering inclusivity, make her a highly sought-after speaker and an influential figure in the pursuit of a more diverse and equitable society.
Dr. Fleming-Randle’s hobbies include listening to her favorite musician artist, Prince, talking with friends, watching 007James Bond movies, debating with her father, James Sr., on social issues and spending quality time with her husband, Aron. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and The Links, Incorporated.
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