We're in a backlash against Inclusion policies, with over 60% of senior executives calling the environment “very” or “extremely” challenging right now. How can businesses critically evaluate their Inclusion programs without necessarily abandoning these efforts?
Join Steve Odland and guest Andrew Jones, senior researcher at The Conference Board Governance & Sustainability Center, to explore The Conference Board's new report, the rise in Inclusion-related shareholder proposals, and how companies can recalibrate Inclusion in their workplace policies and marketing.
(00:49) Understanding Inclusion: Basics and Definitions
(03:24) The Evolution of Inclusion in Corporate America
(05:15) Inclusion Under Pressure: Challenges and Backlash
(06:56) The Supreme Court Decision and Its Impact
(09:16) Navigating the Pendulum Swing in Inclusion
(10:31) Balancing Stakeholder Interests in Inclusion
(16:16) Adapting Inclusion Strategies in a Changing World
(23:40) Philanthropy and Inclusion: Legal Challenges
(29:09) Terminology and Future of Inclusion
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