For Corporate DEI, Elections Sometimes Have Consequences
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Navigating Washington: Insights for Business

For Corporate DEI, Elections Sometimes Have Consequences

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In August 2024, The Conference Board convened a panel of experts for a Member roundtable titled “Future-Proofing Your DE&I Strategy: Proactive Scenario Planning for Potential Legislative and Election Changes.” Speakers emphasized the need for leaders to develop diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) strategies in advance of the election, allowing their organizations to adapt in the face of potentially significant changes.

In August 2024, The Conference Board convened a panel of experts for a Member roundtable titled “Future-Proofing Your DE&I Strategy: Proactive Scenario Planning for Potential Legislative and Election Changes.” Speakers emphasized the need for leaders to develop diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) strategies in advance of the election, allowing their organizations to adapt in the face of potentially significant changes.

Key Insights

  • With the 2024 US presidential election now decided, CEOs and DEI leaders should prepare for a potential escalation in anti-DEI rhetoric, accelerated backlash, and additional DEI-related legislative and policy changes.
  • Leaders should prepare for these shifts by prioritizing communications; ensuring clear, consistent messaging that addresses the concerns of all employees and stakeholders; conducting a comprehensive review of their DEI programs and strategies; and then engaging in scenario planning to make or be ready for adjustments.

Author

Allan Schweyer

Allan Schweyer Allan Schweyer

Principal Researcher, Human Capital
The Conference Board

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