PROSPECTUS

ISENBERG’S INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Business Innovation HubIsenberg School of Management

University of Massachusetts AmherstOctober 18-19, 2019

Co-Chair: Cathy Lowry, Senior Lecturer, Director of Firm Relations, Accounting Co-Chair: Nefertiti A. Walker, PhD, Associate Dean for an Inclusive Organization

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Isenberg Inclusion 3

Mission 3

The Diversity and Inclusion Imperative 4-5

Isenberg Quick Facts 6

Agenda 7

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ISENBERG INCLUSION

MISSION

AUDIENCE

Here at Isenberg, we value the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of our community members bring to the table. We understand that in order to be a true hub of innovation, we must value diversity. We must seek diverse ways of looking at problems, and we must provide an environment where even the most underrepresented of views are heard.

The people of our community are our most valuable asset. We cherish our students, faculty and staff, alumni, and local community members. In order to realize the value of their diversity we work tirelessly to cultivate an environment that acknowledges differences, respects diverse perspectives, and seeks the voice of all members of our community. This culture of inclusion that we seek is the active and continuous process of providing a space where everyone feels comfortable bringing their complete and authentic selves to Isenberg while upholding the Isenberg values of respect and dignity. Here in Isenberg, we celebrate diversity and cultivate inclusion in our march towards innovation and the workplace of the future.

The Inclusive Leadership Summit (ILS) is the nexus of our diversity and inclusion efforts. The ILS brings industry partners, alumni, students, faculty, staff, and community leaders together to share best practices, industry trends, and concerns related to diversity and inclusion in business.

We are driven. We understand that to be successful in today’s business environment, our driven students need to possess the skills of inclusive leadership. The global marketplace is only becoming more connected, and cultural competency is an essential skill for even the most local of workplaces. Innovation is imperative, and we know from research that innovation thrives in inclusive environments that support the engagement of diverse people and perspectives. Therefore, our goal with this conference is to provide our students with the tools, content, and networking opportunities to better understand the importance of diversity, and to help them learn the skills and capabilities of inclusive leadership.

The audience will be a combination of undergraduate and graduate students from Isenberg and beyond. Students will attend panel presentations, keynote speaker presentations, and workshops administered by professional thought leaders on inclusion, moderated by faculty and staff.

“Diversity is a measure. Inclusion is a skill” - Geraldine Huse, CEO & Chairman of the Board, P&G Central Europe

“Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance.” –Vernā Myers, VP of Inclusion Strategy, Netflix

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THE DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IMPERATIVE

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the forefront of strong business strategy in the coming decades. As our communities and workplaces become increasingly diverse, they will require leaders who have the competency to guide diverse teams and who are equipped to thrive in an inclusive global marketplace.

The Future of WorkThe workplace is changing more rapidly than ever. According to recent research by Deloitte, firms face seven new realities as they aim to be successful in the 21st century. Best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion underscore each of these new realities by increasing the top talent available for firms, encouraging the diverse exchanges needed to reinvent and scale ideas, and cultivating leaders who are nimble, innovative, and can truly unleash the power of their teams.

Changing Demographic Landscape

In addition to a rapidly changing workplace environment, the demographics in which firms operate are changing rapidly. In the United States, non-Hispanic whites will become a racial minority by 2043, but as of this year,7 in 10 Fortune 500 CEOs are white men. Additionally, the world population will continue to shift with major growth coming in Africa and Asia, opening new challenges and opportunities for U.S. firms.

Source: Pew Research Source: Data from UN Population Division

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Despite its importance, firms struggle with integrating comprehensive diversity and inclusion practices into their business cultures.

Inclusive teams not only perform better but are increasingly important in the current marketplace.

Diverse teams with inclusive practices make better decisions. According to Juliet Bourke, author of Two Heads Are Better Than One? How Diverse Teams Create Breakthrough Ideas and Make Smarter Decisions, organizations with inclusive cultures are:

• 2X more likely to exceed financial targets• 3X more likely to be high-performing• 6X more likely to be innovative and agile• 8X more likely to achieve better business outcomes

Source: Cloverpop

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ISENBERG QUICK FACTS

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Degrees Offered:• Bachelor of Business Administration• Bachelor of Science• Master of Business Administration• Master of Finance in Alternative Investments• Master of Science in Accounting• Master of Science in Business & Analytics• Master of Science in Sport Management• Doctoral• Certificates

Departments:• Accounting• Finance• Hospitality & Tourism Management• Management• Marketing• Operations & Information Management• Sport Management

Undergraduate students: 3,700Master’s students: 1,700Alumni: 44,000

U.S. News & World ReportBest Undergraduate Business Schools#1 Public in the Northeast, #26 Public Schools Nationwide, #44 Overall

Financial TimesBest Online MBA Programs#3 Worldwide, #1 in the U.S. for three years running

AACSB Accredited

Centers:• Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship• Center for Business & Professional Communication• Center for International Securities and Derivatives Markets• Chase Career Center• McCormack Center for Sport Research• Virtual Center for Supernetworks

INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2019 SCHEDULE

October 18, 2019

October 19, 2019

Time

4:00pm - 8:00pm

5:30pm - 7:00pm

7:00pm - 9:00pm

8:00am - 9:00am

8:00am - 9:00am

9:15am - 10:30am

10:40am - 11:30am

11:40am - 12:30pm

12:40pm - 1:40pm

1:45pm - 3:15pm

3:25pm - 4:15pm

4:25pm - 5:00pm

Event

Registration

Speed Networking

Cocktail Reception

Case Competition Finalists

Registration and Breakfast

Keynote Speaker

Breakout Session

Breakout Session

Luncheon with Guest Speakers

Workshops/Informal Interviews

Breakout Session 3

Closing Remarks and Case Study Competition Winner Announced

Location

Learning Commons

Learning Commons

Learning Commons

Business Innovation Hub

Business Innovation Hub

Learning Commons

Business Innovation Hub

Business Innovation Hub

Learning Commons

Business Innovation Hub

Business Innovation Hub

Learning Commons

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