Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Forum Awards

Join the inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Forum and Awards! An opportunity to learn about DEI in the workplace and to honor those who are doing it right!

Featuring two panels discussing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workforce and in the workplace. Hear from those who are leading in our region.

Panel One: An eye…for DEI:
How to hire, recruit and retain a diverse workforce moderated by Jacques Whitfield, JD, CPS HR Consulting.

-Louis Stewart, NVIDIA Corporation
-Shalinee Hunter, CA DOT
-Regina W. Romero, CPS HR Consulting

Panel 2: Maintaining a strong DEI program:
What difference does it make and why is it important to the culture? Moderated by Sonya Sorich.

-Janine Yancey, Emtrain
-Austyn Perry, Urban Land Institute
-Adrienne Lawson, PRIDE Industries

The Champions for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Awards celebrate individuals and organizations who have shown exceptional commitment to promoting practices that advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace and in the community.

2022 Honorees:
-Brenda Shipp, WellSpace Health
-Tamu Green, Equity and Wellness Institue (EqWI)
-David Heitstuman, Sacramento LGBT Community Center
-Midtown Association
-Kaiser Permanente
-Nehemiah Community Foundation dba Nehemiah Emerging Leaders Program (NELP)
-Siemens Mobility
-Burger Patch