The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) announces it will host a webinar “DEI in the Private Sector – Key Developments for NJ Businesses,”featuring a panel discussion, on Monday, May 19th from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. The presentation will be led by partners from the law firm Seyfarth Shaw LLP, and will be moderated by John E. Harmon. Sr., IOM, AACCNJ, Founder, President & CEO, and will provide an update on the latest developments regarding workplace and supplier diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
“As a member of the U. S. Chamber of Commerce (USCC) at our March meeting, we attended a DEI presentation, led by Camille Olson from Seyfarth Shaw LLP, I asked my colleague Sara Armstrong, Vice President and Managing Director, Federation Relations and Coalition Partnerships, USCC, for the introduction, and she bought us together,” said John E. Harmon, Sr. “This speaks to the value of our partnership, and a heightened awareness of the need for credible sources of information for our members and businesses throughout the state of NJ,” said Harmon.
“Chambers of commerce have a unique opportunity to lead in the area of fostering inclusive workplaces,” said Camille A. Olson. “Seyfarth Shaw is honored to present on this important topic to AACCNJ members as organizations across the country work to enhance equal opportunity and merit-based employment decision-making.”
Seyfarth Shaw LLP Panelists include:
Gerald L. Pauling, Partner, Employment Law Group
Brandon L. Dixon, Partner, Labor & Employment — DEI Counseling Task Force
Camille A. Olson, Partner, Labor & Employment– Complex Discrimination Litigation
DEI in the Private Sector: Key Developments for Businesses
The new administration has made elimination of “illegal DEI” a priority. Join Gerald Pauling, Brandon Dixon, and Camille Olson of Seyfarth Shaw LLP to get up to speed in the following areas:
▪ Overview of significant developments affecting workplace and supplier DEI programs, policies, and practices.
▪ Review of executive actions, court decisions, and agency guidance impacting DEI programs.
▪ Emerging trends in workplace inclusion efforts and corporate equal opportunity employment strategies.
▪ Best practices to minimize risk and create a culture of inclusion and belonging.
This is a free event, and attendees can register at the following link. The session will include Q&A from registered attendees.