Return on Inclusion Summit

Creating a Sense of Belonging in the Workplace

October 5, 2023

Tulsa Technology Center, Client Service Center 

3638 S Memorial Drive Tulsa, OK 74145

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Oklahoma’s largest professional diversity and inclusion conference returns, convening business, nonprofit and community leaders and professionals to educate and empower on the powerful return made when we invest in people. Return on Inclusion (ROI) reinforces the business case for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across all lines of difference.

For more details on the event, our speakers, and what to expect from the day, explore below.

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Conference Overview 

Keynote Presentations 

Program Highlights 

Fulton Streets Books & Coffee Curated Syllabus

Executive Breakfast

Attendee Downloads 

Our Supporters

Special Accommodations 

Return on Inclusion: Creating a Sense of Belonging in the Workplace presents an opportunity for organizations and individuals to learn from experts in creating a sense of belonging in the workplace. Whether you're an HR professional, a team leader, or an employee, you'll leave this event with valuable insights on how to build trust, foster psychological safety, and promote a sense of belonging in your workplace, gaining a deeper understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion and inspire positive change in your organization. 

Key takeaways from our keynote addresses and breakout sessions are: 

• Understanding the importance of fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace.
• Building trust and psychological safety as essential to belonging. 
• Developing actionable strategies to implement DEI initiatives.
• The cost of exclusion and the value of mental wellness in the workplace.
• Gaining insights on creating inclusive workplace cultures and unlocking employees’ full potential. 

KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Morning Keynote 

• Rhodes Perry, MPA | Imagine the Power of Belonging at Work

Morning Breakout Sessions 

• Jazzy Bivar-Tobie | Assimilation is a Swear Word 

• Derrick Sier | Curiosity + Connections = Outcomes

• Rachel Savage | Practical Ways to Reduce Bias in Hiring Processes

Lunch Keynote 

• Natasha Bowman | From Stigma to Support: A Call to Action for Workplace Mental Health

Afternoon Breakout Sessions

• Mikeale Campbell | Employee Resource Groups 101 - From Vision to Implementation

• Carrie McClain + Tracy Scott | Unbound: Overcoming Adversity & Empowering Impact Leaders 

• Alexandra Towler-Bliss | Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in Workplace Policies

Afternoon Workshop 

• Elisa Glick | Creating a Culture Where People Want to Stay

Closing & Networking Happy Hour (Optional)

FULTON STREET BOOKS & COFFEE CURATED SYLLABUS

Elevate your ROI Summit experience with the Fulton Street Books & Coffee program! We're excited to partner again with our local bookstore to offer a specially curated syllabus featuring thought-provoking books and additional learning resources on the summit's key topics. Knowledge is power, and we believe in empowering you with these valuable materials, all available for free. Dive deeper into the conversations, broaden your horizons, and continue the learning journey long after the summit.

Explore the syllabus now >> ROI Syllabus 2023

This Program has been approved for 6.0 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

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EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST

October 5, 2023 

Tulsa Technology Center, Client Service Center 

3638 S Memorial Drive Tulsa, OK 74145

Registration & Breakfast 7:30 a.m., Program Begins 8:00 a.m. 

We invite you to join our executive session at the eighth biennial Return on Inclusion (ROI) Summit, preceding the full conference program. This high-level executive event is an exclusive opportunity for CEOs and senior leaders to explore and learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies shared by this year’s presenter, Shalynne Jackson.

The event is free to attend but does require advance registration. Registration for our executive session is separate from the ROI Summit registration. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Please note that approval for participation is required and will only be extended to executive-level leaders.

For more information about this year's executive session, please contact executive breakfast chair Ashley Thomas 

Shalynne Jackson Executive Breakfast Keynote  Shalynne Jackson serves as Principal Consultant of Shalynne Jackson Consulting, a diversity, and inclusion (D&I) firm that supports organizations in cultivating workplaces where all thrive. Committed to equity, she has experience implementing D&I strategies for businesses of all sizes and industries, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to public safety professionals. She has served on various boards and is the Diversity Chair for the Oklahoma Human Resources State Council (OKHR). A graduate of The University of Oklahoma, Shalynne holds a Master of Human Relations degree. Additionally, she is a qualified administrator for the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI), a cross-cultural assessment of intercultural competence.

SPONSOR THIS YEAR'S ROI SUMMIT

ROI Summit is seeking sponsors to help make it a success. By supporting this event, your organization will have the opportunity to gain visibility and demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We offer a range of sponsorship levels with various benefits, including logo placement, speaking opportunities, and more. As a nonprofit fund of the Tulsa Community Foundation, sponsorships are tax-deductible. Join us in making a positive impact on the workplace and society as a whole.

Quick links:

• 2023 ROI Summit Sponsorship Packet

Questions? For more information or to secure your sponsorship, contact sponsorship chair Denise Reid