Advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the White House
Join us for an enlightening learning session as we explore the White House's unwavering commitment to leveraging diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as powerful tools for cultivating an inclusive workplace culture. Led by the first-ever Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for the White House, this transformative session will provide an overview of the White House's approach to serving as a model of excellence for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) and equip attendees with practical tips, ideas, and strategies to ensure their teams feel seen, heard, and valued while advancing their organization's mission.
Michael Leach
Michael Leach currently serves as Special Assistant to the President and was appointed the first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer for the White House. Prior to his appointment, Leach served as the Chief People Officer and Head of Diversity & Inclusion on the Biden-Harris Campaign where he led the campaign’s strategic vision, planning, and implementation of HR, staff diversity & inclusion efforts, talent acquisition, and leadership development. Prior to joining the Campaign, Leach worked in Labor Relations and Labor Operations for the National Football League (NFL) Management Council, served in leadership on the NFL Diversity Council, Co-Chaired the NFL Black Engagement Network, and was the Administrative Lead for the NFL Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship Program. Prior to his work at the NFL Headquarters, Leach served as the Assistant to Head Coach for the Chicago Bears. Before joining the Chicago Bears, Leach also worked in media relations for the Miami Dolphins. Originally from Chicago, IL, Leach is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and St. Thomas University (Miami, FL) and was recently awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree (Doctor of Humane Letters) during the summer of 2022.