Next Gen Workforce: Why Culture is the New Currency
Research and data has proven that diverse teams outperform non-diverse teams. And since the disability community is the largest untapped pool of talent in the U.S., employers should be eager to hire and retain these workers. Yet, according to a 2020 Accenture study, only 1 in 20 employers were openly addressing disability inclusion.
So, how can organizations leverage disability inclusion to keep employees engaged and ultimately achieve broader business objectives?
Learning Objectives
- Understand why the rapidly evolving workforce expects and values inclusive companies and how inclusive companies outperform peers.
- Know the consequences of lukewarm accessibility practices.
- Get steps employers can take now to support disability inclusion in the workplace.
Brought To You By: Inclusively
Tiffany Meehan
Tiffany Meehan (She/Her/Disabled) is the Vice President of Marketing at Inclusively, an innovative employment platform connecting disabled job seekers to inclusive employers. Tiffany was born with Spina bifida and is a wheelchair user, making Inclusively’s mission to create opportunities for disabled professionals in the corporate world incredibly personal and important. As a first-generation Latina and disabled marketing professional, she is proud to create inclusive branding, accessible content, and to collaborate with leaders within the disability community.
Based in Northern Virginia, Tiffany graduated from The George Washington University and received a BA in English and Religion. She has previously worked on successful marketing campaigns with the Office of DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, SiriusXM, Lisner Auditorium and is on the board of directors for non-profits Loudoun Cares and The Arc of Loudoun. In her spare time, she enjoys taking photos, going to concerts, traveling, and making home-cooked meals for family and friends.