Come Out, Come Out Wherever You Are...A Review of LGBT Leadership
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In a 2021 study completed by the Medical University of South Carolina, 0.3% of senior leadership positions at Fortune 500 companies are held by individuals acknowledging that they identify as LGBTQiA+. When we look at the political arena, ten people (out of 535) in the US Congress & ten people (out of 338) in the Canadian House of Commons identify as LGBTQIA+. Because of these statistics, it would appear that the LGBTQIA+ may not 'see' themselves as future leaders because of a lack of seeing themselves being represented in these key roles. As such, this session focuses on how we, as HR practitioners, can encourage our LGBTQIA+ employees to see themselves as leaders of tomorrow.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the current research on LGBTQIA+ employees in our society and the lack of representation in both C-Level roles and Political positions.
- Learn of new ways to spark conversations with your LGBTQIA+ employees to engage the employees in seeing themselves in future leadership roles.
- Receive practical ways to succession plan within your portfolios to create pipeline growth opportunities with their LGBTQIA+ employees.
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Dr. Drew Fockler
Meet Dr. Drew Fockler, the charismatic captain of the classroom and champion of change! As a University Professor specializing in HR and Leadership studies, Drew doesn't just teach; he ignites a revolution! With a magnetic personality and a knack for making complex concepts come alive, Drew empowers students to become tomorrow's trailblazers. But beyond the textbooks, Drew is a Change Champion extraordinaire, leading the charge for innovation and progress. Whether spearheading diversity initiatives or challenging traditional paradigms, Drew is at the forefront of reshaping the future of work. With passion as their compass and knowledge as their weapon, Dr. Drew Fockler is paving the way to a brighter, more inclusive tomorrow!