You are invited to join the Savannah Interagency Diversity Council and the Effingham Chamber of Commerce for a morning of dynamic conversation, diverse viewpoints, and engaging speakers as we hold the first
Effingham County Diversity Conference.
Economic growth continues to play a powerful role throughout our county - bringing not just a diversity in jobs, but a diversity in people. Successful growth hinges on our ability to balance the feeling of community and familiarity that draws people to our county, while creating a sense of belonging for our new neighbors.
Just as it does in business, a forward thinking mindset and collaborative conversations will help us lead as a diverse community. Join the conversation!
All are welcome to attend. Pre-Registration is required.
In-Person seating is limited, and pre-registration is required for admission.
The conference will also be
live-streamed via Zoom. Pre-registration is required to receive the Zoom login credentials. Zoom participants will be muted and can submit questions and comments via Zoom's chat function.
Among the scheduled speakers will be:
- Kenny Grant, CEO of Band of Brothers and Senior Pastor at Calvary Baptist Temple in Savannha.
Topic: Integrating Faith, Religion, Culture & Diversity
in our Community
- Lameisha Hunter Kelly, Executive Director of Strategic Business Development and Government Affairs at Effingham Health System
Topic: Diversity and Inclusion within the Field of Government
- Alfonso Ribot, President of the Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Topic: The Power of Latino Leadership through Culture, Inclusion and Contribution
- Wayne Dawson, Executive Director of Savannah-Chatham Fair Housing Council Inc.
Topic: Disability as a Dimension of Diversity
- April Brackin, Branch Manager / Consumer Lending Officer for Renasant Bank, and Christy Brackin, Human Resources Director for Five Star Savannah Square LLC
Topic: How Can Unconscious Bias Impact Diversity and Inclusion
- Anne Weisel, Headmaster of Lower School, St. Andrews School in Savannah
Topic: Diversity through the Lens of Education
- Emra Smith, CEO of the International School of Story
Topic: Welcoming and Blending International Cultures in Business, Workplace and Community.
Speakers are subject to change.
Event Description:You are invited to join the Savannah Interagency Diversity Council and the Effingham Chamber of Commerce for a morning of dynamic conversation, diverse viewpoints, and engaging speakers as we hold the first Effingham County Diversity Conference.