WEST POINT DIVERSITY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE – April 07, 2009
This year’s conference theme was “Building a Culture of Diversity and Inclusion” which focused on the principles, practices and accomplishments of successful diversity and inclusion efforts within the private, government and academia arenas.
“This conference was a unique opportunity for diversity experts from both the military and civilian sectors to share innovations and ideas,” said Col. Bryan Goda, who was the West Point chair for the conference.
On Friday, April 3, guest speakers included Gen. Kip Ward, U.S. Africa Command and Ms. Barbara Frankel, Senior Vice President and Executive Editor, DiversityInc. Additionally, there were panel discussions on Business Case; Leader Commitment; Return on Investment and Accountability; and on Innovations; Employee Networks; Talent Management; and Communications and Training.
About West Point
West Point, The U.S. Military Academy, is a four-year co-educational federal undergraduate liberal arts college located 50 miles north of New York City. The world's preeminent leader development institution, it was founded in 1802 as America's first college of engineering. Its mission remains constant-to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army. For more information, go to www.westpoint.edu