Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is an integral part of building a positive and sustainable culture within an organization. Most leaders and managers understand the importance of embedding EDI into every aspect of their business, but how do you do so effectively? This session will provide practical best practices for ensuring EDI is a part of the strategy within your organization and offer ways to improve current EDI approaches. KEY TAKEAWAYS Understand how to implement practical EDI strategies; Creating a culture of inclusivity within an organization and; Improving on current EDI approaches. MEET YOUR PRESENTER: DIVERSITY INSTITUTE Diversity Institute Overview The Diversity Institute at Ted Rogers School of Management undertakes research on diversity in the workplace and shares these best practices with businesses across Canada. The Diversity Institute provides resources, training and support as it relates to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as a means of increasing the competitiveness and diversity amongst Canadian SMEs. The Institute also works with large corporations including RBC, Morneau Shepell, TD Bank, Deloitte Ltd., Scotiabank, Accenture and Microsoft.