Schedule

*The conference is being held over a two-week period. The full conference starts on March 10. Concurrent sessions will start on March 10 and complete on March 11.

Full Conference
March 10
Full Conference
March 11

Please note that the conference schedule, conference sessions, and speakers are subject to change.

                Pre Conference - October 4-8
 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. PST

Training Certificates

*Certified Inclusive Leader Certification
This class is 2.5 days and will be offered twice during the week, October 4-6 & October 6-8.

*Racial Justice Institute Certification
The class is 2.5 days and will be offered twice during the week, October 4-6 & October 6-8.

                Training - August 19
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Full-day intensive workshops to build core cultural intelligence skills.

Inclusive Leadership in Action
Learn the specific behaviors of an inclusive leader. This session focuses on practical techniques for creating psychological safety, facilitating inclusive meetings, and ensuring every team member feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their best work.

*All training sessions are for 7 hours, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m, CST.

Full Conference - March 10 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST
General Conference	9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.	Concurrent Session I Measuring Multicultural Leadership Impact Explore frameworks and tools for tracking the contributions of multicultural leaders, including representation, retention, and engagement data. Learn how to translate leadership diversity into measurable business outcomes. Best Practices in Multicultural Leadership Hear from leaders on proven strategies for advancing diversity and equity through leadership. This session highlights lessons learned, common challenges, and practical solutions. Belonging Across Cultures Discover how multicultural leadership creates environments where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and connected. This session focuses on belonging as a driver of innovation and engagement.
10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.	Break
10:30 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.	Concurrent Session II Leadership Development for Diverse Talent Designed for emerging leaders, this session provides tools for professional growth, influence-building, and navigating unique challenges as multicultural leaders. Foundations of Multicultural Leadership A practical introduction for organizations building diverse leadership pipelines. Learn how to cultivate multicultural talent and align leadership development with organizational goals. Inclusive Leadership Practices Explore how inclusive leadership empowers diverse teams, fosters equity, and builds strong workplace cultures.
12:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Keynote Panel Industry leaders discuss the evolving role of multicultural leadership in driving organizational change, advancing equity, and shaping the future of work.
1:50 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Concurrent Session III Advanced Multicultural Leadership Strategies Take leadership skills to the next level with advanced strategies for governance, cross-cultural collaboration, and succession planning. Multicultural Leadership & Workplace Transformation Understand how diverse leadership reshapes organizational culture, enhances engagement, and influences policies that foster equity. Emotional Intelligence in Diverse Leadership Learn how emotional intelligence strengthens communication, trust, and collaboration across cultures.

Full Conference - March 11 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. CST
General Conference	9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.	Concurrent Session I Allyship in Multicultural Leadership Move beyond statements into practice by exploring what it means to be an ally to diverse leaders. Learn strategies for meaningful sponsorship and advocacy. Five Lessons from Multicultural Leadership Journeys A reflective session distilling key takeaways from leaders who have advanced equity and inclusion across industries. Creating, Sustaining, and Scaling Multicultural Leadership Programs Explore the lifecycle of multicultural leadership programs, from launch to expansion, and learn how to sustain momentum over time.
10:10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.	Break
10:30 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.	Concurrent Session II Global Multicultural Leadership Strategies Discover how leaders can navigate cultural complexity across borders and regions. Learn how to adapt leadership approaches for global impact while honoring local contexts. Measuring Leadership Diversity ROI Explore methods to connect multicultural leadership to business value through metrics, data analysis, and storytelling. Storytelling for Multicultural Influence Learn how leaders can use narrative to amplify multicultural perspectives, secure executive buy-in, and inspire teams.
12:20 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Closing Keynote/Recognition A forward-looking keynote celebrating the power of multicultural leade