The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s Equity Committee will host a webinar focused on fostering a more inclusive workplace on Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. ET. The webinar is titled “Building Inclusive Workplaces: You’ve successfully recruited a diverse workforce, now what?” and will equip attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to champion diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and drive positive change within their organizations.

Through expert insights and practical examples, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the benefits of DE&I, the challenges that may arise, and effective strategies for implementing and sustaining inclusive practices in the workplace. Speakers for the webinar will include:

Moderator:

• Scott Thacker, CLFP, CPA, CEO of Ivory Consulting and chair of the ELFA’s Equity Committee

Panelists:

• Christopher Johnson, Senior Vice President and President, Pitney Bowes Global Financial Services
• Eboni Preston-Laurent, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, ELFA
• Moto Tohda, Vice President of Information Systems, Tokyo Century
• Amy Weum, Regional Vice President, Farm Credit Leasing

The webinar will be a precursor to the 2023 ELFA Equity Forum, which will be held in New Orleans from Sept. 13-14 and will feature educational sessions that celebrate diversity and embrace the power of inclusion for the benefit of all.