Join us as we discuss the importance of this event, and how Leading Allies Of… , our sponsors, partners, and steering committee, are creating the waves of change in the industry.

Since 2020, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion have been in the spotlight like never before. This is a pivotal point in our history, but at times this can feel overwhelming. In this keynote we peel back the onion to what is at the heart of DE&I, and explore how we can each take manageable steps, so collectively we move the needle.

There is no magic formula to solving a company’s DE&I challenges, and the journey to success can take many different paths. In this panel we explore how different companies are achieving their success, how their best practices could be embraced by other companies, and what they might do differently in hindsight.

The Data Center & Cloud talent crisis is well documented, and as demand for our services continues to grow, so does the problem. In Data Centers alone, it is estimated that another 300,000 staff need to be found by 2025.  Diversity could play a huge part in resolving this, but requires us to start hiring ‘out of the box,’ and embracing different recruiting practices. This panel of leaders have all made bold moves in their hiring decisions and have taken risks that are ultimately paying off. Join us to hear their stories, that might just inspire your next move before writing the next job requisition.

Allies are actively seeking ways to do more to support their colleagues. Hear from allies that are walking the talk and how we all become better leaders because of this. Featuring several perspectives from leading industry organizations, this panel will share their stories on how allyship helps grow D&I opportunity and why continued allyship is so important to secure seats at the table for women and minority groups.

In the past decade, women have been appearing in our C-suites at a significant pace. What has been the key to their success, and how have companies benefited as a result? Hearing from these remarkable women will exemplify why diversity is good for business.

It’s time to explore translating theory to action. Let’s discuss what it means to put things into practice, both within companies, and for the industry at large. A declaration can be powerful, and even more so when we join forces for change to fulfil them.