Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership | March 2024 Flipbook

Creating Inclusive Leaders

and Cultures To Transform Your Organization

The Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership is a global authority on leadership, gender equity, and inclusion. We offer individuals and organizations game-changing programming necessary for equity in leadership focused on leading more inclusively, stepping up as allies, and developing women leaders.

Our vision is to manifest equity in leadership in our lifetime, with a mission to develop the mindset and skills of leaders at all stages of life so they can foster gender parity and cultures of inclusion.

We design, build, and deliver innovative, researchdriven programming — both online and in person — that can be customized for any organization, no matter the size or industry.

“We envision a world where women aren’t just 50% of the world’s population, they are 50% of the world’s leaders.”

Susan MacKenty Brady CEO, Institute for Inclusive Leadership

Strategic Advisory Board

Members of the Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership Strategic Advisory Board share the deep desire to foster equity, inclusion, and gender parity in organizational leadership in our lifetime. This is no less than a global dream team of change-makers, and the Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership is deeply grateful and proud to be the catalyst that unites the members.

Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Warner Bros. Discovery

Partner, Chief Financial

& Chief Compliance Officer, Monitor Clipper Partners

Organizational Change, Culture & Engagement Lead, Hudson Lake

Senior

PETER CHURCH

Chief People Officer, Point32Health

SHANDA HINTON Chief Diversity Officer, RTX

KIMBERLY COCKRELL Chief Human Resources Officer, Toyota Motor North America

PAUL FRANCISCO

Chief Diversity Officer, State Street

PAULA CONNOLLY

Partner and Co-Chief Technology Officer at Bain Capital

MILLETTE GRANVILLE

Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, 2U

SUSAN ESPER

Audit & Assurance Partner, Deloitte

CLAIR BRODY

ASHA GEORGE Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Electronic Arts (EA)

APRIL EVANS

Officer

TRACY FAGAN

Vice President, PMO Natixis

KIM CERDA

SONYA JACOBS Chief Organizational Learning Officer, University of Michigan

STUART KLIMAN Partner & Head of the Center of Excellence, Building Industry Partners

SUZANNE LEONARD

Professor of Literature and Writing and Program Director of the MA in Gender and Cultural Studies, Simmons University Authority (WMATA)

REGINA PISA

Chairman Emeritus & Partner, Goodwin

DEVENDRA MALLADI

Vice President, Cisco+ Portfolio Management, Cisco

COLLEEN RICHARDS POWELL

Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, American Tower

STEPHANIE TURNER

Vice President, Inclusion, Diversity, and Social Innovation, Mitre

Sr. VP and Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer at Boston Children’s Hospital, Director of Sandra L. Fenwick Institute for Pediatric Health Equity and Inclusion

GREG MARTIN

US Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at John Hancock

GREG MORLEY

Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion Moët Hennessy

DENISE MILLARD

Senior Vice President, Global Alliances and Industries, Dell Technologies

DR. SHEILA ROBINSON

Founder, Publisher & CEO, Diversity Woman Media

Global Head of Talent, Illumina

MARGARET RUVOLDT

Chief Human Resources Officer for LEARN Behavioral

DARLENE SLAUGHTER

VP, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)

CEO, Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

LINDSEY OTRADOVEC

Regional Vice President, Western US, Intuitive Surgical

LORI SPICER ROBERTSON

VP, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

VALERIE L. WARD, MD, MPH

KAREN WETHERHOLT

SUSAN MACKENTY BRADY

DR. LYNN PERRY WOOTEN President, Simmons University BOARD CHAIRS

Thought Leadership

Our experts in leadership, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging have created a vast library of Research and Insights that ignite positive action and empower women to realize their leadership potential.

BROWSE our collection of research, white papers, guides, and books covering inclusive leadership, equity, allyship, and belonging.

FOLLOW the Better Understanding podcast and hear executives discuss how inclusion can be applied into everyday action.

READ practical and topical blog posts from our experts about supporting women as they navigate the leadership journey and how allies can mentor them along the way.

WATCH webinars, videos, and recordings featuring insights from the Institute’s thought leaders.

Action-Oriented Keynotes

Our experts advise teams on how to work together effectively to create cultures of inclusion and increase gender parity in their organizations. We are passionate about working with leaders at all levels, including allies, to move the needle on gender equity. In-person and virtual keynote address options. Learn more.

Founded in Allyship, Sustained by Innovative Leadership

Tailored Leadership Experiences

Accelerating the Advancement of Women through Fostering Cultures Where All Can Thrive.

For over 45 years, Simmons has created educational experiences enjoyed by leaders from every function and from organizations in every industry. Our tailored learning journeys meet your organization’s needs, wherever you are: We partner with you to create results-driven program content for all levels of your organization.

“This learning experience knocked my socks off. I feel like my company has really invested in me. I can’t wait to use what I learned.”

— Client Attendee, Tech Industry

The Simmons Leadership Conference

The Simmons Leadership Conference (SLC) is one of the longest-running and most-respected leadership conferences in the world, with over 120K attendees in its 45-year history.  We bring together an international group of more than 7,500 professional women and allies who want to better themselves, their workplaces, and the world. Participants experience a high-impact day of learning, wisdom, and inspiration.

The Simmons Leadership Conference is the largest oneday fundraiser for Simmons University. Proceeds support both student scholarships and strategic initiatives focused on helping the next generation of leaders thrive.

45 years running 120K+ conference alumni

97% plan to attend again

“What an experience! Interacting with such powerhouses and women of impact first-hand was an experience I will never forget.”

— Fatima Hassan, Senior Product Manager, HPE

MASIHALINEJAD

“The Simmons Leadership Conference 2023 was nothing short of phenomenal.”

— Saidah Grayson Dill, 2023 Conference attendee

INSPIRING SPEAKERS & THOUGHT-PROVOKING PANELS

Keynotes and skill-building sessions by globally renowned leaders and discussions about inclusive leadership in the workplace.

NETWORKING ACROSS HYBRID AUDIENCE

Engage with ALL attendees to maximize networking and connection with peers from around the world.

ENGAGEMENT WITH FLEXIBILITY

In-person and online viewing options offer maximum flexibility for different schedules.

EXPLORE VIRTUAL EXHIBITORS

Make meaningful connections with our sponsor organizations in their interactive virtual booths.

“I absolutely love that it was a hybrid experience. Due to the excellent technology set-up that was provided, my virtual experience was flawless. It was as if I was there in person! Having a choice to attend in person or virtual was fantastic!”

— Latsamy Visetsin Manager of Inclusion & Diversity, The TJX Companies, Inc.

See the event come to life.

Watch the video with highlights from SLC 2023!

Memorable moments from SLC 2023.

Hear from sponsors who invest in women year after year.

Strategic Leadership

Accelerator

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM FOR WOMEN

Our impactful research-based program — informed by current workforce trends — provides women with the tools, critical skills, and strategies to accelerate their career, tackle challenges faced by women professionals, and lead with confidence and intention.

FORMAT FEATURES AUDIENCE CREDENTIALS

Instructor-Led Tailored for Your Organization

“

The

Michele Hentges, Cisco Systems, Global Strategy and Planning

1:1 Executive Coaching For women at all career levels

Strategic Leadership Accelerator Certificate

Program fundamentally changed the way I think about leadership presence and practice. The combination of programming content, peer interaction, and networking opportunities delivered an experience unlike any program I have attended. I firmly believe that

contributed to my

completing

this

program

promotion into a senior strategy role.”

Simmons University Certificate

Leading with Impact: Essential Practices for Women

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM FOR WOMEN

Women in organizations often face overwhelming workloads and stress, risking burnout. Learning the practices featured in the best-selling book Arrive and Thrive can kick-start new leadership approaches, offering inspiration and practical wisdom for positive impact. The program aims to empower women to lead effectively and help others do the same, fostering honest conversations with practical advice. It’s time for women to thrive in leadership roles, to lead with intention allowing women to make significant impact for themselves and others.

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Marcy Goode Director, Customer Experience and Web Product Management, McGraw Hill

Instructor-Led Tailored for Your Organization

Asynchronous Self-Paced Learning for Scale & Impact

For senior leaders and people managers

This program should be a part of every woman’s leadership development plan. The progression from knowing your best self to leading teams is second to none. Not only did it help me think about how I lead at work, but also how I lead my whole life.”

Competency Badge and/or Simmons University Certificate

Cultivating Accountability & Effective Communication: The “Best Self” Approach for Success

CORE COMPETENCY FOR ALL

Our post-pandemic workforce is dispersed and increasingly diverse. Influencing, holding others accountable and communicating effectively has never been more challenging. To ensure the desired business impact and positive working cultures, a new approach is required to inspire the best people to want to join, stay, and fully engage.

FORMAT OPTIONS

Instructor-Led Tailored for Your Organization

“Dr. Caitlin Hurley, St, Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Asynchronous Self-Paced Learning for Scale & Impact

AUDIENCE CREDENTIALS

For all in your organization –men and women

Through understanding who I am at my best, I can do my best work, and grow as a leader, collaborate, and most importantly – I can educate, train and inspire younger clinicians to do the same. When people feel safe, valued, confident – they shine. They are receptive to learning –from here growth and education naturally flourish.”

Simmons University

“Best Self” Competency Badge

Inclusive Leadership in Action

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM FOR ALL

Based on the Work of the Inclusive Leader – our research-based framework for building more inclusive, impactful leaders, this program provides leaders the tools to incorporate inclusive behaviors into their day to day roles as leaders in their organization. The curriculum is designed to, increases effectiveness and impact, and helps them empower their team members to bring their best selves to their work.

FORMAT OPTIONS

Instructor-Led

Tailored for Your Organization

“

Jill Parker, Senior Director, Capital One Trade Operations

AUDIENCE CREDENTIALS

Asynchronous Self-Paced Learning for Scale & Impact

For all in your organization –men and women

I found the program to be a great addition to my professional development plan. I was so happy with the diversity of participants and the skill and talent of the facilitators.”

Simmons University Certificate

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inclusiveleadership.com

leadershipinstitute@simmons.edu

Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

300 The Fenway | Boston, MA 02115-5820

Simmons University was founded in 1899 for one reason: to support women as they develop financial independence. In addition to our rich history in fostering equity for women, the work of understanding inclusion is also foundational for the Institute for Inclusive Leadership.

Simmons was founded by male ally and upstander John Simmons well before the words “ally” or “upstander” were in common use. The work that Simmons faculty and administrative leadership has fostered over the 125 years has played a significant role in setting the stage for women’s leadership efforts in the world today.

• Simmons is home to 1,750 undergraduates students and 4,500 graduate students

• The undergraduate school is a four-year, private, non-profit, non-sectarian university