HR.com Launches Future of DEIB 2025 Advisory Board to Advance Workplace Diversity and Inclusion

HR.com has taken a significant step forward in the realm of workplace diversity and inclusion by selecting 13 industry leaders to serve on its Future of DEIB 2025 Advisory Board. This move underscores the organization's dedication to fostering environments where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are prioritized. The advisory board, comprising representatives from leading organizations such as Comerica, SAP, Smith & Nephew, and ServiceLink, will play a pivotal role in shaping a comprehensive research study and a two-day virtual event focused on the latest trends and best practices in DEIB.

The initiative is set to culminate in a detailed research report and an infographic that will distill the study's key findings. Scheduled for June 3-4, 2025, the virtual event will gather subject matter experts to delve into the pressing challenges and opportunities within DEIB. Among the advisory board's notable members are Nate Bennett, SVP and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Comerica, and Margot Goodson, VP of North America Diversity & Inclusion at SAP, whose expertise will be invaluable in steering the initiative's direction.

Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, highlighted the collaborative nature of this effort, emphasizing its goal to arm HR professionals with actionable insights and tools for cultivating more inclusive workplaces. The HR Research Institute, known for its rigorous research across various HR domains, is spearheading this project. With a community of over 2 million HR professionals, the institute is well-positioned to identify and disseminate key trends and best practices that can aid organizations in making informed strategic decisions regarding DEIB.

This year's DEIB research initiative builds on the foundation laid by previous studies, including the Future of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging 2024 report. By convening thought leaders from a broad spectrum of industries, HR.com's Future of DEIB 2025 initiative aims to offer a deep and multifaceted examination of workplace diversity strategies. This endeavor promises to deliver critical insights for HR professionals who are committed to enhancing inclusivity within their organizations, marking a significant contribution to the ongoing dialogue around DEIB in the workplace.