Working Together Towards Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: How DE&I Will Enable And Accelerate Your GBS Path to Best in Class

GBS organisations can play a pivotal role in the DE&I agenda of a company, and significantly contribute to performance. The global nature of GBS naturally lends itself to diversity, but does your GBS reflect diversity at all levels of the organisation? Do you have an equitable and inclusive culture? Is this holding you back from becoming best in class?

This year at SSOW Europe, we have not just one, but TWO fantastic opportunities for leaders who seek to network and explore deeper conversations on the benefits of and methods to cultivate DE&I in GBS organisations. A first for SSOW, we are excited to launch a session which will focus on DE&I within GBS organisations, aimed at all GBS colleagues, regardless of age, experience, background or gender. The more diverse the better!

In addition, we will host a networking breakfast aimed at fostering stronger connections between female GBS colleagues, providing an environment to share, learn and inspire. 

23rd May 7:45am – 8:45am

SSOWomen Breakfast Networking and Roundtables Discussion: Sharing stories of success, challenges, and the importance of community.

24th May 2:00pm – 4:30pm

The power of diversity, equity and inclusion in becoming best in class GBS - our collective ambition

·       How we define diversity in GBS

·       How GBS can lead the DE&I agenda in your company

·       Working together Towards Equality: Building Allies and Partnerships with internal and external stakeholders

·       Cultivating Diversity of Thought: Sharing practical examples on making an impact

·       A question of gender- how can we achieve more equitable gender representation in senior roles, why this is important

With the big focus on efficiency, employee value proposition has not been the loudest voice in GBS. However, it is becoming ever more important for GBS leaders to shift their focus towards culture and people in the new reality. Join this session to hear how Yara has been developing their EVP agenda from leadership behaviour development to employer branding, from culture development to new hiring strategies.

·       Culture as a No. 1 priority: Going beyond the slogan to focus on leadership behaviors to drive alignment on the employee level

·       Balancing the brand’s heritage with the local context for brand authenticity and appeal

·       Sharing experiences from “Growing a Tiara” programmes focusing on mentorship and leadership capabilities

Working Together Towards Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: How DE&I Will Enable And Accelerate Your GBS Path to Best in Class

GBS organisations can play a pivotal role in the DE&I agenda of a company, and significantly contribute to performance. The global nature of GBS naturally lends itself to diversity, but does your GBS reflect diversity at all levels of the organisation? Do you have an equitable and inclusive culture? Is this holding you back from becoming best in class?

This year at SSOW Europe, we have not just one, but TWO fantastic opportunities for leaders who seek to network and explore deeper conversations on the benefits of and methods to cultivate DE&I in GBS organisations. A first for SSOW, we are excited to launch a session which will focus on DE&I within GBS organisations, aimed at all GBS colleagues, regardless of age, experience, background or gender. The more diverse the better!

In addition, we will host a networking breakfast aimed at fostering stronger connections between female GBS colleagues, providing an environment to share, learn and inspire. 

23rd May 7:45am – 8:45am

SSOWomen Breakfast Networking and Roundtables Discussion: Sharing stories of success, challenges, and the importance of community.

24th May 2:00pm – 4:30pm

The power of diversity, equity and inclusion in becoming best in class GBS - our collective ambition

·       How we define diversity in GBS

·       How GBS can lead the DE&I agenda in your company

·       Working together Towards Equality: Building Allies and Partnerships with internal and external stakeholders

·       Cultivating Diversity of Thought: Sharing practical examples on making an impact

·       A question of gender- how can we achieve more equitable gender representation in senior roles, why this is important