Can you hear my voice?
Can you hear my voice?
The Impact of Marginalized Groups in the Talent Management Space.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Shaun J. Fletcher
Wednesday, April 5
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About
Creating a more inclusive workforce
A day-long conference on April 5, “Can You Hear My Voice? The Impact of Untapped Marginalized Groups in the Talent Management Space,” will offer creative, actionable ideas for anyone who makes hiring decisions or who has an interest in creating a more inclusive workforce.
The event will feature keynote speaker Dr. Shaun J. Fletcher, a strategist and consultant on diversity related matters and a professor at San José State University. He will be joined by other speakers who will:
- Discuss the benefits of tapping into various marginalized groups and engaging them in the talent management space;
- offer case studies, success stories and progressive ideas for hiring;
- and share tools and resources for attracting, supporting, retaining and including new members of your workforce once hired.
There will also be a panel discussion and Q&A session in the afternoon.
The conference, a collaborative effort among several colleges and units at Cornell, is led by Donna Lynch-Cunningham, director of human resources for the College of Arts & Sciences; Lawrence Mancuso, assistant dean for human resources in the School of Industrial and Labor Relations; Sandy Dhimitri, assistant dean for human resources in the College of Human Ecology and Carol Graubard, interim human resources director for eCornell. This initiative is funded by a grant from the Belonging at Cornell framework.
Registration
Though the event is free, registration is required. The registration deadline is 04/01/23
Speakers
Speakers

Dr. Shaun J. Fletcher
Founder and Principal Consultant for ShaunJFletcher Consultancy
Professor, San Jose State University
Keynote speaker

Dr. Kenneth Clarke, Sr.
Director, Tompkins County Office of Human Rights
"Human Rights and Social Justice"
Details
Timothy McNutt, Esq.
Director, Criminal Justice and Employment Initiative
"Integrating Justice-Impacted Individuals Into Our Workforce"
Details
Erin Sember-Chase, MA
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Learning Consultant
"Creating a Welcoming Workspace for Individuals with Disabilities"
Details
Debra Howell, MILR
Director of IT Operations, Cornell Library
"The Value of Veterans In the Workplace"
DetailsSchedule
Schedule for the day
Welcome and Introductions
"Keynote"
Dr. Shaun J. Fletcher
"Creating a Welcoming Workspace for Individuals with Disabilities"
Erin Sember-Chase, MA
Lunch
"Integrating Justice-Impacted Individuals Into Our Workforce"
Tim McNutt, Esq.
"The Value of Veterans In the Workplace"
Debra Howell, MILR
"Human Rights and Social Justice"
Dr. Kenneth Clarke, Sr.
BREAK
Panel Discussion /Q&A
Sonia Rucker, AVP/DIB (Facilitator)
Panelists:
- Dr. Shaun Fletcher
- Dr. Kenneth Clarke, Sr.
- Tim McNutt
- Erin Sember-Chase
- Patricia Eugenia Fernandez de Castro Martinez
Closing Remarks and Networking
Registration
Though the event is free, registration is required. The registration deadline is 04/01/23
Directions and Parking
Directions and parking
Date and time
Location
Klarman Auditorium 232 Feeney Way Ithaca, NY 14850
Parking
A limited number of parking spaces are available for our external guests in the Hoy Road Parking Deck only. All other on-campus parking is restricted, at all times, to permit or payment unless otherwise signed.
Print a parking permit in advance:
- Click on the following link: https://cornell.clickandpark.com/event. You must have access to a printer to use this option.
- Select your conference name (“Can You Hear My Voice?”) to start the process to download a printable parking permit.
- When you arrive at your specified parking area, display your printed permit on your dash.
- NOTE: Parking is available on all levels (1-4) including the roof.
Accessible Parking:
- Your municipal permit must be displayed in conjunction with your printed permit when parking in accessible spaces on campus.
- Carefully observe signs when parking; some accessible spaces are reserved for specific license plates.
- If you need assistance, please call 607-255-4600.
- Link to the map to view accessible parking options: https://cornell.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=80e7ca4d43d6496892de80b5e699e1d1
Accessibility
Accessibility information
We are committed to the goal of providing an accessible, usable and welcoming environment during this symposium. We strive to host inclusive events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully.
During this event, the following will be provided:
- Reserved front row seating (available near presenter for lip reading)
- Sign Language Interpreters
- Assistive Listening System (ALS)
- Wheelchair accessibility (ramp and elevator access)
- Scent-free room.
- To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances during this event.
- Lactation room (Klarman 101)
- Projection screen (visible from all seats)
- Accessible and gender-neutral/single bathrooms (2nd and 3rd floors)
- Link to the map to view accessible parking options: https://cornell.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=80e7ca4d43d6496892de80b5e699e1d1
If you have any accessibility requests, please contact Hannah Cohn-Manik or 607-255-1097 about accessibility, at least a week in advance of the event.