Diversity and Inclusion in the Board Room

In C-suites and boardrooms across the world In the C-suites and boardrooms of all countries, diversity and inclusion are rapidly changing from buzzwords and promises board room to actualities.

Although these discussions may be centered on the company however, it’s important to remember that the decisions made in these rooms affect everyone involved, from the employees of the company, to investors who own the shares, to the overall economy. With this in mind these meetings are generally extremely structured and adhere to an established set of rules (such as Robert’s Rules of Order) and protocols to ensure that the meeting is conducted in a professional manner.

Boardrooms are designed to accommodate smaller groups of people. They typically seat 8 to 20 people at the table, which allows for face-to-face conversations and promotes unity. High-end furniture and technology such as the latest audiovisual systems and teleconferencing capabilities assist in creating an environment that is conducive to productive collaboration.

Discussion boards are an excellent way to engage students and help them understand the relationship between classroom learning and outside perspectives. Instructors can begin by asking questions to get students familiar with the opinions of their classmates. Speer at Wichita State, asks her students to make a chain of emojis to describe their personality and the things they enjoy. Students then read and respond to the answers of their peers. Students are motivated to listen to the entire discussion if you summarize the discussion and highlight the key concepts and themes.