A Table + Two Chairs is a monthly invitation-only event with a small group of senior level professional women that represent being at “The Table.” An expert on a specific topic is invited to join the group to share their expertise and insights on a specific topic. The “two chairs,” are two junior (mid-career) women who could benefit from hearing the conversation.
Topic: Creating a Culture for Women and Women of Color to Advance in the Workplace
April’s topic is focused on creating the right culture as a key factor in helping women and women of color succeed and advance in the workplace. Join Dr. Christine Robinson, Ed.D, Executive Director, Office of Assessment and Accreditation University of North Carolina as she shares her research and discusses best practices from academia focused on the importance of culture and creating the right environment. The discussion takes what she has learned and applies it to the corporate world.
She shares best practices for creating the right culture for advancement including:
Examining your mindset
Knowing your evaluation tools and measures
Knowing and being curious about your data
Ensuring assignments have utility value and inclusive content
Host: Francine Parham: Founder & CEO of FrancineParham & Co.
Expert/Speaker: Dr. Christine Robinson
Invited Guests: Billie Jo Johnson, Felicia Stephenson, Jacer Collins, Karen Jaw-Madson, Keanna Ralph, Laura Sabattini, Nancy Halpern, Rodnetta Williams, Sana Kahn, Shamita Alwani, Sue Vargas, and Teressa Johnson