The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is exploring how regional employers can meet the needs of the region’s growing Latin American population.
The Investing in Equity Series event, titled LatinX Immigration – NKY’s Fastest Growing Population, will dive deeper into how business owners and regional leaders can make diversity, equity and inclusion part of the Northern Kentucky business community.
Initially known as the DEI Summit Series, the Investing in Equity Series explores integrating DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) initiatives into standard practice.
The scheduled panelists for the event are:
- Karla Boldery: general manager for La Mega Media
- Francisco “Paco” Tello: vice president of North American operations for Perfetti Van Melle USA
- Judge Marilyn Zayas: Ohio’s First District Court of Appeals
“A diverse workforce where different backgrounds, ideas and experiences come together toward a common goal has proven again and again to produce top-tier, positive results for businesses,” NKY Chamber President and CEO Brent Cooper said in a press release. “Northern Kentucky’s Latinx population is growing, so we must start planning now to invite, incentivize and encourage them to ensure their skills are appreciated and utilized to their full potential. In doing so, we can compete on a national scale and prevent talent deserts in a region rich with potential.”
The event is set for 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, at Northern Kentucky University.
Pre-registration for the event is required. Tickets are $20 for NKY Chamber members and $15 for NKYP pass holders. Future NKY Chamber member tickets are available for $35. Capacity is limited to 90 seats. Registration is available at NKYChamber.com/DEIseries.
