The Black Talent & Leadership in STEM Programme is on a mission to address the under-representation of minority talent with a focus on the Black talent skills gap in STEM to help companies attract, retain, empower & grow this talent whilst addressing the urgent need for digital skills
Traditionally, DEI efforts were justified by ethical and moral arguments — the belief that fairness, equality, and justice are simply the “right thing” to do. While that foundation still holds value, the modern business environment demands quantifiable outcomes and strategic alignment. The moral argument alone has proven insufficient to drive meaningful and long-term organizational change.
Without measurable outcomes, return on investment (ROI), and clear performance indicators, DEI initiatives risk being deprioritized — particularly during periods of economic uncertainty or political resistance. The reality is that for DEI to be impactful it must be viewed a strategic business imperative, directly linked to organizational performance.
Developing a DEI business case is a crucial first step in getting leadership support for funding DEI projects. Leaders may be convinced of the potential ROI, cost savings, and competitive edge of DEI initiatives by presenting them with a strong business case, (Berkshire, 2023). To do this, it is important to have in place the right data that can be used to inform decisions and drive strategy.
During this event we will explore:
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Olu Orugboh, Black Talent & Leadership CEO