Alston & Bird’s Construction group presents our annual multisession program on diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the design and construction industry.
Panel One - 12PM-1PM
Discussion with Construction & Design Industry Leaders
Panel Two - 1:15PM-2:15PM
Critical Issues Impacting Labor, Employment, and Immigration
Our speakers discussed:
- D&I practices and policies employers should consider
- Immigration law challenges and opportunities
- Why it is critical to invest in a diverse workforce
- How the construction industry differs from other industries in D&I efforts and experiences
- D&I resources, training, and education opportunities
- Challenges facing construction companies implementing D&I programs
- D&I considerations when hiring vendors, subs, and professionals
Moderator:
- Angela Payne James, Partner, Diversity & Inclusion, Alston & Bird
Speakers
- Earnest Deloach, Jr., Executive Diversity Leader & Vice President of Legal, Balfour Beatty
- Taggart Hansen, Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Internal Audit, Jacobs
- Derek Lindenschmidt, Assistant General Counsel, PCL Construction
- Lisa Mingoia, Corporate Counsel, Skanska USA Building
Hosted by Program Chairs:
- Debbie Cazan, Partner, Construction & Government Contracts, Alston & Bird
- John Hanover, Practice Group Leader, Construction & Government Contracts, Alston & Bird
Please contact Lindsey Fisher at lindsey.fisher@alston.com or 212.210.9445.