Experts say diversity is the presence of differences that may include ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, political perspective, and other factors.   

This week’s CMC forum explores what diversity – plus equity and inclusion - means for organizations and companies that are interested in understanding the true meaning and value of DEI and in doing the right thing.  

This CMC forum was recorded live on March 9, 2022.  

The panelists are: 

Angela Bretz, SVP and Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer, Nationwide   

Tanny Crane, President and CEO of Crane Group  

Jona Hilario, Ph.D., Statewide Co-Director, OPAWL – Building AAPI Feminist Leadership  

Anthony Wilson, Ph.D., Chief Diversity Officer, Columbus Metropolitan Library  

The host is Ralph Smithers, Jr., AVP, Diversity Equity, Inclusion and Community Relations, Encova Insurance 

Today’s forum is sponsored by Barnes and Thornburg, CoverMyMeds, Crane Group, and Encova Insurance, with support from WBNS 10TV.