Culture of Belonging: The Case and Blueprint for Investing in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion as a Business Strategy

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

10:30 – 11:30 MST

Location: 254 A

Earn 1.0 credits - CAPCE; Nursing; CMTE CE credit

Ben Clayton, ATP (he/him/his)

Chief Executive Officer
Life Flight Network, Oregon

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Amanda Page, BS, FP-C

Social Responsibility and Belonging Advisor
Life Flight Network
Redmond, Oregon

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Disclosure(s):

Ben Clayton, Pilot: No financial relationships to disclose

Amanda Page, BS, FP-C: No financial relationships to disclose

Why would a not for profit HEMS company choose to make a commitment to social responsibility and belonging in the middle of one of the most unstable times in the industry? Because we believe that it is not only the right thing to do, but it makes good business sense. Come hear the story of how Life Flight Network went from zero investment in DEI work to integrating equity and inclusion principles into everything we do. We will discuss why this is a worthy endeavor for every air medical transport agency. And then give you the framework for how to get started. We promise engaging discussion and high energy. You won't be bored, and you just may walk away with a new commitment to social responsibility and belonging.

Learning Objectives:

List three reasons why DEI efforts are good investments.
State at least three key principles of successful implementation of a DEI program.
Envision and describe a plan for integrating equity and inclusion work into their company.