Dow’s Alveda Williams on how employee resource groups drive business results

Alveda Williams, chief inclusion officer at Dow, talks about how Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are making a big difference at Dow. With 600 chapters around the world, these groups have helped shape company policies and create new products. In the past seven years, participation in ERGs has jumped from 15% to 60%. These groups are now a key part of the company’s success.

She also explains why leadership includes influencers and non-managers, and shared some wisdom we can all benefit from — bloom where you’re planted.

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