Diversity and Inclusion Symposium Committee Involvement

D & I Symposium Committee Members will report directly to the Richmond SHRM Board of Director of Diversity overseeing the Symposium.

The Symposium is held annually in May. Volunteers are involved with the planning process from November through June and participate in regular meetings (virtual and in-person). 

The Committee is responsible for planning and implementing the symposium. Areas of focus for the committee may include, but are not limited to: 

Content Development
Develop theme for the conference, identify key topics for the sessions, and create opportunities for participants to share best practices and network. 

Publicity

Help publicize this key RSHRM event by coordinating RSHRM’s social media and promotional efforts for the Symposium. Help develop promotional plan to include content for the website, e-Blasts, social media channels and any other marketing materials.  Help identify and connect with new and untapped audiences.

Speaker Solicitation, Selection, and Care
Find amazing speakers. Solicit speaker RFPs and select session speakers. Develop compelling session titles and descriptions. Along with RSHRM staff, act as a liaison with assigned speakers to make arrangements for AV needs, travel needs, etc. Make assignments for speaker introductions and Q & A Moderators. Suggest speaker gifts.

Sponsor Solicitation and Care
Work with RSHRM staff to find sponsors for the conference. Help coordinate sponsor’s requests regarding promotion and where appropriate, act as a liaison with sponsors for any needs.

Arrangements

Work with RSHRM staff to arrange delivery format to include: in-person or virtual, studio production logistics, in-person site selection, AV/Technology coordination, site set up and take down, directional signage, registration process, food/beverage coordination, photographer, and other tasks.