2025 Inclusive Workplaces Cohort Information Session

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Program background and history

Ramsey County demographics and inclusion strategy

Workforce Innovation Board overview and partnership with St. Paul

ADR Consulting methodology and people-first strategies

Inclusive Workplaces Cohort program logistics and expectations

Capston project implementation and objectives

Application process and eligibility criteria

Areas of Interest (4)

Ramsey County doubles down on equity-focused workforce programs despite shifting political headwinds.
Data reveals massive gap in perceptions of workplace discrimination between minority and white Minnesotan workers.
New 'Capstone' project requirement added to inclusive workplace cohort to provide tangible ROI for small/midsize firms.
Workforce Innovation Board leverages private-public partnership to address county-wide hiring disparities.

Notable Quotes (3)

Despite the kind of what's happening in the political ecosystem right now, Ramsey County remains committed to investing in its people.
— Becky

Program RationaleDefending the county's continued investment in equity initiatives.

If we leverage data and strategy those are the connective dots to really help us to enhance that employees experience.
— Alisia

Program MethodologyExplaining the ADR Consulting methodology.

We really ask for each organization to really commit to individuals... ensuring that at least one of you is at each session.
— Becky

Program CommitmentSetting participation expectations.

People (7)

BeckyRepresentative

Coordinates program logistics and represents Ramsey County/Workforce Innovation Board.

1 quote

“Ramsey County is the most racially and ethnically diverse County in Minnesota.”

Discussing the demographic rationale for the cohort.

AlisiaCEO and Lead Strategist

CEO of ADR Consulting Group; leads the cohort learning partnership.

1 quote

“We are on a mission to help businesses adopt people first business strategies that create workplaces where the humanity and dignity of all employees are not only centered but they're prioritized.”

Defining the core mission of ADR Consulting.

KarinaAssociate Consultant

ADR team member; has 7 years of facilitation experience.

1 quote

“We really work to make it like an energizing and fun learning environment.”

Describing the experience of the in-person cohort sessions.

Taylor ThomasAssociate Consultant

Specializes in inclusive leadership development.

1 quote

“These strategies and practices are cyclical in a way where you can move through them at any time together.”

Explaining the structure of the workshop sessions.

HieProject Manager

Primary administrative point of contact for participants.

Cho FogertyHead of Learning and Development

Designs the content for the cohort sessions.

LindsayAttendee

Asked about cohort size and capacity.

Places Mentioned

Ramsey CountyMinnesotaCity of St. PaulWilder Foundation (Proposed location for sessions)Minnesota Humanity Center (Location for December event)South Minneapolis

Events & Meetings (4)

Information Session (Recorded)
Six sessions: May to October (Third Tuesday of each month, 3:00-5:00 PM Central)
Recognition lunch: December (90 minutes)
Application deadline: February 21st

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