The florida diversity Council Presents the

South Florida

“Be Fearless: In�uence, Innovate, and Inspire”

CNM Workforce Training Center5600 Eagle Rock Avenue NE

Albuquerque, NM 87113248:00am – 12:00pm

Sponsored By:2017

Miami Airport Marriot CampusMiami, FL

THURSDAY

MARCH

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Event Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

College Sponsors

In-Kind Sponsors

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8:00 a.m. -8:30 a.m. REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

8:30 a.m. -8:50 a.m. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION OF PANELISTSCharlene Rousseau – President, Envisionary Development Consulting, LLC

8:50 a.m. -9:15 a.m. “THE DIFFERENCE ‘DIFFERENCE’ MAKES: DOUBLE MINORITY LEADERSHIP”Bobet Bennett-Marshall – Regional Vice President – Resort Operations, Wyndham Vacation Ownership

With one foot in the discussion on race and the other fighting for gender equality, how do minority women cope with the tension of living and working at the intersection of these two identities? Women hold less than 20 percent of leadership positions in the American workforce, and even less are held by women of color. This topic will discuss issues of identity with regard to gender and race, and will address the discourse of equality in the workplace. How can leadership emerge from such a unique women of color perspective? What kinds of challenges do women of color face in the workplace and in their professional development? How does an organization benefit from the inclusion of such leaders in decision-making roles and positions of power?

9:15 a.m. -9:40 a.m. “LEADING WITH AUTHENTICITY: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS WITH YOUR OWN LEADERSHIP STYLE”Julie Stodolak – Vice President of Stores, GameStop

Do the accepted management styles within your organization tend to favor certain men or women, or are they not broad enough to accommodate a variety of styles? Women who aspire to leadership positions often are unsure if they should adopt certain management styles or embrace their own. While embracing others’ leadership style leads to discomfort and feels limiting to an individual, not embracing an organization’s accepted style may lead to exclusion and isolation. How do successful leaders strike a balance between their personal leadership style and the leadership style of their organization? How important is authenticity to a having an efficient and successful leadership style? How does an authentic leadership style impact the pipeline and diversity within the organization?

9:40 a.m. -10:05 a.m. “LIFTING UP THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN”Kim Stone – Executive Vice President & General Manager, Miami Heat/ American Airlines Arena

As you climb the corporate ladder it’s incredibly important to remember to throw down a rope. This is especially true for women leaders. Increasingly women recognize that the days of women fighting for the one available executive role are behind us. Rather, women helping women, is a responsibility not a choice. Why must women help other women succeed? What responsibility do we each have in making a difference for those who follow us? How can women leaders provide organizational and personal support?

10:05 a.m. -10:20 a.m. NETWORKING BREAK

10:20 a.m. -10:35 a.m. Q&A SESSION I

Schedule of Events

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8:00 a.m. -8:30 a.m. REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

8:30 a.m. -8:50 a.m. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION OF PANELISTSCharlene Rousseau – President, Envisionary Development Consulting, LLC

8:50 a.m. -9:15 a.m. “THE DIFFERENCE ‘DIFFERENCE’ MAKES: DOUBLE MINORITY LEADERSHIP”Bobet Bennett-Marshall – Regional Vice President – Resort Operations, Wyndham Vacation Ownership

With one foot in the discussion on race and the other fighting for gender equality, how do minority women cope with the tension of living and working at the intersection of these two identities? Women hold less than 20 percent of leadership positions in the American workforce, and even less are held by women of color. This topic will discuss issues of identity with regard to gender and race, and will address the discourse of equality in the workplace. How can leadership emerge from such a unique women of color perspective? What kinds of challenges do women of color face in the workplace and in their professional development? How does an organization benefit from the inclusion of such leaders in decision-making roles and positions of power?

9:15 a.m. -9:40 a.m. “LEADING WITH AUTHENTICITY: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS WITH YOUR OWN LEADERSHIP STYLE”Julie Stodolak – Vice President of Stores, GameStop

Do the accepted management styles within your organization tend to favor certain men or women, or are they not broad enough to accommodate a variety of styles? Women who aspire to leadership positions often are unsure if they should adopt certain management styles or embrace their own. While embracing others’ leadership style leads to discomfort and feels limiting to an individual, not embracing an organization’s accepted style may lead to exclusion and isolation. How do successful leaders strike a balance between their personal leadership style and the leadership style of their organization? How important is authenticity to a having an efficient and successful leadership style? How does an authentic leadership style impact the pipeline and diversity within the organization?

9:40 a.m. -10:05 a.m. “LIFTING UP THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN”Kim Stone – Executive Vice President & General Manager, Miami Heat/ American Airlines Arena

As you climb the corporate ladder it’s incredibly important to remember to throw down a rope. This is especially true for women leaders. Increasingly women recognize that the days of women fighting for the one available executive role are behind us. Rather, women helping women, is a responsibility not a choice. Why must women help other women succeed? What responsibility do we each have in making a difference for those who follow us? How can women leaders provide organizational and personal support?

10:05 a.m. -10:20 a.m. NETWORKING BREAK

10:20 a.m. -10:35 a.m. Q&A SESSION I

10:35 a.m. -11:00 a.m. “SWITCHING YOUR CAREER: WHEN LIFE CALLS FOR A U-TURN”Lynn White – Senior Vice President, Corporate Human Resources, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

College students change their majors an average of three times before they graduate. With the growing number of majors, from agroecology to homeland security, undergraduates have a difficult time limiting themselves to one field. They may ask themselves: which major reflects my true interests? Which major will help me land that dream job? While a lot of planning may be spent on finding the perfect match, many successful professionals end up in fields they had never anticipated in college. Hear from leading women who made the bold move of switching careers at different stages of their professional development. Why do women make the transition from their degree to the workforce? How do successful women adapt to the workforce and new career opportunities?

11:00 a.m. -11:25 a.m. “WOMEN ON THE WEB: LEVERAGING SOCIAL MEDIA AS A MEANS TO SUCCESS”Brenda Arce – Vice President, Robert Half

Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Wikis, podcasts, blogs, RSS feeds... Social media has undeniably become ingrained in our personal and professional lives. But what exactly is “social media,” and how can we use it more successfully at work and at home? Learn how to creatively leverage social media to effect change across various industries, in your organization, and in your professional development.

11:25 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. Q&A SESSION II

11:40 a.m. -12:00 p.m. CLOSING REMARKS & RECOGNITION OF SPONSORSCharlene Rousseau – President, Envisionary Development Consulting, LLC

Schedule of Events

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Panelists

Julie Stodolak is Vice President of Stores for GameStop’s Southeast market. GameStop is the leading online and multichannel player in video gaming maintaining world class retail store operations, operating more than 7,000 stores across 14 countries.

Employed with GameStop since 2007, Julie is responsible for the overall growth, sales, and P&L of more than 1330 stores in eight regions, representing approximately $1.7 B in annual revenues. She

oversees leadership talent development of GameStop regional, district, and store leaders and teams. During Julie’s tenure with GameStop she has received numerous leadership and recognition awards for outstanding performance, among them the singular prestigious ‘President’s Award’ for her inspirational leadership and ‘Most Influential Leadership Award’ for her dedicated work with diversity inclusion.

Julie has a long history of leading and supporting women and diversity inclusion within workplace environments to create opportunities for empowered and responsible employees, stronger customer experiences and increased company profitability. Presently, she serves on GameStop’s Diversity / Inclusion Leadership Team that oversees and supports the company’s nationwide Employee Resource Groups. Julie was instrumental in leading the Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) for the company, an innovative initiative that mentored women and led toward significant organizational cultural change.

Julie has had a lifelong career in the retail industry comprising Salkin & Linoff in Minneapolis, New Jersey-based United Retail Group, Inc. and Canadians Corporation, Jay Jacobs, Inc. of Seattle, Centrecourt Retail Inc. in FL, Dallas-based Gadzooks, Inc. and The Limited, headquartered in OH.

Julie resides in Boynton Beach, FL with her husband Peter, Dean of the Digital Media Program at the A.W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts in West Palm Beach, FL. Together, they have shared a lifelong commitment toward mentoring youth based on their mutual Midwestern-raised values of family, integrity, generosity and gratitude. They enjoy spending their leisure time supporting the arts, travelling, nature-based activities and engaging in the riches derived from close family and friendships.

JULIE STODOLAK Vice President of Stores, GameStop

KIM STONEExecutive Vice President & General Manager, Miami Heat / American Airlines Arena

A veteran of the dynamic South Florida sports market for more than two decades, Kim Stone’s experience spans almost every functional area of a professional sports team. She has been an integral part of building the success of the Miami HEAT and American Airlines Arena by developing and implementing sound business strategies and leadership practices.

Promoted to her current position of Executive Vice President & General Manager in 2006, Stone is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Arena, which Pollstar Magazine recently ranked #4 in the USA and #15 in the world. In her role as EVP, she is responsible for the evolution of the team’s Business Intelligence and Technology initiatives as well as the service and retention of the Miami HEAT’s season ticket holder base, which ranks among the top five in the NBA in seats and revenue. This unique combination of responsibilities allows Stone to create an atmosphere at AA Arena that begins and ends with a laser focus on exceptional guest experience.

To that end, the Arena ranked among the top in the overall fan satisfaction and in-game experience according to the NBA’s 2016 game experience survey. It is home to the three-time World Champion Miami HEAT (2006, 2012 and 2013) and four consecutive NBA Finals from 2010-2014. Every year, it hosts a variety of sold out shows by mega stars such as Adele, Drake, Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Madonna and Marc Anthony just to name a few. In 2014, the facility became the first arena in the world to earn Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Recertification by the U.S. Green Building Council for design and energy efficiency.

In September 2015, Stone was named by Sport Business Journal as a Game Changer, and in the summer of 2013, she received the 2013 Women of Influence award from Venues Today magazine. A proud graduate of the University of North Carolina, she was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the School of Journalism and Mass Communication in 2014.

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Panelists

Lynn White joined Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings in November, 2014. As Senior Vice President, Corporate Human Resources, White supports the human resource needs of approximately 2,800 shore-based employees, including offices in the UK, Germany, Brazil, Hong Kong, China, Australia and several US locations. Areas of focus include compensation, benefits, and talent development.

Before joining NCLH, White served as Senior Vice President, Tax, Insurance and Human Resources for Prestige Cruise Holdings, which was acquired by NCLH in November, 2014. Prior to joining NCLH, Lynn served as the senior tax and risk management executive at Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises for eighteen years after beginning her career at Price Waterhouse.

White resides in Miami, FL with her husband and their two teenage children. White received Accounting and Tax degrees from the Pennsylvania State University and the University of Miami. She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

LYNN WHITESenior Vice President, Corporate Human Resources, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Brenda Arce manages the OfficeTeam and Accountemps divisions of Robert Half, a specialized staffing firm. In her role Brenda divides her time between business development, introducing services to prospective clients and recruiting functions, all while managing a team.

Brenda’s business acumen and ability to cultivate and grow relationships, has led her to a successful 10 year career with Robert Half. She was tasked with the challenge to launch a new branch for Robert Half in 2004. Her success in that role later resulted in several other leadership opportunities for Robert Half, in many different markets. In her current role as OfficeTeam Vice President for the Miami branch, Brenda continues to assist her clients and candidates; giving each the customer service and respect she is known for. Some of Brenda’s professional accomplishments include winning multiple times the President’s Club awards for personal growth and leadership and Chairman Club award in 2016. In 2017 she achieved the Five Million Dollar Milestone personal producer mark and has actively participated in mentorship program for Robert Half as a mentee to other managers.

Outside of her work with Robert Half, Brenda was name the Chair for the Women’s Fund young professional group in 2014. With her leadership the young professional group had different fundraising events involving young professionals in area to help young girls and women in the Miami Dade community.

BRENDA ARCEVice President, Robert Half

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Panelist

Bobet Bennett-Marshall currently serves as Regional Vice President – Resort Operations. In this role she directly supports the short and long-term strategies for the Resort Management Division by ensuring consistent execution through Wyndham Vacation Ownership’s (WVO) Florida region. This position is responsible for all resort operations including financial management, guest satisfaction, associate relations, homeowner association relations, sales and marketing department support and compliance with quality standards and standard operating procedures.

Prior to this role, Bobet served in the capacity of Vice President of Finance – Enterprise Shared Services for Wyndham Worldwide where she was responsible for the oversight of the Enterprise Payroll and Accounts Payable functions. Bobet also served as VP/Division Controller for WVO, Inc where she was responsible for leading several Finance departments before transitioning to Corporate Services.

Bobet earned a Bachelors’ Degree with High Honors in Accounting from Rutgers University and a Master of Science Degree - Management from Stevens Institute of Technology. She is also a licensed Community Association Manager in the State of Florida. She is passionate about diversity and served as the Executive Sponsor for Wyndham Worldwide’s African American Associate Business Group – SPECTRUM and also serves on the Board of Trustees for CTK High School in Newark, New Jersey. She began her career as an intern in public accounting in her native country Jamaica, W.I. and has held several positions in the non-profit and hospitality industry. She is married and the mother of three boys ages 22, 18 and 9. In her leisure, she enjoys spa treatments, listening to music, reading and spending quality time with her family.

BOBET BENNETT-MARSHALLRegional Vice President – Resort Operations, Wyndham Vacation Ownership

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Board of Directors

Cheryl BrownChief Talent OfficerUSF Federal Credit Union

Kim CagianoSVP, Regional Sales & Marketing ManagerSunTrust Bank

Rick CorralFlorida HR DirectorUPS

Christine CrutchfieldDirector – Human ResourcesCharter Communications

Karen Davis-PritchettDirector of Professional Relations & Community OutreachEmpath Health

Calvin JacksonDirector, Diversity & InclusionTech Data

Dennis KennedyFounder & ChairNational Diversity Council

Pat KimberlySVPWells Fargo

Sarah KingEVP, HRWyndham Vacation Ownership

Betty MacarenoField HR LeaderGameStop

Lorrie McGovernAssociate Dean, Graduate Studies in BusinessSaint Leo University

Juan McCauslandRegional Human Resources Business PartnerAerotek

Sandra PorcengVP, HRJM Family Enterprises, Inc.

Carianne ReggioExecutive Director of Talent ManagementFlorida Virtual School

Kay SchwartzExecutive Director, HRUSAA

Pam SibleyHR Manager/Market Diversity LeaderPricewaterhouseCoopers

Rebecca SinclairChief HR OfficerSoutheastern Grocers LLC

Tracy StainesDirector, Human ResourcesNielsen

Ashwin TrehanCounselFordHarrison LLP

Barbara WilcoxSVP & Chief Talent OfficerHoliday Inn Club Vacations

Dionne WongSVP/CHROBroward Health

Kimberly WoollardChief HR OfficerGrow Financial Federal Credit Union

Lisa WulfEVP & CFO – Florida/CaribbeanRight Management

The DiversityFIRST™ Certification Program prepares professionals to create and implement highly successful D&I strategies for organizational excellence and a competitive edge in today’s global marketplace. The program blends theory and practice during a 5-day intensive curriculum and on-going professional development within the graduate network. Graduates of the program are recognized as a NDCCDP (National Diversity Council Certified Diversity Professional).

Areas of Focus

• The Business Case for Diversity and Inclusion • Cultural Competence • Measurement and Evaluation• Inclusive Leadership • Best Practices in Diversity and Inclusion

For more information and to register, please contact Cecilia Orellana-Rojas,c.orellana-rojas@nationaldiversitycouncil.org,Dejoron C. Thorpe, dejoron.thorpe@nationaldiversitycouncil.org

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Location

Upon completion of the 5-day program, participants will:• Recognize diversity and inclusion as drivers of business success and employee engagement in the 21st-century workplace.

• Possess a broad range of knowledge and skills to perform at a high level as D&I professionals and bring value to their organizations.

• Gain access to a reputable and reliable community of professionals through the DiversityFIRST™ Graduate Network to encourage continued learning as the D&I field evolves.

• Enhance credibility with the National Diversity Council's CDP designation to positively impact professional growth.

Program Objectives

December 4-8, 2017University of Central Florida4000 Central Florida Blvd.

Orlando, FL

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D i v e r s i t y F I R S T ™

Meet the DiversityFIRST™ Toolkit, the unique, content-rich D&I library that is changing the way our state and national partners do business!

If you have an issue, a project or simply a diversity and inclusion question, go to the DiversityFIRST™ Toolkit.

Contact Cecilia Orellana-Rojascecilia.orellana-rojas@nationaldiversitycouncil.org

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Content Areas• Diversity and Inclusion • Healthcare • Gender • Cultural Competence • Employee Resource Groups • Diversity Marketing • Legal Industry • Global Diversity • And more!

Please contact Raphael Parra for more information about the Councilraphael.parra@floridadiversitycouncil.org

The Florida Diversity Council is committed to enhancing the appreciation for and understanding of the value of diversity and inclusion in today’s global society. We strive to transform our workplace communities into environments where people are valued for

their uniqueness and differences, and are confident that their contributions matter.