The CADIA Impact Awards recognize excellence in and commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. On Nov. 17, CADIA will announce winners in the following categories:

·       Leadership Commitment

·       Systemic Change

·       Champion for Diverse Talent

·       Creating Inclusive Cultures

Nominations are open! Join us for the live event in Troy, Mich. or stream the ceremony. Event tickets and sponsorship packages are available.

On Sept. 13, CADIA will host guest Howard Ross on CADIA Connects. Ross is lifelong social justice advocate, and is considered one of the world’s seminal thought leaders on identifying and addressing unconscious bias. He is the author of Everyday Bias:  Identifying and Navigating Unconscious Judgments in Our Daily Lives among others.  His latest book, Our Search for Belonging:  How Our Need to Connect is Tearing Us Apart, is particularly relevant in today's highly charged political landscape.

Ross will be discussing his book and sharing his insights on DEI. Facilitated by CADIA Founder and CEO, Cheryl Thompson, this is a not-to-miss session.  

As always, CADIA Connects is free but you must register in advance. 

CADIA's Assessment and Roadmap delivers a plan that aligns with company DEI goals and objectives, is actionable and offers built in accountability. 

CADIA offers a DEI Assessment to companies interested in understanding where they stand relative to a corporate maturity model of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The assessment allows an organization to identify and plan for next best steps to accomplish the company’s strategic vision for DEI.

The final work products are simple written documents and diagrams, with one or more stakeholder conversations to help gain organizational alignment on DE&I efforts and expected outcomes.

Organizations may also elect to have a scheduled quarterly check-in with CADIA staff as a means to provide continuity and accountability.   

For more information contact Jennifer Harding.

Kimberly Lark joined CADIA's staff to support members and clients in workshops, advisory services and training. She will also lead content development for the organization, creating materials in support of CADIA’s programs and initiatives.

“Kimberly is a passionate advocate for DEI and a tremendous addition to CADIA,” said Cheryl Thompson, CADIA Founder and CEO. “She adds a diverse background and unique skillset to the team and is dedicated to helping companies create authentically inclusive cultures. We’re looking forward to sharing her knowledge and experience with our members and clients.” 

Lark brings more than a decade of experience in teaching, curriculum development and training to CADIA. Throughout her career, she has used technology to create engaging and collaborative learning activities focused on the human experience.

As new members, companies have access to the CADIA DEI Roundtable Series, workshops, CADIA certifications and more.  Individuals have access to CADIA Academy and become part of the CADIA community.  Join us in welcoming our newest members . We look forward to working with new members on their DEI journey and learning together to make strides in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. 

Thank you new and renewing individual members:

Ashwini Balasubramanian
Carolyn Cerny

Lisa D'Amore

Lena Gonzalez

Janet Harden

Carolyn Sauer
Tracy Whitmore

This 13-week DEI Certification program offers a structured opportunity for automotive industry professionals to learn DEI best practices, solve complex organizational challenges and build a DEI professional network. Graduates receive a CADIA DEI Certification at the conclusion of the course.

This course is aimed at DEI professionals, DEI champions, ERG leaders and participants, and anyone who wants to better understand DEI at a personal, professional and systems level.

The Fall 2022 cohort has 2 spaces remaining. Reserve your place for the Fall 2022 cohort today.

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“The CADIA DEI Accelerator Program and Capstone Project with this

amazing cohort reinforced my passion for this work and provided a

strong foundation, which I can build upon to support my company’s

inclusion, diversity, and sustainability efforts.”

-- Marilyn McGrone-Conley, Honda

Winter Cohort '22

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Did you know? CADIA not only offers corporate memberships but individual memberships as well.  Check out Benefits of Membership.

For more information or to schedule a call about membership, contact Jennifer Harding.