The Equity Imperative: How Fairness Improves Performance

The recovery from the economic challenges induced by COVID-19 is “K-shaped,” meaning some segments of the labor force are excelling while others are struggling. As work shifts to a hybrid model, and the workforce continues to diversify, HR leaders increasingly face what may seem like dueling pressures: How do we ensure our organization is profitable and high-performing, and how do we do it in a way that is fair and equitable? This session explores key tenets of the equity imperative, as well as how HR leaders can aid in their organizations’ recovery and evolve HR processes to support a new, hybrid model — without running the risk of driving inequality further.