2025 Schedule
Dates: February 17–20, 2025 (Monday–Thursday)
Times: 10:00 AM CT & 3:00 PM CT
Monday — Foundations & Structure
10:00 AM — Theme: The Role of ERGs in Modern Workplaces
Start the week by exploring the purpose of Employee Resource Groups and their role in advancing community, leadership, and engagement. This session clarifies the foundations of ERGs, organizational expectations, governance structures, and how to align ERGs with workplace priorities.
3:00 PM — Theme: Building ERG Infrastructure
Strong ERGs rely on strong structures. This session covers charters, leadership roles, bylaws, executive sponsorship, and operational frameworks that enable groups to thrive. Participants will gain models for establishing resilient and scalable ERGs.
Tuesday — Leadership, Growth & Influence
10:00 AM — Theme: Developing ERG Leaders
ERG leadership is an opportunity for career development. Learn how to cultivate ERG leaders, support volunteer bandwidth, create leadership pipelines, and position ERG roles as recognized pathways for skill-building and visibility within the organization.
3:00 PM — Theme: Increasing Engagement & Membership
Engaged members fuel successful ERGs. This session explores strategies for recruiting members, creating meaningful programming, and fostering allyship. Real-world examples demonstrate how to build inclusive, high-energy communities that people want to join.
Wednesday — Strategy, Operations & Impact
10:00 AM — Theme: Strategic Alignment & Planning
This session focuses on how ERGs can create annual plans, set measurable goals, and align initiatives with broader business strategies. Participants will learn how to build strong partnerships with HR, DEIB, communications, and executive sponsors.
3:00 PM — Theme: Measuring Impact & Demonstrating Value
Learn how to showcase the real impact of ERGs. This session covers data tracking, feedback loops, reporting strategies, and ways to demonstrate ROI through talent outcomes, engagement metrics, and organizational influence.
Thursday — Innovation & The Future of ERGs
10:00 AM — Theme: ERGs in Action Across Industries
Hear case studies from organizations innovating in ERG programming, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership development. See how teams are shaping culture, strengthening retention, and supporting company-wide initiatives.
3:00 PM — Theme: The Future of ERGs
Close the week with a forward-looking session focused on the next evolution of ERGs. Participants will explore emerging models, digital engagement strategies, multi-ERG coalitions, and a 12-month roadmap for strengthening ERG operations in their organizations.