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TRI-CITIES
​DIVERSITY SUMMIT

The Tri-Cities Diversity Summit is an annual half-day event focused on helping professionals create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Through engaging breakout discussions and an inspiring keynote presentation, Diversity Summit attendees will receive actionable information and powerful resources to optimize their team and bring about lasting change in their organizations.​
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Presenter Jim Bischoff addressing the audience of his breakout session
Amy Basche with award-winner Evangelina Shreeve
Keynote speaker Dr. Kimberly Harden standing at podium
2024 TRI-CITIES DIVERSITY SUMMIT AGENDA
Click the session titles for descriptions and speaker bios

8:30 A.M.

Doors open


9 – 10:15 A.M.
Session A - From Conflict to Conversation: Finding Common Ground Through Civil Discourse
Dr. Luz Garza, Dean for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion, Columbia Basin College


Session B - The Power of WE: Building a Culture of Understanding, Inclusion, and Collaboration
April Castañeda, Chief Human Resources Officer, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory


10:30 – 11:45 A.M.
Session A – Empowering Inclusion: Tools for Valuing Differences with Veterans and Disabilities
Lisa Bunch, EEO/HR Compliance Manager, Washington River Protection Solutions
Jim Bischoff, M.S. C.R.C., Region 1 Supported Employment Program Manager, WA State Department of Social and Health Services


Session B – Cultural Wealth: Elevating Careers with an Anti-Deficit Approach
Laura Sanchez, Director of Student Services, Washington State University Tri-Cities


12 – 1:30 P.M.
Membership Luncheon and Champion of Diversity Awards
Keynote Presentation: The Sum of Us: 1 + 1 Equals 1
Dr. Kimberly Harden, Founder and CEO, Harden Consulting Group, LLC
TRI-CITIES CHAMPION OF DIVERSITY AWARDS
The Tri-Cities Champion of Diversity Awards aim to recognize and commend an individual and a member organization that has demonstrated outstanding achievements and sustained commitment to the pursuit of diversity and inclusion in the community and workplace. 
EVANGELINA SHREEVE
2024 TRI-CITIES CHAMPION OF DIVERSITY AWARD RECIPIENT (IND.)
NUMERICA CREDIT UNION
2024 TRI-CITIES CHAMPION OF DIVERSITY AWARD RECIPIENT (ORG.)
2024 TRI-CITIES DIVERSITY SUMMIT SPONSORS
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PARTNER WITH US
Our events are some of the most respected and anticipated events in Eastern Washington. From our monthly membership luncheons and Business After Hours socials to our premiere events, like the Tri-Cities Women in Business Conference and Tri-Cities Diversity Summit, there are a variety of event sponsorship opportunities available to you and your business. Sponsor benefits include logo recognition, preferred seating and table placement, and much more.
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7130 W Grandridge Blvd., Suite C, Kennewick, WA 99336 USA
Phone: (509) 736-0510
[email protected]
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm
​(closed for lunch 12 - 1 pm)
​Friday: 8 am - 12 pm
​Closed Weekends

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  • MEMBERSHIP
    • Membership Directory
    • Member Login
    • Join the Chamber
    • Membership Features
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Stakeholder, Leader, & Growth Level Members >
      • Stakeholder and Leader Profiles
  • EVENTS
    • Chamber Calendar
    • Annual Events >
      • Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon
      • Women in Business Conference >
        • Call for Speakers - Tri-Cities Women in Business Conference
        • ATHENA Awards
      • Tri-Cities Diversity Summit
      • State of the Cities
      • Elected Leaders Reception
      • Tri-Cities Day at the Capitol
      • Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium
    • Monthly Membership Luncheon
    • Business After Hours
    • Ribbon Cutting Request
  • PROGRAMS & SERVICES
    • Ambassador Club
    • Ask the Experts
    • Business Builders Resource Roundtable
    • Business Resource Navigator
    • LEARN Groups
    • Member Advertising Opportunities
    • myTRI 2030
    • Office Depot Savings Program
    • Washington APEX Accelerator >
      • Meet the Buyer
      • Yes, You Can! Contracts with the Government
    • Workforce & Education >
      • Tri-Cities Regional Career Signing Day
      • Washington Workforce Portal
      • Job Board
  • Advocacy
    • Legislative Action and Advocacy
    • Business Advocacy Letters
    • 2025 State Budget
    • Vote for Business
    • 2024 Legislative Score Card
  • NEWS
    • Press Releases
    • In the News
    • Blog
    • Member News
    • Annual Report
    • Email Updates
    • Website Sponsors
  • ABOUT US
    • Contact
    • Our Leadership
    • Our Team
    • Committees
    • Policies
    • Tri-Cities Strategic Alliance Partners >
      • Benton-Franklin Council of Governments
      • TRIDEC
      • Visit Tri-Cities
    • Tri-Cities Community Map
    • Built for Prosperity - Strategic Plan 2024-2026