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Pam Jeffords

Transformational Leader, Global Thought Leader on Inclusive Cultures, Co-Founder & Sr. Partner, BE Labs

Pam Jeffords is a globally recognized thought leader and public speaker who partners with organizations to build inclusive cultures where everyone can thrive. As Managing Partner of BE Labs, she helps companies make bold progress on their people and culture strategies, expanding access to opportunity and driving lasting change.With over three decades of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, universities, and nonprofits, Pam is known for her bold yet practical approach to workplace transformation. She brings a critical lens to this work by distinguishing between common practices disguised as best practices, proven practices tied to measurable business outcomes, and promising practices emerging in today’s polarized and rapidly evolving environment.As a Partner at PwC, Pam was a part of the Workforce of the Future practice. She previously built and led the global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging consulting practice as a Partner at Mercer. Her work has contributed to groundbreaking research on gender equity, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, and has been featured in Fortune Magazine, The Economist, and other leading publications.Pam currently serves as a Board Member of Denver’s American Heart Association and is a Limited Partner in The JumpFund, which invests in women-led startups. She was honored with the prestigious Frances Wisebart Jacobs Award for her community leadership as Chair of Women United for Mile High United Way.She holds undergraduate and MBA degrees from Louisiana State and Georgia State Universities. Pam and her husband live in Aurora, Colorado, where they are avid golfers and pickleball enthusiasts. They enjoy time with their four adult children and their new granddaughter.

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Panel discussion

Wed, May 14, 1:30 pm - 2:20 pm MT

Fostering Inclusive Cultures and Psychological Safety for Sustainable Growth

LIFT UP FOR YOUR COMMUNITY

This panel will explore the critical intersection of DEIB and psychological safety, offering HR leaders actionable insights to build cultures of belonging and trust within their organizations. Experts will discuss how recognition, inclusive practices, and leadership strategies can empower diverse talent to not only feel valued but also thrive, collaborate, and innovate. By focusing on psychological safety, HR leaders can create an environment where all employees can contribute authentically and drive long-term organizational success.

Key takeaways include:

Learn how to implement inclusive recognition strategies that foster a culture of trust, engagement, and belonging across diverse teams.
Understand how creating psychologically safe environments leads to improved employee performance, retention, and innovation within DEI initiatives.

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World-class speakers boldly tackling today’s most urgent topics. Personalized content thoughtfully-curated to your role and goals. Next-level networking experiences that connect leaders from all over the world.

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