Global Inclusion and Diversity: An Evolution This workshop will focus on the evolution of Global Diversity and Inclusion. Diversity professionals find their companies' diversity and inclusion plans at different stages of maturity and execution. Forces such as the company's history, availability of resources, culture and other challenges have defined progress to date. The tie to business drivers is always a critical component of diversity -- how it provides a competitive advantage to organizations with robust programs and benefits employee productivity and retention. This presentation will look at the ever evolving process, where it has been and what the future can be for those willing to commit to next steps. Considerations include corporate climate, globalization and changing demographics.