Program Information:

The program was created by SHRM to provide an overview of some important key concepts that guide Diversity and Inclusion work. These include SHRM’s definition of diversity, different approaches around the globe, the meaning of culture and cultural competence and discussion surrounding discrimination and biases. Lastly, the presentation covers the concept of unconscious biases and how to “unlock” them so that they do not color our thinking as we interact with diverse groups of people. This program will help set the stage for HR practitioners as they navigate the complexities of a diverse workforce, while actively playing a critical role in the integration of diversity and inclusion into their organizations. 

Speaker: Carl Jaskolski, Diversity and Inclusion Director of WISHRM

Carl Jaskolski has worked in the human resources profession for over 30 years. As an educator, he has been teaching over 14 years at Concordia University-Mequon both Graduate and Undergraduate courses in human resources for the university.

Having worked in union and non-union environments as well as in civil service, privately owned, profit making and non-profit organizations he is committed to doing what he can in order to have the employer and employee work collectively and maintain a productive and harmonious relationship.

Carl has provided numerous seminar presentations for organizations on sexual harassment, diversity and supervision. He has received international recognition in his pursuit to clean up corporate communication. Articles appeared about his “Language Code of Ethics” policy for the workplace in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and on MSNBC.

Mr. Jaskolski received his BA in Mass Communication–Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and holds a Master’s degree in Labor Relations/Human Resources from the same university.

Carl specializes in drafting policies and defending companies against ERD and EEOC discrimination complaints.