HONORS CLASS: Friendship vs. Allyship

Workplaces that balance authentic friendship and intentional allyship unlock powerful outcomes — from greater innovation to deeper engagement and collective well-being.

This interactive session explores how both dynamics uniquely contribute to thriving, equitable workplaces. Participants will examine how friendship builds trust and psychological safety that spark creativity, and how allyship channels that trust into action, accountability, and sustainable culture change.

Who It’s For

Ideal for teams, employees, managers, and leaders across all industries who want to strengthen connection, inclusion, and collaboration — whether in small teams or large global organizations.

Key Takeaways

• Understand how friendship and allyship complement one another to foster innovation, engagement, and well-being.
• Learn practical ways to cultivate authentic relationships that fuel creativity, trust, and collaboration.
• Gain tools to recognize when to rely on friendship versus allyship to navigate workplace dynamics and drive meaningful change.