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2024 Unity Conference


Day One - Thursday

Kick Off Unity Conference at Walmart HQ (Invitation Only)

12:30PM-2:00PM

Purpose of this luncheon and conversation is to connect minority academic administrators and corporate leaders with the end goal of discussing challenges and opportunities for students.

Location: 702 SW 8th ST, Bentonville AR, 72716

Trendsetters Fundraiser Dinner at Embassy Suites

6:00PM- 8:00PM

A dinner program to raise additional money for the Trendsetters Foundation in order to impact more students.

Location: 3303 S Pinnacle Hills Pkwy, Rogers, AR 72758

Day Two - Friday

College Student Experience with Corporate Sponsors

8:30AM - 10:30AM

Sponsors will provide interactive experiences with college students to help educate them on company culture, making connections, and standing out as an applicant

Location: TBD

Welcome

11:00AM - 11:15AM

Kick off the day with Unity founder John Gaiters

Panel Discussion: Navigating Cultural Differences in Workplace

11:15AM - 12:00PM

Moderated Q&A Session by Kelvin Buncum, EVP of Neighborhood Markets, Walmart discussing perspectives from both minority and majority groups.

Inclusive Leadership and Culture Lunch

12:00PM - 12:45PM

Panel Discussion: Strategies for Building Inclusive Cultures led by Latriece Watkins, EVP, Chief Merchandising Officer, Walmart

Break

12:45PM - 1:00PM

Socialize, stretch, use the restroom & get ready for a keynote message of a lifetime

Vernā Myers: Diversity as a Business Imperative

1:00PM - 1:45PM

Inspirational Speaker shares personal experiences and the impact of diversity on innovation and success

  • The two day event will be held on Thursday, March 7th, 2024 at 12:30 pm until 8:00pm, and the second day Friday, March 8th, 2024 from 8:30am until approximately 2:00pm.

  • The event will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel 3303 S Pinnacle Hills Pkwy, Rogers, AR 72758. Parking is free and on a first come, first serve basis.

  • Yes! The Embassy Suites is the conference location as well as an overnight accommodation. It is located at 3303 S Pinnacle Hills Pkwy, Rogers, AR 72758. You may book your room at the link provided here.

  • The preferred airport for guests traveling from out of town in Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA). Travel tome from the hotel is estimated to be 20 minutes. Here you can find a map from the airport to hotel. The link to the airport website can be found here.

  • The conference’s dress code will be business casual.

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