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