DE&I Forum

Welcome & Introductions (11:00 - 11:15AM ET)

I. PARAMOUNT PICTURES' PROJECT ACTION TASK FORCE (11:15 - 11:50AM)
An initiative formed in response to a myriad of social injustices in 2020, Paramount Pictures’ Marketing & Distribution department assembled six task forces to cover specific action areas to drive systematic change within the organization. Project Action’s goal is to create programs providing greater opportunities for BIPOC employees across all levels of the department. Paramount Pictures will share how Project Action progressed from concept to creation and implementation, while highlighting successes experienced over the past year. 

Speakers: 
Christine Benitez Torres, SVP Multicultural Marketing & Brand - Paramount Pictures
DeDe Brown, SVP Multicultural Publicity - Paramount Pictures

II. CADILLAC CHAMPIONS BIG DREAMS AND BOLD AMBITIONS (11:50AM - 12:25PM ET)
Cadillac exists to make every journey extraordinary. In the spirit of challenging the status quo and always moving forward to achieve extraordinary, unexpected, new things that inspire iconic moments the drive culture and innovation. Our historical, cultural connection resonates externally but internally as well with our employees. We invite you to see our drive and passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This presentation will showcase Cadillac's creative, brand content, and Equity and Justice efforts.

Speaker: 
Juanita Slappy, Head of Multicultural Marketing - Cadillac

III. Share Session (Breakout Groups) (12:25 - 12:45PM ET)

Share Session Debrief & Closing Remarks (12:45-1:00PM ET)