Sessions

National ERG Symposium (NERGS)™ Sessions

Sessions at the National ERG Symposium (NERGS)™ move beyond introductory ERG conversations to examine the practical challenges involved in building, leading, and sustaining successful Employee Resource Groups.

The State of Employee Resource Groups
Explore how ERGs are evolving and the changing expectations surrounding their role in employee engagement, leadership development, organizational culture, and business strategy.

Building High-Impact ERGs
Examine the foundational elements of successful Employee Resource Groups, including mission development, leadership structures, annual planning, programming, member engagement, and organizational alignment.

ERG Leadership Excellence
Explore the skills ERG leaders need to effectively manage teams, communicate priorities, build participation, develop programming, and create sustainable organizations.

Developing the Next Generation of Leaders Through ERGs
Examine how ERG involvement can provide employees with opportunities to develop communication, project management, strategic thinking, collaboration, and leadership experience.

Executive Sponsorship That Works
Explore the role of executive sponsors and identify strategies for creating productive relationships between ERG leaders, sponsors, and organizational leadership.

Connecting ERGs to Organizational Strategy
Learn how ERGs can identify opportunities to support organizational priorities while maintaining a clear mission and meaningful value for their members.

Measuring ERG Impact
Explore practical approaches for evaluating ERG participation, programming, professional development, engagement, organizational contributions, and long-term progress.

Increasing ERG Membership & Engagement
Examine strategies for attracting members, maintaining participation, improving communications, developing relevant programming, and creating stronger member experiences.

Building an Effective ERG Leadership Team
Learn how clearly defined roles, succession planning, leadership development, accountability, and collaboration can strengthen ERG boards and committees.

The Future of ERGs
A forward-looking discussion examining how Employee Resource Groups may continue to evolve and the opportunities available for ERG leaders to strengthen their organizational influence.