Embedding Equity, Inclusion & Diversity
Our EI&D strategy focuses on influencing leaders and organizations, driving innovation at IMD, and nurturing a caring and inclusive culture. It is based on our EI&D house model, successfully used by several Fortune 500 companies.
Our concerted focus on EI&D has ensured continuous improvement and resulted in enhanced awareness and cultural and behavioral shifts in our partners and across IMD.
The prioritization of equity, inclusion, and diversity is overseen by IMD’s Chief EI&D Officer, who reports to the President of IMD and is accountable to the Executive Committee. The Chief EI&D Officer engages with internal stakeholders and external partners on EI&D activities, which are implemented according to a three-year plan, and collaborates with the Head of Human Resources to ensure a caring and inclusive workplace.
To demonstrate continuous progress, we drive and monitor our impact through regular engagement of our internal EI&D Council, which consists of employees across functions and seniority, as well as MBA and EMBA representatives. The Council guides EI&D initiatives on campus as well as IMD’s pedagogy.
“Our EI&D advisory is built on proven organizational best practice, measurable and tangible steps, and impactful sustainable culture change. On our own doorstep, we are creating an ever-inclusive and caring environment.”
Josefine van Zanten, Chief EI&D Officer