Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion SIG - September (bi-monthly)

SEPTEMBER 18

Do More with Less, Again?!
A Sociological Discussion of Workplace Culture

Megan will share how the current workforce culture leads to overwhelm and stress, and she will lead discussion on what development professionals could do to truly effect change, not only in our organizations but in society as a whole. 

GUEST PRESENTER

Megan Hysell has over 20 years of experience in healthcare as a human resources professional and behavioral health executive. While she loved leading people, Megan sorely missed the creativity and connection of her education roots. She made a mid-career shift and now facilitates trainings & team discussions with leading healthcare professionals at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, one of Forbes 2025 best large employers.

Megan’s masters degree in sociology, unique blend of strategic knowledge and creativity coupled with her innate ability to connect with others has poised her to develop programming that meets the heartbeat of need for individual contributors throughout the healthcare system as well guiding leaders in how to help them grow. She co-founded and leads the Career Circles program at Nationwide Children’s, inspiring others to own their career journey.

     next Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion SIG will be in 2026    

ABOUT THE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION SIG

We provide a forum for COATD members to gain knowledge, learn about best practices, and share resources with one another. In addition, this forum will champion the efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion for talent development professionals to embrace our multicultural workforce. 

MEET THE SIG LEADERS

Tori Smart is currently living in Ohio, but has also lived in several states across the country giving her exposure to character building experiences.  
As an Instructional Designer she is dedicated to elevating talent through providing learners with meaningful educational opportunities.

During her career as a leader and patient family advocate, Tori has worked with diverse populations coaching them towards their best outcomes, and enhancing their wellbeing.  

Mathew has over 9 years of learning and development experience, most recently as an Organizational Development Trainer for Columbus State Community College (CSCC).

In addition, he has been an advocate for LGBTQIA+ issues.

While at NiSource, Mathew was a founder and President of the LGBTQIA+ ERG, NiPRIDE, implementing a variety of companywide initiatives.

Currently, Mathew is the co-lead for PRISM, the CSCC LGBTQIA+ ERG and is a graduate of United Way’s Project Diversity/Pride Leadership program.