Page Conversation on the Chauvin Trial Verdict, Sentencing and One-Year Remembrance of George Floyd’s Death

America is on high alert as we look ahead to a critical time for racial justice.  On Monday, closing arguments commenced in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former police officer accused of causing the death of George Floyd, which will be followed by the verdict, and potential sentencing of Mr. Chauvin. Additionally, America is reeling from the recent deaths of Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo at the hands of local police. Further, next month will mark the one-year remembrance of Mr. Floyd’s death.  Any one of these incidents hold the potential for civil unrest and corporate strife. Taken together, concern increases exponentially and organizations must be prepared to support their clients, employees and communities. 

 In this Page Conversation on Wednesday, April 21, at 3 p.m. ET, Page Chair Charlene Wheeless will lead a discussion with Becky Edwards of ACLU and Stacey Jones of Accenture to explore how organizations are navigating their internal and external communication responses and how to best support employees during this time. 

Page Conversations are virtual events that give Page and Page Up members a forum to discuss critical topics that are impacting their enterprises and the role of the CCO. Each Page Conversation will feature an interview with an expert followed by a discussion among members conducted under Chatham House Rules. If you have any questions, please contact Natalie Martinez.