Colorado Animal Welfare Conference Session

Empowering Managers Using DEI Techniques

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10:45am-12:15pm - Day 2 - August 27, 2024

Westminster Ballroom IV

Leadership

Managers play a pivotal role possessing the capacity to influence both their teams and community. Discover how to harness your potential as advocates for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to facilitate meaningful organizational change while fostering a culture of inclusivity. Hear best practices for engaging teams in DEI initiatives including strategies for gaining a team’s commitment and fostering accountability while also addressing common challenges or pitfalls.

April Huntsman

Dave Lewis

Dave Lewis currently serves as the Codes Division Manager for the City of Englewood Colorado. He directs a team within code enforcement, animal welfare, and park rangers. Lewis previously served as a Lieutenant for the NYPD. He is a past president of the Colorado Association of Animal Control Officers and serves on the board for AWAC. Lewis is a graduate of Cornell University and holds certifications in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). He serves as the chair of the DEI committee for the City of Englewood. Lewis has received recognition for his community work to include the 2022 American Association of Code Enforcement’s (AACE) National Leadership Award along with his team receiving the AACE 2022 Codes Division of the Year.