1. Executive Leadership

• Executive Sponsors: Senior leaders who provide strategic direction, resources, and support for DEI initiatives.​Diversio+3Diversio+3OnBoard+3
• DEI Officer: Oversees the implementation of DEI strategies and reports to executive leadership.​

2. Committee Leadership

• Committee Chairperson: Leads the DEI Committee, sets agendas, and ensures alignment with organizational goals.​Catalyst+3Diversio+3Diversio+3
• Committee Co-Chairperson: Assists the Chairperson and steps in during their absence.​

3. Core Committee Members

• Policy Development Lead: Focuses on creating and revising policies that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.​
• Training and Education Lead: Develops and coordinates DEI training sessions and workshops.​
• Data and Analytics Lead: Collects and analyzes data to measure the effectiveness of DEI initiatives.​
• Community Engagement Lead: Fosters relationships with external organizations and communities to promote DEI.​
• Communications Lead: Manages internal and external communications related to DEI efforts.​biomaterials.org+6Diversity Social+6Diversio+6

4. Subcommittees and Working Groups

• Recruitment and Retention Subcommittee: Develops strategies to attract and retain diverse talent.​
• Policy and Advocacy Subcommittee: Advocates for policies that support DEI within and outside the organization.​
• Employee Resource Group (ERG) Liaison: Connects with ERGs to align efforts and share resources.​

5. Support and Advisory Roles

• Legal Advisor: Provides guidance on legal aspects of DEI policies and initiatives.​
• External Consultant: Offers expertise and an outside perspective on DEI best practices.​