The ACCA and ESRC Expert Panels held in Delhi, Shanghai, and London in November 2011 to January 2012 aimed to explore how diversity could be leveraged to drive business performance and innovation. The panels consisted of experts from various industries and backgrounds, including business leaders, academics, and policymakers. The discussions focused on the challenges and opportunities associated with diversity in the workplace, as well as the role of diversity in driving innovation and improving business performance. The panels also discussed the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive culture, as well as the need for organizations to actively promote diversity and inclusion. Overall, the panels highlighted the potential benefits of diversity for businesses, and provided recommendations for how organizations can better harness the power of diversity to drive performance and innovation.
