SF: The Presidio Dialogues

Invisible Wisdom: The Value of Diverse Groups

Some Questions We'll Consider ...


Despite ample evidence of the pragmatic value of diverse people working together, what prevents us from automatically recognizing and valuing many points of view? It's no surprise people tend to prefer working with those who are like themselves, those who agree with us, when we know intellectually that diversity adds wisdom....especially when it comes to work and business. What outmoded thinking prevents us from realizing the "wisdom of crowds"?

Conversation Starters

Dorsey Blake, Pastor, The Church for The Fellowship of All Peoples, the nation's first interfaith, multiracial church, co-founded by Howard Thurman in 1944

Lewis Brown Griggs, Founder, Griggs Productions, pioneered diversity training in over 5,000 corporations, educational institutions, government agencies and non-profit organizations since 1983

Tina Rasmussen, Founder, President, Diversity Mosaic LLC, author, Diversity: The ASTD Trainer's SourceBook and the forthcoming Diversity Mosaic: The Complete Resource for Establishing a Successful Diversity Initiative



Event Details
Registration 7:00 PM
Meeting Begins 7:15 PM

Schedule First opening comments by Conversation Starters, then dialogue with participants; estimated conclusion at 9:30 PM

Admission $20 in advance by registering online; $25 in advance (by email, phone or check); $30 at the door.