Turning data into action: Practical guidance from Catalyst experts

Organizations face a rapidly evolving landscape when it comes to using data to assess and advance their talent management and organizational culture efforts. Regulatory shifts, global business pressures, and new technologies are reshaping what’s possible — and what’s allowed — when collecting, analyzing, and acting on demographic and inclusion data.

During the webinar “Measuring inclusion — From complexity to clarity” with Catalyst experts Emily Shaffer, PhD, Ellie Smith, PhD, and Tara Van Bommel, PhD, attendees asked thoughtful questions about how to leverage data responsibly, measure impact, gain leadership buy-in, and innovate within current constraints. We’ve put together this resource with answers to key questions and additional practical guidance drawing on best practices, real-world examples, and emerging trends.

Whether you’re an inclusion practitioner, HR professional, or business leader, this resource will help you navigate many of your day-to-day challenges: maintaining momentum on inclusion efforts, making sense of the data you have, and taking meaningful action — even in complex regulatory or business environments.

How to cite: Smith, E. & Shaffer, E. (2025). Turning data into action: Practical guidance from Catalyst experts. Catalyst.