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WI SHRM Award for
Inclusion, Belonging, and Access

Purpose of the Award

The 2025 WI SHRM Inclusion, Belonging, and Access Award honors Wisconsin organizations that demonstrate measurable progress or outcomes in inclusion, belonging, and access for all in a manner that aligns with the SHRM BEAM (Belonging Enhanced by Access through Merit) framework. WI SHRM seeks to recognize employers who actively bridge the gap, elevate equity using a merit lens, achieve measurable outcomes, and model inclusion in their workplaces and communities. These employers lead with purpose and action to build inclusive, accessible cultures where everyone belongs. The SHRM BEAM framework, which is the foundation for our 2025 award, is built on four core principles:
 
  1. Using merit as the primary lens to eliminate bias.
  2. Expanding access to skilled talent from diverse and non-traditional sources.
  3. Continuously optimizing talent management through data and feedback.
  4. Embedding inclusion as a strategic operational goal.

The 2025 WI SHRM Inclusion, Belonging, and Access Award nominations will be evaluated using the criteria contained in the form below.
 
Nominations are due by Monday, July 28, 2025.

Please contact Tanya Hubanks at diversitydirector@wishrm.org if you have additional questions or would like additional information.

 

What is the nomination process?
  • Complete the nomination form online below and submit by the deadline.  Questions should be directed to:
Jeff Palkowski - WI SHRM State Director
email:  statedirector@wishrm.org

Tanya Hubanks - WI SHRM Inclusion and Belonging Director
email:  diversitydirector@wishrm.org
 
When are nominations due?
  • A completed nomination form must be received by Monday, July 28, 2025, for consideration.
How are recipients selected?
  • Nominations will be reviewed by a Diversity Awards Committee of the Wisconsin State Council of SHRM and will be based on an organizations achievements.

2025 WI SHRM Inclusion, Belonging & Access Award
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Nominator Information:
Employer Nominee Information
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Instructions:

The SHRM BEAM framework, which is the foundation for our 2025 award, is built on four core principles:

  1. Using merit as the primary lens to eliminate bias.
  2. Expanding access to skilled talent from diverse and non-traditional sources.
  3. Continuously optimizing talent management through data and feedback.
  4. Embedding inclusion as a strategic operational goal.

The 2025 WI SHRM Inclusion, Belonging, and Access Award nominations will be evaluated using these criteria.

 

Question 1

Beam Core Principles. Describe key policies and practices used by the organization that support one or more of the four SHRM BEAM framework principles. (Max 300 words)

 

Question 2

Modeling Inclusion. How is inclusion integrated into the organization’s overall business strategy and goals? How does the organization actively model and reinforce inclusion at all levels of leadership and operations?  (Describe how inclusive behaviors are practiced by leaders and embedded in the organizational culture. Consider how the organization fosters psychological safety, builds trust across differences, ensures leadership representation based on merit, and holds leaders accountable for inclusion. You may also include policies, training, and systems that promote sustained, inclusive practices across teams and departments.) (Max 300 words)

 

Question 3

Access for All. How does the organization ensure comprehensive and equitable access for all individuals and reduce barriers that may limit access to development opportunities for any talent pool across various dimensions (e.g., geographic, economic, or systemic) (Max 300 words)

 

Question 4

Achieving Outcomes. What measurable outcomes and/or improvements have the organization achieved related to inclusion, belonging, or accessibility? Include data, benchmarks, or success stories that demonstrate progress. (Max 300 words)

 

Additional Info

Please share anything else about how this organization lives the values of inclusion and belonging through the SHRM BEAM framework? (Optional – Max 200 words)

 

 

Supporting Materials (Optional)

Please email (as a single pdf attachment) supporting materials, such as:

- Testimonials or letters of support
- Internal program summaries or strategy documents
- Relevant metrics or dashboards
- Awards, media coverage, or recognition

Email to:  wishrm@morgandata.com

**IMPORTANT:  Please include the name of the Organization Nominated in the subject line.

Submission Information

Questions should be directed to:

Jeff Palkowski - WI SHRM State Director

email:  statedirector@wishrm.org

OR

Tanya Hubanks - WI SHRM Inclusion & Belonging Director
email:  diversitydirector@wishrm.org

Questions about the nomination form or submitting appendices can be directed to:

WI SHRM Administration
email:  wishrm@morgandata.com
ph:  (608) 204-9827

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Contact Information

 

Tanya Hubanks, SHRM-SCP, JD
WI SHRM Inclusion & Belonging Director

Em: diversitydirector@wishrm.org

Term start:  1/1/2024

Biography

Tanya Hubanks is the Director for the Strategic Human Resource Management Center at the Wisconsin School of Business in Madison, Wisconsin supporting full-time MBA students specializing in strategic human resources management. In her role, she also serves as teaching faculty member in the Management and Human Resources Department and a career consultant for undergraduate business students majoring in Human Resources or Management.
Prior to joining the Wisconsin School of Business, Tanya was the Interim Assistant Vice Provost at University of Wisconsin-Madison, supporting University staff and faculty recruitment, retention, and development programs. Before returning to her alma mater, Tanya worked as an employment attorney and senior human resources leader in Ohio and, later, in Massachusetts, primarily working in the financial services industry. As a triple-Badger, she holds a JD from the Wisconsin Law School (’98), and an MS in Industrial Relations (’98) and a BA in both Sociology and Behavioral Science and Law (’94) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Tanya is an avid volleyball fan, adores her Shorkie, Ziva, and enjoys hiking, mostly in warm weather climates. She has been a long-time SHRM member and a volunteer with national, state, and local SHRM chapters at various times during her 27-year employment law, human resources, and higher education career.

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