ERG Leader Material
Who is LEAF for?
If you have ever said or heard things like:
👎 “We need to find a better way to connect our employees.”
👎 “Our turnover rate is too high.”
👎 “We need more leadership development opportunities.”
👎 “Our culture feels disconnected.”
Then LEAF is for you!
This curriculum was designed for HR professionals, team leaders, and executives who want to take meaningful steps toward building a stronger workplace culture, one that grows people, not just profits.
Welcome to LEAF: Lead, Empower, Advocate, and Foster, your step-by-step guide to creating Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that grow your culture, connect your teams, and help your organization thrive.
LEAF is here to help you build ERGs that make a real impact: stronger connections between employees, higher engagement, and better retention. Whether you are leading a company, managing a team, or looking for ways to make work more meaningful, this curriculum will show you how ERGs can turn workplace culture into community.
Why LEAF?
Organizations everywhere are feeling the pressure. Teams are stretched thin, turnover is rising, and employees are craving something more: connection, purpose, and belonging. That is where LEAF comes in.
LEAF was created to help organizations design ERG programs that bring people together, create leadership opportunities, and strengthen culture from the inside out. ERGs are not just “nice to have.” They are proven to improve retention, increase engagement, and help employees see a clear path to growth and leadership.
By following the LEAF model, your organization can:
