Pretend you are the CHRO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and you’re attending the Oscars award ceremony along with the Academy’s CEO. You witness Oscar nominee Will Smith slap presenter Chris Rock, and you say to the CEO, “We need to confront Mr. Smith and escort him out of this room.”
The CEO agrees and the two of you approach Smith as the program comes to a halt. “Mr. Smith,” you say, “we represent the Academy, and you need to come with us now.” If necessary, you mention that security will be summoned.
You take him to a room and explain that his behavior is unacceptable and cannot be condoned.
