We hear about transformational change, the need for it, those doing it, as well as what works and what doesn’t work all the time. But rarely has there been a simple recipe provided by people who have led or had a front row seat to...2
In summer of 2020 the fastest growing C-suite role wasn’t in Growth, Revenue, or even People. It was the Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) role. The field of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is experiencing explosive growth, with countless enterprises launching efforts to build and retain...2
Open enrollment is soon to be underway, which means it’s almost time for employees to select their benefits packages for next year. With the downturn in the economy, some employers are scaling back on offering a robust employee benefits package, while others are working to...2
Today it’s more difficult than ever for CEOs and HR leaders at small and medium organizations to compete for talent, customers and investment dollars. Over half of the US workforce is actively planning to leave their jobs, and 80% of them prioritize inclusion and belonging...2
It is known that diverse organizations outperform competitors in not only overall revenues, profits, and employee satisfaction, but also in creating a culture that allows and encourages everyone to succeed at work. Ensuring an inclusive workplace and incorporating inclusive practices for LGBTQ+ individuals gains the...2
There is ample evidence that driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is important in the workplace. Since humans all have a fundamental desire for belonging, it is imperative to help employees feel accepted, secure, supported, and to have a sense of belonging at work. If...2
ESG and sustainability have become essential elements of strategy, risk management and reporting for many organizations. Given the rising importance of ESG and the increased focus on the Social element of ESG, we are delighted to have a global expert, Meredith Miller on a fireside...2
What is supplier diversity? Supplier diversity refers to vendors that are at least 51% owned and operated by people from groups that are underrepresented in business. Women, people of color, disabled persons, veterans and the LGBTQ community are a few common examples.  The “set-aside provisions” of Public...2
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) training is not new. However, in recent years DEI training has evolved beyond a compliance focus to the broader employee and leadership development topics. These may include DEI awareness, unconscious bias, inclusive leadership, diverse talent hiring, and cultural competence, to...2
The unplanned global experiment with hybrid work has largely proven beneficial for employees and employers. In fact, “74% of U.S. companies are using or plan to implement a permanent hybrid work model,” while “55% of employees want to work remotely at least three days a...2