minority owned businesses

LEAP to Accelerate Growth For Minority-Owned Firms

The Latino Leadership Institute (LLI) has launched a new programme to help accelerate business growth for firms owned by people of colour.
Cecilia Nelson-Hurt Chief Diversity Officer, Heidrick & Struggles

Heidrick & Struggles Names Cecilia Nelson-Hurt Chief Diversity Officer

Global talent solutions Heidrick & Struggles has appointed Cecilia Nelson-Hurt as its new Chief Diversity Officer, effective immediately.   Nelson-Hurt has joined the...
Around seven in ten employees worldwide say it is important to work in organisations that prioritise workplace DEI, according to new research

84% Staff Report Lack of Progress on Building More Equitable Workplaces for People of...

People of colour experienced an increase in racial discrimination, job loss and financial hardship at three times the rate of their White...
Sharifa A Anderson, Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Fannie Mae

Fannie Mae Appoints Sharifa A Anderson Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity & Inclusion...

Fannie Mae has announced the appointment of Sharifa A Anderson as Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Officer, effective today (28...
A new survey of 900 CEOs reveals that nearly eight in 10 (78%) believe failed AI strategies could threaten their jobs as boards demand measurable AI results and stronger governance.

Black Equity Index Launched to Accelerate Racial Equity at Work

Global think tank Coqual has announced the launch of the Black Equity Index (BEI); a new initiative for organisations to advance, and measure progress towards...
equal pay for women in sports

US Soccer Settles Equal Pay Gender Discrimination Lawsuit

After years of fighting for equal pay, the US Women's National Team (USWNT) has reached a $24 million settlement with the US...
Black leaders still significantly underrepresented on UK boards.

Celebrating Black History Month & Supporting Black Men’s Careers

In this week’s guest column, East Coast Executives’ President Kenneth Johnson explores how Black History Month has evolved throughout the years. He...
addressing racial inequality through arts

Firms Maintain Arts Funding to Address Racial Inequality

Many companies are increasingly partnering with arts organisations to address social challenges, including racism and other forms of inequality, according to a...
Diversity on boards

Most C-Suite Leaders Admit They Won’t Meet 2022 Goals if Record Quit Rates Persist

The majority of C-suite leaders (92%) in the UK and US admit that their organisation will not meet their goals without the...
disability inclusion

US Veterans Demand Better Air Travel for Disabled People

Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) has petitioned the US Department of Transportation (DOT) to improve air travel for passengers with disabilities.
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