The business world isn’t designed for everyone—but it certainly should be. In my latest episode of Parent. Boss. Leader., a podcast for professionals and working parents, I had the pleasure of speaking with Lexi Hernandez, Executive Director of DE&I Workforce Initiatives at RTX. We had a lively conversation about a variety of topics, including her […]
Can AI-powered recruiting tools transform your workforce? While only 25% of organizations use artificial intelligence for HR-related activities, mainly to save time and money, this revolutionary technology can serve an even greater purpose—beyond generating job descriptions and streamlining workflows. AI has the power to diversify your candidate base and drive unbiased decision-making throughout the hiring […]
Sunnyvale, CA – ATR International, a leading staffing and consulting firm specializing in technical workforce solutions, is proud to announce its recent achievement of WBENC Certification, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Andrea Brenholz, CEO & President of ATR International, expressed her enthusiasm about the accolade: “As […]
The benefits of having a diverse supply chain have been well-studied and documented, proving its positive impact on business success. Supplier diversity drives growth and profitability while contributing to a strong, organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). People—whether they are potential customers, employees, or vendors—feel more positively about and are more likely to […]
I attended the WBENC National Conference last week and, as usual, the event was fantastic! Big thanks to the organizers, speakers, session leaders, and all the people that worked hard behind the scenes to produce a great experience for the rest of us. For me, the best part of the conference is always the people. […]
Welcome to 2023 everyone! While I am certainly ready to make the new year one to remember, I’m going to hang on to 2022 for one more post. With so many interesting stories on diversity, I wish I could highlight them all! But since no one wants to read a blog a mile long, I […]
My husband and I live in the San Francisco Bay area and we are huge 49ers fans. If you follow the NFL, you may know about our team’s recent quarterback woes. Injuries have sidelined both our starting QB Trey Lance and our former starting QB and backup Jimmy Garoppolo, and rookie Brock Purdy has stepped […]
Feliz Navidad and Happy Hanukkah! I feel blessed to be able to celebrate both, and I wish you the happiest of holidays, whichever ones you choose to celebrate. I love this time of year. With the festive season upon us and a new year to look forward to, we can all reflect on the things […]
The holiday season is upon us once again, a time often filled with lights, laughter, and delicious food! At the same time, opportunities arise in professional settings for unintentional discrimination if we are not careful. I want to raise awareness on how companies can be inclusive this holiday season by spreading awareness to your teams. […]