DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion)

AgreeYa Solutions Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Technology, Human Resources, Professional Services, Software, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Internet, Data Analytics, Data Management, Artificial Intelligence, Culture, Growth, Environment, Chatbot, Partnership, History, Artificial intelligence, CSR, Creativity, DEI, Cogent

AgreeYa Solutions , a global leader in software, solutions and services, is celebrating a remarkable 25 years of industry success.

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  • AgreeYa Solutions , a global leader in software, solutions and services, is celebrating a remarkable 25 years of industry success.
  • “AgreeYa’s remarkable 25-year journey stands as a testament to its unwavering commitment to client success,” said managing partner Ajay Kaul.
  • “Throughout our history, we've prioritized our clients' needs—driving innovation and delivering excellence in every project.
  • Apart from building solutions that have transformed the lives of communities it serves and protected the environment, AgreeYa also believes in giving back to communities and the environment through its various CSR activities.

Application Window Now Open for The Sallie Mae Fund’s Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Finance, Professional Services, Philanthropy, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Fund Raising, University, Other Philanthropy, Primary, Secondary, Education, Education minister, SLM, Social justice, Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Partnership, Sallie Mae, Student, Multimedia, Nursing

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325903994/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325903994/en/
    The Sallie Mae Fund will again offer its Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Students , increasing the number of scholarships awarded from 25 to 40.
  • “These transformative scholarships empower students to bridge the gap between aspiration and accomplishment, turning their dream of a degree into reality.”
    In addition to The Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program, Sallie Mae connects students to millions of scholarships through its free resource, Scholly by Sallie.
  • The application window for both The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors and The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for Graduate Students is open until May 17, 2024.
  • Commonly known as Sallie Mae, SLM Corporation and its subsidiaries are not sponsored by or agencies of the United States of America.

Strong Tower Consulting’s John Croswell Named to the 2024 SIA Staffing 100 North America List

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Technology, Human Resources, Consulting, Marketing, Communications, Professional Services, Small Business, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Data Management, Other Professional Services, Microsoft, Organization, Puget Sound Business Journal, Strong Tower, Female, Fortune 500, Life, SIA, Woman, Business, Caregiver, Workforce, Partner, Economic development, Corporation, Management

Strong T ower Consulting , a Washington state-based management-consulting firm, announces that its Partner John Croswell has been named to the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) 2024 Staffing 100 North America list of influential staffing leaders who are making the world of work, work better.

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  • Strong T ower Consulting , a Washington state-based management-consulting firm, announces that its Partner John Croswell has been named to the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) 2024 Staffing 100 North America list of influential staffing leaders who are making the world of work, work better.
  • Since 2021, Strong Tower has experienced an annual 40% growth rate and has expanded its operations across the U.S. and Canada, securing partnerships with leading technology and Fortune 50 companies.
  • "This honor is credit to our unique model we call Inclusion Consulting ®, which encompasses our dedication to trustworthy client service and leveraging the power of diversity to solve problems," said John Croswell, Strong Tower Partner.
  • More information on Croswell and Strong Tower’s naming to the SIA Staffing 100 can be found at: https://si100.staffingindustry.com/John-Croswell-2024/ .

UniCare Health Plan of West Virginia First in the State to Earn NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Professional Services, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Health, Health Insurance, Social Services, General Health, Andrew Kohut, Disease, NCQA, Transport, Health equity, Diabetes, Mortality, Gender identity, Overalls, Medicaid, UniCare, Quality assurance, Language, Hypertension, Accreditation, National Committee, Nursing

UniCare Health Plan of West Virginia recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of UniCare’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.

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  • UniCare Health Plan of West Virginia recently earned the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Health Equity Accreditation Plus, a recognition of UniCare’s leadership in developing solutions to enhance access equitable, high-quality healthcare.
  • “NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation Plus recognizes our unwavering dedication to eliminating health disparities and ensuring access to high-quality care for everyone,” said Tadd Haynes, President, UniCare Health Plan of West Virginia.
  • “This milestone positions UniCare at the forefront of advancing health equity through our innovative and impactful programs and personalized care to improve the whole health of our members.”
    NCQA Health Equity Accreditation Plus builds upon the Health Equity Accreditation designation UniCare received last year, when it was recognized among the first Medicaid plans in the nation to create a strategic framework that prioritizes health equity based on race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
  • “Organizations earning the Health Equity Accreditation Plus like UniCare Health Plan of West Virginia are leading the way in bridging this gap, and NCQA salutes their commitment.”

CF Industries Publishes 2023 Sustainability Reporting Materials

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Chemicals, Plastics, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Alternative Energy, Energy, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Technology, Professional Services, Agritech, Environment, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Other Manufacturing, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Other Energy, CF Industries, Culture, Organization, Growth, ESG, Carbon, Biodiversity, GRI, Woman, TCFD, Task force, System, Hydrogen, Safety, Person, Management

CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF), a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products, today published its 2023 sustainability reporting materials.

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  • CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF), a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products, today published its 2023 sustainability reporting materials.
  • The reports provide a close-up look at CF Industries’ 2023 performance, progress on its decarbonization and clean energy initiatives and updates on its comprehensive environment, social and governance (ESG) goals.
  • This year’s sustainability reporting includes a 2023 ESG Report tailored to the information needs of shareholders and other capital market participants as well as a 2023 Sustainability Summary, a report that is relevant to all stakeholders, including the individuals, policymakers, organizations, and communities who touch CF Industries’ business and are critical to its success.
  • For more information about sustainability at CF Industries and to download the full reports, please visit www.cfindustries.com/sustainability .

2026 Special Olympics USA Games Calls New Champions to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
People with Disabilities, Olympics, Sports, Professional Services, Philanthropy, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Fund Raising, Consumer, Foundation, Other Philanthropy, Well, Baseball, Second Continental Congress, Congress, Sport, University of Minnesota, First lady, Special Olympics USA, Special Olympics World Games, Prison, Chairperson, Special, Strategic planning, CBO, University, Sunshine Studios, Meka, Chicago Bears, Life, Athlete, Minnesota Twins, Special Olympics, New York Yankees, Olympic Games, LGBTQ, Love, Disability, Movement, Chicago White Sox, World Games, Major League Baseball, Teaching, Management

Special Olympics today appointed seven new leaders to the organization's 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors to help oversee the national celebration of inclusivity that will bring together thousands from all 50 states to Minnesota.

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  • Special Olympics today appointed seven new leaders to the organization's 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors to help oversee the national celebration of inclusivity that will bring together thousands from all 50 states to Minnesota.
  • “We are thrilled to add seven new members to our existing board of directors who are dedicated to leading the 2026 USA Games with the same joy, excitement and inclusivity our athletes demonstrate each time they compete,” said Adam Hjerpe, Board Chair, 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
  • I look forward to helping the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors ensure the 2026 USA Games leaves a lasting and memorable legacy within our community and beyond.”
    The seven new members appointed to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors are:
    Gwen Walz: Gwen is the First Lady of Minnesota, a former English teacher and lifelong Minnesotan.
  • These leaders join the existing board members of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, including Adam Hjerpe, board chair; Christy Sovereign, CEO, 2026 Special Olympics USA Games; Terry Clark, co-presenting partner, United Healthcare; Caroline Jones, co-presenting partner, Jersey Mike’s Subs; Dave Dorn, president, Special Olympics Minnesota; Wendy Blackshaw, CEO, Minnesota Sports and Events; Jon Steadland, chief of staff, office of the president, University of Minnesota; David Booth, athlete representative, Special Olympics Minnesota; and Will Smith, athlete representative, Special Olympics of New York.

Red River Earns 2024 Great Place to Work Certification™

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Technology, Human Resources, Security, Consulting, Professional Services, Software, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Data Analytics, Data Management, Artificial Intelligence, Certification, Red, Government, Growth, DEI, CHRO

Red River, a technology transformation company serving government and enterprise customers, is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year.

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  • Red River, a technology transformation company serving government and enterprise customers, is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year.
  • “Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,” says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work.
  • “Fostering a strong corporate culture that supports both our employees and communities has always been core to Red River,” said Courtney Mitchell, CHRO for Red River.
  • Being recognized year after year for a work environment is a great honor and validates our approach to employee engagement, achievement and retention.”
    According to Great Place To Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great workplace.

NAACP to Honor Sinclair Broadcast Group’s WBFF in Baltimore and Investigative Reporter Chris Papst with Randallstown NAACP Excellence in Advocacy Award

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Children, Entertainment, Professional Services, TV and Radio, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Other Education, Consumer, Primary, Secondary, Education, MD, African Americans, Student, Lifting, SVP, WBFF, History, Project

WBFF FOX 45, Sinclair Broadcast Group’s station in Baltimore, is pleased to announce that both the station and Project Baltimore’s Investigative Reporter Chris Papst will be honored by the Randallstown, MD NAACP chapter for their work focused on the education of children in the Baltimore area.

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  • WBFF FOX 45, Sinclair Broadcast Group’s station in Baltimore, is pleased to announce that both the station and Project Baltimore’s Investigative Reporter Chris Papst will be honored by the Randallstown, MD NAACP chapter for their work focused on the education of children in the Baltimore area.
  • WBFF and Papst will each be honored with an Excellence in Advocacy Award for their work covering education and public schools in the region.
  • “The Randallstown NAACP Excellence in Advocacy Award recognizes Chris, and Project Baltimore who have contributed significantly to benefit African Americans and other minority students who often confront challenges and obstacles to their education.
  • Accordingly, the award is given in special recognition of his outstanding service to enhance success for students regardless of their background,” said Ryan Coleman, President, Randallstown NAACP.

NeoGenomics Releases Inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Medical Devices, Professional Services, Science, Genetics, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Clinical Trials, Biotechnology, Health, Health Technology, Recycling, Research, Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Environment, Radiology, Pharmaceutical, Oncology, NEO, Development, Growth, ESG, Patient, Environmental stewardship, Cancer, Business ethics, Woman, Workforce, Retention, Consumer, Management

This inaugural report details the performance and management of NeoGenomics’ commitment to its core values of quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and innovation.

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  • This inaugural report details the performance and management of NeoGenomics’ commitment to its core values of quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and innovation.
  • “Releasing our first ESG report marks an important milestone in NeoGenomics’ growth and evolution,” said Chris Smith, CEO at NeoGenomics.
  • In 2023, NeoGenomics recycled 310 tons of waste from its labs in Fort Myers, FL, and Aliso Viejo, CA.
  • NeoGenomics’ 2023 Employee Engagement Survey showed net improvements in Employee Happiness and Employee Engagement and decreased voluntary employee turnover to 13%.

Naturalizer Debuts Gen N Project Series with Deepica Mutyala, Live Tinted Founder

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Other Philanthropy, Women, Department Stores, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Specialty, Social Activism, Consumer, Fashion, Cosmetics, Retail, Teens, Parenting, Children, Communications, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Footwear, Influencer, Foundation, Online Retail, Philosophy, Partnership, Symbolism, Shoe, CAL, Woman, Illuminate, Multimedia, Collection, Gen, Human

Deepica Mutyala, founder & CEO of Live Tinted, is the inaugural partner in the collaboration series, which was born out of the belief that inclusivity and transparency can inspire a more comfortable future for all women.

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  • Deepica Mutyala, founder & CEO of Live Tinted, is the inaugural partner in the collaboration series, which was born out of the belief that inclusivity and transparency can inspire a more comfortable future for all women.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240320165393/en/
    Deepica Mutyala, founder & CEO of Live Tinted, collaborated with Naturalizer on a capsule collection of footwear as part of Naturalizer's Gen N project.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Naturalizer created the Gen N Project to advance the ideals of comfort for women through a series of partnerships with women and brands inspiring the future with their actions.
  • Learn more about the Gen N Project here and follow @Naturalizer to see what comes next.