D&I

athenahealth Enhances its Marketplace Program to Strengthen Customer and Partner Success

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Software, Networks, Health, Data Management, Health Technology, Technology, Apps, Applications, Other Health, Business development, Marketplace, EVP, Athenahealth, Stevie Awards, Patient, Customer service, Gold, D&I, Customer, RPM, Syndrome, Automation, D, Nursing, Online shopping, Privia

Partner tiering and an Accelerate Partner Program that helps customers distinguish which partner solutions are most adopted and highly rated by similar practices and specialties.

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  • Partner tiering and an Accelerate Partner Program that helps customers distinguish which partner solutions are most adopted and highly rated by similar practices and specialties.
  • A new Marketplace Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Program, which recognizes valuable partnerships with minority-, woman-, LGBTQ-, disability-, and veteran-owned businesses.
  • A personalized Marketplace Partner Resource Hub for easy access to program resources, customer leads, and account management tools.
  • Further, over 71% of athenahealth customers have adopted Marketplace partner solutions, with thousands of new connections each year.

Eisai Receives the "Basic Achievement Grand Prize" at the 2023 J-Win Diversity Award

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Friday, March 10, 2023
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TOKYO, Mar 10, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it was selected as the winner of the "Basic Achievement Grand Prize" at the "2023 J-Win Diversity Award" held by non-profit organization Japan Women's Innovative Network (NPO J-Win).

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Mar 10, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it was selected as the winner of the "Basic Achievement Grand Prize" at the "2023 J-Win Diversity Award" held by non-profit organization Japan Women's Innovative Network (NPO J-Win).
  • The "J-Win Diversity Award" has been held annually since 2008 with the aim of accelerating the promotion of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in Japanese companies by awarding leading businesses that are promoting D&I.
  • - Plans to introduce a new personnel assessment system from FY 2023, which utilizes a behavioral assessment item "Diversity & Synergy" to further focus on diversity.
  • Eisai aims to realize the spiral of knowledge generated by diversity, regardless of differences in nationality, gender, age, etc., leading to the creation of innovation.

JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH | WHAT VALUE DOES DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION BRING TO HEALTH CARE?

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Acquisition, Journal of Medical Internet Research, Patient, JMIR, University of Colorado, University, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Publication, Doctor of Philosophy, Agency, D, University of Colorado Hospital, Business school, COVID-19, Education, Workforce, D&I, Lawrence Street, University of Colorado Denver School of Public Affairs, CO, Teaching, Nursing, Management, Medical device

TORONTO and PHILADELPHIA, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JMIR Publications published "Valuing Diversity and Inclusion in Health Care to Equip the Workforce: Survey Study and Pathway Analysis" in JMIR Formative Research. The aim of the study is to explore the characteristics of US health systems and their associations with diversity and inclusion (D&I) practices and benefits, examine the associations between D&I practices and three pathways (improve, recruit, and collaborate) to equip workforces, and examine the associations between the three pathways to better equip workforces and business and service benefits.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO and PHILADELPHIA, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- JMIR Publications published "Valuing Diversity and Inclusion in Health Care to Equip the Workforce: Survey Study and Pathway Analysis" in JMIR Formative Research .
  • The authors collected secondary data from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Compendium of the US Health Systems , leading to a matched data set of 124 health systems for analysis.
  • They first explored differences in diversity practices and benefits across the health systems and then examined the relationships among diversity practices, the three pathways, and the benefits.
  • Based on the findings, our recommendations will help health systems establish a more diverse health care workforce and improve outcomes for a diverse population.

enfinium announces new family support policies across the organisation to support equality, diversity and inclusion

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Parental leave, International Women's Health Coalition, Ageing, D, D&I, Woman, Mental health, International Women's Day, Paternity, Nursing

The new policies form part of enfinium's equality, diversity and inclusion (E,D&I) strategy and also include enhanced provision for paternity and shared parental leave.

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  • The new policies form part of enfinium's equality, diversity and inclusion (E,D&I) strategy and also include enhanced provision for paternity and shared parental leave.
  • The change sees enfinium take a leading position in industry in terms of maternity and family support for staff  and highlights the company's progressive, female-friendly approach to diversity.
  • We also know that enhanced maternity policies are proven to create and retain happier and more productive workforces.
  • To further underline enfinium's commitment to International Women's Day, the company has made a significant £1,000 donation to Young Women's Trust.

ANNOUNCING VIVID - A NEW GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT CONSULTANCY

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
Tetra, Business marketing, OKX, Creativity, European, PayPal, News UK, AstraZeneca, News, Ericsson, Marketing, PRCA, TEAM, Knowledge, Geography, MD, Skyscanner, DIGITAL, Schneider Electric, Kellogg, VIVID, D&I, RESPOND, Organic, Tetra Pak, ESG, Toy

LONDON, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEAM LEWIS, a marketing consultancy, is launching VIVID, a new global reputation and impact practice. It is designed to respond to the rapidly changing, fast-moving, digital-first world. VIVID will inject pace, emotion, creativity, and visual thinking into reputation management and purpose campaigns.

Key Points: 
  • ~ INTERNATIONAL TEAM TO IDENTIFY, MONITOR & RESPOND CREATIVELY TO RAPIDLY CHANGING DIGITAL NARRATIVES ~
    LONDON, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEAM LEWIS , a marketing consultancy, is launching VIVID, a new global reputation and impact practice.
  • VIVID brings together brand consultancy with creative engineering and real-time reputation management.
  • The VIVID practice will be led by Helen Ellis, the agency's global sustainability lead and reputation expert.
  • Commenting on this new milestone, Yvonne van Bokhoven, EVP Europe and APAC said: "VIVID is designed to engineer new creative approaches to reputational content, engagement and brand experiences.

Drake University announces $3.15 million philanthropic commitment from Sammons Financial Group

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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Drake University announced today that Sammons Financial Group® has committed $3.15 million to Drake to support the development of the Sammons Intercultural Center and Sammons Plaza, along with support for two scholarship funds that will create a total of 14 endowed scholarships.

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  • Drake University announced today that Sammons Financial Group® has committed $3.15 million to Drake to support the development of the Sammons Intercultural Center and Sammons Plaza, along with support for two scholarship funds that will create a total of 14 endowed scholarships.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230222006001/en/
    Beginning in 2024, Drake will use $1.75 million of the Sammons Financial Group gift to renovate and revitalize one of its most beautiful and historic buildings—Morehouse Hall.
  • “Sammons Financial Group and Drake University have enjoyed a supportive, long-term relationship.
  • “We are incredibly grateful to have such strong relationships with central Iowa businesses like Sammons Financial Group, who continue to invest in the advancement of Drake.

Berry Appoints New VP of Global Diversity and Inclusion to Develop Leading D&I Strategy

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Professional Services, Packaging, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Human Resources, Other Manufacturing, D, Salmon, Business analyst, EVP, Empathy, NYSE, Culture, Workplace, Diversity, DEI, D&I, Multimedia, Environment, Community, Matthews, Management, Inclusion

Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY), recently announced the appointment of Anastasia Matthews to the role of Vice President – Global Diversity & Inclusion/Corporate Human Resources.

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  • Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY), recently announced the appointment of Anastasia Matthews to the role of Vice President – Global Diversity & Inclusion/Corporate Human Resources.
  • In her new role, Matthews is leading Berry’s Executive D&I Council and D&I Global Workgroup in the development and execution of an updated diversity and inclusion strategy.
  • In 2021, Tom Salmon, Berry’s Chief Executive Officer, signed the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion pledge.
  • To learn more about Berry’s commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, visit https://www.berryglobal.com/en/sustainability/sustainability-strategy/gl... .

JBG SMITH Selected for Inclusion in Bloomberg’s Gender-Equality Index

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Human Resources, Women, Finance, Men, Professional Services, Consumer, Residential Building & Real Estate, D, SMITH, NYSE, Workplace, Founding, Disclosure, Parity, Parental leave, Policy, D&I, Bloomberg, JBG, Club, GEI, Toy, Management

JBG SMITH scored at 88% for its inclusive culture in part due to its excellent parental leave policies, adoption assistance program, availability of employee resources, and D&I training options.

Key Points: 
  • JBG SMITH scored at 88% for its inclusive culture in part due to its excellent parental leave policies, adoption assistance program, availability of employee resources, and D&I training options.
  • Notably, JBG SMITH releases an annual D&I report, further displaying its overall commitment to transparent reporting.
  • “We’re honored to be recognized by the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index which serves as evidence of our commitment to our ongoing work to achieve gender equality,” said Matt Kelly, JBG SMITH CEO.
  • “JBG SMITH has been working diligently to cultivate and maintain a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable.

Vault Releases 2023 Rankings of Best Consulting Firms in North America

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Growth, Silicon, Perception, Culture, Woman, Learning, Environment, Top, BCG, McKinsey & Company, Consultant, D&I, Management, Nursing

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vault today announced its Consulting 50 Rankings for 2023, with Bain & Company ranking as the "Best Consulting Firm to Work For." It's the third year in a row that Bain takes the top spot. Meanwhile, Boston Consulting Group moves up to take No. 2, with McKinsey & Company sliding down to No. 3. Rounding out the top five of the Consulting 50 are EY-Parthenon at No. 4 and The Bridgespan Group at No. 5—the two firms reversed positions this year.

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  • Employees describe the firm's D&I goals as "receptive and ambitious" and say the firm "pioneered a number of diversity recruiting programs."
  • Top that off with "some of the best health insurance available," and it's easy to see how Bain remains king of the "Best to Work For" mountain.
  • Some common themes among these exceptional firms are strong leadership and a culture of ongoing improvement and learning.
  • Our new consulting company profiles include many more direct quotes from consulting professionals about hours, work/life balance, overall satisfaction, compensation, benefits, training, diversity, business outlook, and more.

Sempra Named to 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for Fifth Consecutive Year

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) has been named to the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI), which recognizes public companies that demonstrate workforce diversity and inclusion (D&I) and transparency in gender-data reporting.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) has been named to the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI), which recognizes public companies that demonstrate workforce diversity and inclusion (D&I) and transparency in gender-data reporting.
  • "Our inclusion on the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth year in a row is a testament to our commitment to diversity and inclusion—a cornerstone of our high-performance culture," said Karen Sedgwick, chief administrative officer and chief human resources officer for Sempra.
  • Sempra's dedication to gender equality and D&I extends into the communities where its employees work and live.
  • In addition, across the Sempra family of companies, programs have been developed to advance supplier opportunities for businesses owned by women, minorities, service-disabled veterans and members of the LGBTQ community.