Landing International Inc. – BeautyFluent

Company: Landing International Inc.Innovation Title: BeautyFluentCompany Website: landinginternational.comYear Introduced: 2022 Executive Summary Since 2016, Landing International has been at the forefront of transforming the beauty industry into a more conscious, inclusive, and empowering space. Leveraging the power of technology, Landing has pioneered a path that levels the beauty retail playing field, enabling small beauty brands… Read the full article

Norton Rose Fulbright – Diversity Councils: The Minority Equity Council and the WiN Council

Company: Norton Rose FulbrightInnovation Title: Diversity Councils: The Minority Equity Council and the WiN CouncilCompany Website: https://nortonrosefulbright.com/en-usYear Introduced: 2022-2023 Executive Summary What makes this program or initiative unique? Norton Rose Fulbright prioritizes a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, client service and an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. After the success of the Racial… Read the full article

New York Life – New York Life Cultural Ambassador Program: Fostering Inclusion and Belonging

Company: New York LifeInnovation Title: New York Life Cultural Ambassador Program: Fostering Inclusion and BelongingCompany Website: www.newyorklife.comYear Introduced: 2021 Executive Summary In 2021, New York Life created the Agency Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion division, which will forge the partnership between the Agency (our field force) and The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Center for Awareness and… Read the full article

The Winters Group – Engaging in Bold, Inclusive Conversations® Facilitator Certification Program

Company: The Winters GroupInnovation Title: Engaging in Bold, Inclusive Conversations® Facilitator Certification ProgramCompany Website: https://www.wintersgroup.com/bold-inclusive-conversations/Year Introduced: 2018 Executive Summary Today more than ever, leaders and employees alike must have the skills and competencies to engage in dialogue on historically polarizing and “off-limits” topics. Whether leaders like it or not, employees are talking about and thinking… Read the full article

Union Pacific Railroad – Living Library

Company: Union Pacific RailroadInnovation Title: Living LibraryCompany Website: www.uprr.comYear Introduced: 2023 Executive Summary What makes this program or initiative unique? Union Pacific Living Library: We all have a story to tell. In the summer of 2023, Union Pacific’s Diversity and Inclusion team launched the Living Library. Employees can participate by checking out a “human book”… Read the full article

Activating Imposter Syndrome’s Untapped Allies: How Men Can Help Women Thrive

By Wema Hoover, Former Chief Diversity Officer, Principal & CEO Be Limitless Consulting, LLC Throughout my career, I have benefitted countless times from the wisdom and support of so many caring women mentors. They took the time out of their days to give me advice, advocate for me, “block and tackle” when necessary, and help… Read the full article

Unlocking Success: The Competitive Advantage of Diverse Boards

By Christine Miller In the 2020s, the vast majority of corporations are at least talking the right talk when it comes to the importance of diversity. But we still don’t always see that reflected on corporate boards and in the rooms where the major decisions are made. That’s my take-away from a recent study that… Read the full article

The Power of Evolved Leadership

By Stephen Young Many thanks to Profiles in Diversity Journal for asking for perspectives on my latest book, The Power of Evolved Leadership. At its heart, the book takes a scalpel to many of the dusty cliches and aphorisms that have guided leadership practices for decades. In part, the book suggests redirecting the use of… Read the full article

Representation Matters: Busting the Bamboo Ceiling for Asian Americans

By Alissa Hsu Lynch It’s Time to Address the Asian American Leadership Gap is a thought-provoking perspective on how to break the “bamboo ceiling” in corporate America as an Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI). Hsu Lynch shares her personal experience and concrete advice on how AAPI’s can fight against bias and stereotypes, build relationships with… Read the full article

The 2023 Black Leadership Awards

For more than two decades Profiles in Diversity Journal has showcased and honored individuals who have blazed new trails, led the way, mentored others, advanced diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community, and excelled in their chosen fields. PDJ is proud to recognize Black Leaders with our fourth Black Leadership Awards. The 45… Read the full article