Category: PDJ

By Michael Stuber In some respects, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion appear to be universally applicable and in other regards, we know the need for localisation. In Europe, DEI has its own distinct dynamics while we also see similar issues as in the USA. A good moment for learning and leverage. What is Europe for you… Read the full article

By Samina Bari More than four years ago, I set out to join a corporate board. It was the logical next step in my 30-plus-year career as a healthcare executive and advisor to leading biotech companies, their boards, and their CEOs. I’ve attended and participated in many board meetings throughout my tenure as a company… Read the full article

By Robert Meyer The Equal Pay Act of 1963, 29 U.S.C. § 206(d) (“EPA”) requires men and women to receive equal pay for equal work. In order to assert a claim under the EPA, an employee must show that she was paid less than a male comparator working, in this case a male working in… Read the full article

By Stephanie Childs When I think about our purpose at Diageo, two words come to mind: celebration and culture. We have the privilege of being part of memorable moments in people’s lives. With that privilege, it’s essential that they see themselves — and their communities — reflected in our products, our business and our work.… Read the full article

By Shweta Maniar I’ve been fortunate to have a global role that allows me to travel internationally for work. Over the years, this has not only provided me with an opportunity to gather souvenirs but also invaluable business insights. What I’ve learned is that each country has a unique approach to conducting business. Just as… Read the full article

By Austin Wolcott As I was recently researching a breaking news topic in the pharmaceutical world, I had a tangential thought. I identify as a gay man, and I was understanding the unwritten but clear implications that this event would have for the LGBTQ+ community – particularly those with lower income – but I began… Read the full article

By Mohan Sivaloganathan Keep the personal and the business separate. It’s time to retire this antiquated script for achieving success, because today’s workforce of Gen Z and Millennial leaders are designing a better and healthier approach before our eyes. I vividly remember a moment that taught me how making the work personal is imperative to… Read the full article

By Robert A. Robertson with Dechert LLP I am a partner in the financial services group at Dechert and chair of the firm’s Black Professionals Alliance (BPA), Dechert’s Black affinity group. The BPA includes the firm’s Black attorneys and, as of last year, also our Black business services professionals. The BPA focuses on mentoring, nurturing… Read the full article

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

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