Category: PDJ

Linda M. Nolan – Northern Trust

African-American Heritage Month

NSBE & Johnson Controls Partner to Promote Diversity

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), an organization dedicated to the success of African-American engineering students and professionals, and Johnson Controls…

Keeping Employees from “Going Postal”

Every year, there are headline-grabbing instances of employee homicide at places of employment. In the U.S…

Controlling Bullying is Important to Student Well-Being

In my role as president for Sodexo Education-Schools, I have the privilege of overseeing our work improving student well-being and achievement at close to 500 schools districts nationwide.

How a CEO Can Keep a Positive Work Environment

I was recently asked if I had advice to give for how to prevent an owner or CEO from burning out, and I said, “What?! A CEO can’t burn out!” Our role is too important for that.

Solid Research Supports Diversity in Business

There are many ways to build support for diversity and inclusion initiatives at your workplace. Sometimes, anecdotes or looking at competitor’s diversity programs are the best way to help others understand the experiences of diverse employees.

Accelerating the Advancement of Women

Why is it so important for organizations to accelerate their investment in women? Simply stated: They can’t afford not to.

Mission Partner Helps Apply Diverse Experiences

The term diversity often refers to one’s race, religion, or gender. The Air Force Academy has made great strides over the past decade to ensure that…

Business Case for Diversity

While many of us have made arguments that diversity and inclusion enhance business outcomes, the direct connection has most often been omitted.