blog posts which contain information about diverse & inclusive sourcing and ESG in supply chain
Purchasing locally and supporting small businesses is not a new phenomenon. Many companies have long included small AND diverse-owned businesses in their inclusive sourcing efforts. We see many companies shifting their focus from buying from diverse-owned businesses to buying from…
I’m thrilled to see my local grocery store has Silence Hours for individuals with autism and sensory sensitivities. Two days a week, during certain hours, they create a peaceful environment by dimming lights, turning off music, and reducing announcements. This…
I am thrilled to announce my collaboration with Disability:IN to help raise awareness about the organization’s vital mission and the importance of disability inclusion in Europe. The collaboration with Disability:IN is all about increasing the visibility of disability-owned businesses and…
“Let’s Humanize The Workplace” a podcast hosted by Vivian Acquah. Earlier this week, I had the honor of joining Vivian’s podcast and speaking with Lushentha Naidoo about ‘Harnessing Supplier Diversity to Build Resilient Businesses’. We discussed common misconceptions about supplier…
The recent decision by the U.S. government to terminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs “in the federal workforce, and in federal contracting and spending” has raised significant concerns. The US government argues that DEI initiatives, such as contracts set…
Google has once again demonstrated its commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion by hosting the Verband Frauenunternehmen (VFU) New Year’s event. This year’s VFU theme is “Born to Grow” and the insight into the latest developments in AI at Google…
What we are currently experiencing with regard to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion (DEI) is quite disturbing. I feel I need to highlight why DEI particularly in the supply chain, is still a competitive advantage and not just a box-ticking exercise.…
Despite the current, in some parts difficult, political and economic circumstances, I would like to share some of the positive experiences I have had in 2024. I scrolled through my phone and only then realized how humbled I feel when…
I am excited to share my recent contribution to the whitepaper titled “Inclusive Design: WeAreOpen’s Methodology to Create Open, Inclusive, and Psychologically Safe Workplaces that Welcome All,” authored by We Are Open in Hungary. I had the privilege to meet…
While some companies may be pulling back on their Diversity and Inclusion efforts, the example set by Formula 1 illustrates how critical these initiatives remain. It’s proven that by fostering an inclusive environment, organizations can unlock new levels of creativity…
