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.…
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…
After reading the recently released LGBTQ+ Businesses Count Report, I am impressed by the statistics and insights on LGBTQ+ businesses in the UK. This report, a collaboration between OutBritain and the Open Political Economy Network (OPEN), reveals that there are…
Heineken recently hosted a groundbreaking supplier diversity event, bringing together ethnic minority businesses (EMBs), procurement leaders, and corporate representatives from across Europe and the US in Amsterdam. This event marked a significant step forward in promoting diversity and inclusion within…
Last week, I attended the first Swiss Disability Confidence Day in Zurich. The day aimed to promote inclusivity and awareness regarding disability in the workplace. The event was happening at Google’s Accessibility Discovery Center (ADC) in Zurich, a community space…
The synergy between Supplier Diversity & Inclsuion (SD&I) and ESG compliance is crucial for modern businesses aiming to navigate regulatory landscapes while promoting social equity and sustainability. By integrating SD&I elements into a company’s supply chain strategies, companies can enhance…
Diverse entrepreneurs are leading the way in creating businesses that focus on social and environmental impact alongside financial success. This trend is part of a broader shift towards stakeholder capitalism, where companies consider the needs of all stakeholders, not just…
I don’t normally write posts about Diversity, Equality & Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, but discussions over the last few months have made me feel I should address this important topic. Despite recent controversies involving major corporations pulling back on…
In September, BAYER invited to the closing event of their ELEVATE program. ELEVATE stands for a training and mentoring program sponsored by BAYER in collaboration with WEConnect International for women-owned businesses from Germany and Switzerland. It started earlier this year…
Thank you to procure.ch and Elisabeth Frey for the invitation and organization of the Procure Swiss Summit in Sursee, Switzerland, on September 17th, 2024. To have had the opportunity to present Diversity & Inclusion in the Supply Chain at the…
