Restaurants’ futures depend on diversity, immigrant hires
As the restaurant industry is largely dependent on immigrant workers, issues around deportation and diversity, and how it will affect… Read More »
Heinz pledges up to $1.2M to Black-owned restaurants
Heinz is teaming with The LEE Initiative and Southern Restaurants for Racial Justice to give up to $20,000 to 60… Read More »
This “magic elixir” can cure a leader’s unhappiness
Leaders who constantly feel tired, discouraged, frustrated or negative should reflect on their feelings and prioritize the “magic elixir” of… Read More »
Why middle management is a 2-way job
Executives have wide business and strategic context but know less about the technical work the higher up they are, whereas… Read More »
Racism is big problem for 81% of older African Americans
AARP’s 2020 Vital Voices Survey found 81% of African Americans age 45 and older believe racism is a major problem,… Read More »
Capital is the biggest hurdle for Black wine entrepreneurs
Professor Monique Bell has been researching Black professionals in the wine industry and said they report encountering racism and confusing… Read More »
How to support POC employees after Derek Chauvin verdict
Employers must recognize that a verdict in Derek Chauvin trial doesn’t end Black employees’ trauma, writes Mandy Price, an advocate… Read More »
New L.A. cafe strives to exemplify community, diversity
Brian Lee and partners have launched Open Market, a cafe and convenience store on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, representing… Read More »
Guinness creates brew to invest in Black community
Guinness Open Gate Brewery has partnered with members of Maryland’s Black community to kick off the million-dollar Guinness Gives Back… Read More »
Wendy’s reports on environmental, diversity priorities
Wendy’s plans to prioritize sustainability efforts and increasing diversity within company leadership, the company stated in its latest Corporate Responsibility… Read More »
Netflix series on Black history’s role in American food
The Netflix docuseries “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America,” based on the book by food historian… Read More »
Minneapolis police face Justice Dept. inquiry
The Justice Department has begun an investigation into whether the Minneapolis Police Department “engages in a pattern or practice of… Read More »
Empathy, resilience are key to post-pandemic leadership
The pandemic has dramatically changed the way many of us work — and those changes aren’t likely to disappear once… Read More »
How to build a network with joy at the center
Rather than worry about what you’re missing, focus on “the joy of meeting others” to make networking about relationships rather… Read More »
Changing simple words can make you more powerful
Switching word choice can boost authority at work and lead to better outcomes. Instead of “you’re welcome” say “I’m happy… Read More »
More action needed in supporting Black-owned businesses
Inclusion strategist Denise Hamilton offers a candid look at the challenges Black-owned businesses have faced, in comparison to their white… Read More »
NOLA restaurant, hospitality industries address racial inequity
Hospitality-focused non-profit Made in New Orleans is launching an initiative that offers restaurant owners an opportunity to address racial disparities… Read More »
Investment to boost firms started by women of color
Venture capital group Fearless Fund, which invests in businesses started by women of color, will receive millions of dollars from… Read More »
Forbes releases 2021 Best Employers for Diversity list
Forbes has released its fourth annual America’s Best Employers For Diversity list, which shows that education and insurance firms like… Read More »
Improve diversity by updating hiring processes
Business owners can often encourage greater diversity during the hiring process by sharing job postings in more places to expand… Read More »
Paycheck Fairness Act passes the House
The US House has passed The Paycheck Fairness Act — a bill aiming to increase workplace protections for female workers… Read More »
Bush urges leaders to be more respectful of immigrants
Former President George W. Bush encouraged Congress to adopt a more respectful tone when debating the plight of the immigrant… Read More »