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 »
When managers help employees, everyone benefits
Leading by example can improve employee performance, writes Adi Gaskell, who cites research that found retail stores performed better when… Read More »
Leadership communication must match the situation
Leaders need to know that communication isn’t one-size-fits-all, and they need to understand how their methods of communication and the… Read More »
Passion can be overwhelming if it’s excessive
Leaders need passion, but too much of this can make them resistant to change and overwhelm or intimidate people around… Read More »
Report: How tech companies can improve diversity
A report from career website Dice, which surveyed more than 9,000 technologists, finds that more than half of women working… Read More »
Making DE&I a priority in 2021
Last summer’s protests against the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and other Black Americans highlighted racial and… Read More »
Shake Shack blends inclusion into workplace, principles
Shake Shack President and Chief Financial Officer Tara Comonte talks in this interview about how the burger chain emphasizes diversity… Read More »
McDonald’s fights discrimination with new global mandates
McDonald’s has issued new standards to combat discrimination and harassment at both its company-owned restaurants and franchises that encompass retaliation,… Read More »
Creative questions can help team members connect
Team meetings can have a better sense of connection by having more gregarious people offer prompts such as “What’s your… Read More »
How do you feel about the state of diversity in the industry?
Do you work in food and hospitality? Want to contribute to a report that will identify action steps for the… Read More »
Urban farmer aims to nix barriers to healthy food access
St. Louis resident Eugenia Alexander, who was inspired to grow her own produce during the pandemic, is now focusing her… Read More »
CEOs: Existing talent can strengthen diversity
Improve talent diversity by teaching existing diverse employees skills they need to move into jobs commonly held by white or… Read More »
Chipotle to pay for employees to earn degrees
Chipotle Mexican Grill has expanded its employee education benefit with a plan to pay 100% of costs for staffers pursuing… Read More »
Culture can’t be selected from a template
Corporate cultures are unique and ever-changing, and thus should be treated “as a living system” that requires constant care and… Read More »
Ore. wineries unite to bring boost diversity in the industry
Oregon wineries like McCollum Heritage 91 and Chosen Family Wines have come together in the One Barrel Challenge, an initiative… Read More »