The murder of George Floyd galvanized the need for racial reform and equity in the U.S., and boards have been listening. Data from the consulting firm ISS Corporate Solutions reveals that between July 2020 and May 2021, 32% of individuals newly appointed to the corporate boards within the country’s largest…
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Marriott Named on Newsweek’s Most Responsible Companies 2020 List
Marriott International was named on Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies list for 2020 as a top hospitality company. The list is curated based on companies’ commitments to sustainability and charity. See Marriott’s LinkedIn announcement below.
Cuomo Signs Bill that Expands Workplace Harassment and Discrimination Laws
Last month, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo was expected to sign a bill that would amend and strengthen existing workplace harassment and discrimination laws. This week, he delivered. Related Story: New York State Expands Workplace Harassment Laws The legislation, which Cuomo signed into law Aug. 12, has dozens of amendments…
Luke Visconti, Panelists Share Best Practices at Congressional Hearing on Diversity in the Boardroom
DiversityInc Founder and Chairman Luke Visconti, along with five other expert panelists, offered their perspectives and experience during the House Committee on Financial Services hearing, entitled: “Diversity in the Boardroom: Examining Proposals to Increase the Diversity of America’s Boards.” Or, in most cases, the lack of diversity in America’s boardrooms. …