Tag: DEI work

Turning Adversity into Advocacy: How Veronica Calderon Became a DEI Champion

By Lin Grensing-Pophal, Contributing Editor Sep 30, 2024 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: Sep 30, 2024

Veronica Calderon’s journey into diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work is a personal one, deeply rooted in her upbringing and the struggles her family faced as immigrants from Ecuador. Today, as the Chief Inclusion, Belonging, and Equity Officer at DeVry University, Calderon is dedicated to creating inclusive spaces where people from all backgrounds feel empowered […]

Faces of HR: How Connie Ross Fosters Belonging at 84.51°

By Bianca Herron, Editor, HR Daily Advisor Staff Jul 18, 2024 Faces of HR

Updated: Jul 18, 2024

As a seasoned media buyer for more than 16 years, Connie Ross’ passion for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) led her down a path of purpose. A pivotal moment in 2020 ignited a desire to create opportunities for underrepresented voices and ensure everyone has a seat at the table. Her media background may seem […]

DEI Isn’t About Taking Away from Anyone—It’s About More for Everyone

By Tera Ceranic Salinas, Knauss School of Business at the University of San Diego Feb 19, 2024 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: Feb 19, 2024

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs are not new but the vitriol around them seems to be gaining steam in certain circles, with some even calling for DEI to be completely eradicated. Research has shown that DEI, when done well, leads to many positive outcomes for organizations while the lack of it has many undesirable […]