DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) News

MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pennsylvania American Water announced its charitable giving for 2024. Last year, the company provided more than $1.4 million through grants, general charitable contributions and programming support to 325 organizations across Pennsylvania. When combined with the $669,000 provided by the American Water Charitable Foundation, the total amount of support increases to more than $2.1 million. “At Pennsylvania American Water, our work extends beyond providing safe...

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As Canadian pride surges to new heights, it’s important to remember that the story of Canada is also the story of immigrants coming to this land. Immigrants come for freedom, opportunity and success — and the contributions they have made to building this country are undeniable. For the 17th year, Canadian Immigrant, with the support of presenting sponsor Western Union, is pleased to open the voting phase of the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards of 2025. The Top 25 Canad...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global professional services firm Huron (NASDAQ: HURN) will announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, after the market closes on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. C. Mark Hussey, chief executive officer and president, and John D. Kelly, chief financial officer, will host a conference call to discuss the company’s financial results on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (4:00 p.m. Central Time). The conference call is being webcast...

OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With the Canadian bio-economy facing a critical talent shortage, a new resource library has been launched to help employers address their workforce needs. Developed by BioTalent Canada, this comprehensive collection of resources empowers organizations to attract, hire and retain diverse talent—strengthening their workforce and driving innovation. A key component of this initiative focuses on access, community and belonging — or Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and...

OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the sixth consecutive year, BioTalent Canada has earned the distinction of being certified as a Great Place to Work®, reinforcing its commitment to building a thriving, diverse, and resilient workforce in Canada’s bio-economy. "To be recognized again as one of Canada’s premier workplaces is a tremendous honour," says Rob Henderson, President and CEO of BioTalent Canada. "Our team continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to fostering talent and supp...

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Alterra Mountain Company released its third annual Forward Stance Impact Report, championing its ongoing commitment to Social Responsibility. Organizing around four key pillars – People, Planet, Community, and Responsibility – the Forward Stance platform is designed to support the company’s employees, communities, and partners across its portfolio of North American mountain destinations. “Since Alterra Mountain Company was formed seven years ago, we’ve embraced i...

ERBIL, Iraq--(BUSINESS WIRE)--International startup incubator, Five One Labs, is continuing its support of talented, diverse entrepreneurs through their two-day capacity building workshop in partnership with the International Organization for Migration. This workshop, hosted in Sulaimani, Iraq on January 31, provided Iraqi female entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools necessary to incorporate climate resilience, peacebuilding, and environmentally friendly practices in their businesses. Prio...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global professional services firm Huron (NASDAQ: HURN) today announced that is has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work® in the United States, Canada, India, Singapore, and the United Kingdom for the first time. This certification highlights the firm’s commitment to creating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace that values its employees’ well-being, professional development, and overall work satisfaction. This year, 90% of the firm’s global workforce...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leapsome, the AI-powered people platform for HR excellence, today launches its 2025 HR Insights Report, developed in partnership with leading research agency Opinium. Based on a survey of 1,000 HR decision-makers across the US, UK, Germany, and the Netherlands, the report spotlights the growing pressure on People teams to juggle top-down mandates, widening cultural divides, and the rapid rise of AI — all while being tasked with driving productivity and influencing key...

DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., has published its 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report to present its Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) commitments and related initiatives. “As we continue working toward our mission to be the most guest-centric automotive retailer, our ESG initiatives are strengthened by the dedicated team members who make up our company. Through their ha...