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PUBLISHER S COLUMN
All Things Diversity & Inclusion
FOUNDER/CEO/PUBLISHER James R. Rector
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS James Gorman
DESIGNER Stephen A. Toth
ASSOCIATE EDITOR Teresa Fausey
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Elena Rector
WEBMASTER David Toth
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Profiles in Diversity Journal® is a quarterly magazine dedicated to promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion in the corporate, government, nonprofit, higher education, and military sectors. For more than 23 years, we have helped to stimulate organizational change by showcasing the visionary leadership, innovative programs, and committed individuals that are making it happen.
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As a species, we’ve been on a wild and dangerous ride this year. With emotions running high on all fronts, we can take some solace in knowing that our species will prevail, and life will continue its journey toward the unknown future. Maintaining a positive perspective will yield copious amounts of productive energy, which will ward off any and all challenges facing our humanity. To all of this, I say onward….
PDJ has strengthened its resolve and focus to celebrate those individuals and organizations doing exceptional and innovative work in the areas of diversity, inclusion, and human equity. As a team, we enjoy this work, and in doing it, have met many interesting and dedicated individuals who are achieving hard-won and inspiring results. We applaud organizations for supporting our efforts to offer them our congratulations and a crystal award in recognition of each individual’s performance and achievement.
As we wrap up 2020 and look forward to a new year, we wish to thank all who have participated in our quarterly award issues. We are honored and privileged to share with the world those individuals and organizations leading the way to a more equitable and productive workforce environment for everyone.
See you all in 2021!
Stay healthy and safe!
James R. Rector Publisher & Founder Since 1999
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PUBLISHER’S COLUMN EDITOR’S COLUMN FOUR ESSENTIAL LEVERS CEOS CAN ADOPT TO ACHIEVE RACIAL & GENDER EQUALITY ENTREPRENEURSHIP AS A VEHICLE TO WEALTH, INDEPENDENCE, AND LEGACY 1ST ANNUAL BLACK LEADERS WORTH WATCHING AWARDS 17TH ANNUAL INNOVATIONS IN DIVERSITY AWARDS WHERE ARE THEY NOW? CORPORATE INDEX
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PAGE 14 Black Leaders Worth Watching™ 2020 We are pleased and proud to introduce PDJ’s inaugural class of Black Leaders Worth Watching Award recipients. They are extraordinary individuals who have blazed new trails, mentored the next generation, and advanced the cause of diversity and inclusion. Get to know them and join us in celebrating their achievements.
PAGE 8 Four Essential Levers CEOs Can Adopt to Achieve Racial & Gender Equality Donald Fan of Walmart explains how leaders can initiate, evolve, and maintain racial and gender equality by embracing and committing to these four strategies: Lead Purposefully; Make a Cultural Change; Foster an Ecosystem; and Focus on Mindset and Behavior Change.
PAGE 12 Entrepreneurship as a Vehicle to Wealth, Independence, and Legacy If you think entrepreneurship is for you, Janet and Gary Smith of Ivy Consulting are in your corner. However, there are a few things to figure out before you dive in …. What is your goal? What kind of entrepreneur are you? What is your appetite for risk? Who do you trust to support and advise you? These experts offer valuable tips that will increase your chances for success.
Inclusion Inspires Ingenuity
At AMD, our mission is growing a diverse, inclusive workforce that embraces different perspectives and experiences to foster innovation, challenge the status quo, and drive business performance.
That’s why we foster a culture of diversity and respect — because the future of thought leadership depends on it.
AMD is proud to have these two leaders – Kim Steele and Olatunde Gbolahan – among this year’s award winners.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT AMD.COM © ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. AMD, THE AMD ARROW, AND COMBINATIONS THEREOF ARE TRADEMARKS OF ADVANCED MICRO DEVICES, INC. PID # 20690698-A
