Building the Female Leaders of Tomorrow at General Motors

Mon, 08/26/2019 - 13:00

At General Motors, diversity is crucial to our success. We believe that diversity in all its dimensions — including of thought and experience — creates a stronger workforce and promotes fresh, innovative thinking. #WomensEqualityDay

Governor Northam Announces Major Donation from Smithfield Foods to Support Programs for Homeless Veterans

Fri, 08/23/2019 - 15:00

Governor Ralph Northam today announced that The Smithfield Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Smithfield Foods, Inc., has donated $150,000 to support state programs for homeless veterans and their families.

Fun, Festive and Fierce: Our First Drag Queen Brunch in Chicago

Thu, 06/20/2019 - 10:00

It was our first-ever MileagePlus Exclusives Drag Queen Brunch in Chicago. To attend the event, participants donated their miles to The Trevor Project, a nonprofit that provides intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth.

Transform. Influence. Lead. Hispanic Action Network (HAN) Aligned at the UnidosUS Annual Conference

Thu, 08/22/2019 - 10:30

FedEx Hispanic Action Network (HAN) leadership recently attended the UnidosUS Annual Conference held in San Diego, CA, August 3 - 6. More than 3,000 visitors were on hand for the Conference and thousands more at the National Latino Family Expo.

Prioritizing Human Connection In Business: My Never Stand Still Conversation with Kaiser Permanente CEO Bernard J. Tyson

Wed, 08/21/2019 - 17:00

Kaiser Permanente Chairman and CEO Bernard J. Tyson has a long history with the company—34 years to be exact. He has had a spectacular career at Kaiser, beginning as an intern and serving in roles from hospital administrator and division president...

United Airlines Named to Indeed.com's List of Top 50 Workplaces

Thu, 08/01/2019 - 10:00

United Airlines was recently recognized by the popular job search site indeed.com as a Top 50 Workplace for 2019, placing United among the best and most innovative Fortune 500 companies when it comes to corporate culture and employee engagement.

Three Practical Reasons to Build More Inclusive IT Organizations

Wed, 10/16/2019 - 13:15

Diversity and inclusion—how diversity is embraced and leveraged—are just as good for IT as it is for businesses and employees.

Duke Energy Invests Over $3.6 Million to Build Diverse Workforce of the Future

Tue, 08/20/2019 - 14:55

Duke Energy announced today it is awarding over $3.6 million in grants to support 54 innovative workforce development programs across the communities served by the company.

Adults With Autism Finding Jobs in Houston

"I think we all wake up in the morning and want to have a purpose," said Stacy Anderson, Transition Director.

Back to School Month: School Supplies, Health and Hunger, and Safety

Mon, 08/19/2019 - 17:50

As summer draws to a close, students of all ages - from preschool to college - and their teachers are heading back as a new school year begins.