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Welcome to the Highfield HR team Lianne!

Still buzzing after winning two Business Culture Awards last month for Business Culture Consultancy of the Year and Best Learning Initiative! We’ve worked hard to inspire lots of happier workplaces this year and we couldn’t be prouder! Here’s to getting excited about what 2024 has to offer. How will you ensure happiness is on your agenda? #happinessatwork #happinessisaseriousbusiness #happyatwork #happinessandsuccess #happinessmatters

Excited to be attending the The Conference Board DEI conference this week, where I'll have the privilege of hearing insights from industry leaders like my KPMG US colleagues, Elena Richards and Keith Hines. They'll share invaluable perspectives on the importance of collaboration between #DEI and #supplierdiversity in today's corporate landscape. In a world where diversity is not just a buzzword but a crucial component of success, Elena and Keith will dig into why fostering a diverse strategy remains paramount. Diversity in our people and with our #suppliers brings multifaceted perspectives that propel organizations forward, from driving #innovation, economic resilience that enhances portfolio of opportunities for our people, citizens and the #community. Moreover, as we navigate an increasingly interconnected global marketplace, embracing diversity isn't just a moral imperative—it's a strategic advantage. Organizations prioritizing DEI through an economic value lens will easily identify the natural synergies that a strong procurement and diverse supplier strategy will afford. Inclusive cultures where every voice is heard and valued fosters employee engagement and retention and drives business #performance. I look forward to gaining valuable insights from Elena and Keith's session and engaging in meaningful discussions in the sessions and afterwards! #KPMGESG #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Leadership #Culture #supplierdiversity #inclusivesustainability

Check out the highlights of the #MVPAwards!

WRMSDC is excited to showcase our exceptional Celebrating Success Awards Honorees and their thought-provoking perspectives on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). These honorees were recently recognized at WRMSDC’s Holiday Celebration & Fun-Raiser in Las Vegas for their remarkable efforts in advancing supplier diversity. We posed the question to these awardees: "What does Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) mean to you, and why do you exert such effort to champion diverse communities and MBEs?" Explore their responses below! 🙌🏿 🌟 Heman Chand, MBA, DBIA Vice President S+B James Construction: “DEI involves creating opportunities for individuals who might not otherwise enjoy the same privileges and advantages as others. I come from a minority background, and my parents' relentless efforts to achieve the American Dream have deeply inspired me. Understanding how I have personally gained from their dedication motivates me to extend the same opportunities and guidance to fellow MBEs.” 🚀 Michelle Picard Director, Business Governance & Risk Management Siemens Mobility: "DEI is a strategic business imperative. Pushing for diversity in teams and projects unlocks new innovations and perspectives, driving efficiency and success. Embrace diversity to access more innovation!" 🎉 Sharla Sullivan, Outreach & Partnerships Manager Webcor: "DEI means acknowledging multiple backgrounds and celebrating differences. I champion diverse communities because systemic issues persist, and making space for marginalized groups is crucial for equitable outcomes and generational wealth building. Let's innovate together!" ✨ Autumn Spicer, Senior Manager, National Diversity Relations MGM Resorts International: "DEI means valuing everyone's differences. As a small business owner, I understand the challenges of starting from the ground up. Supporting MBEs is about making a positive impact, standing together, and creating opportunities for all to thrive. We're stronger when we support each other!" 💫 Jennifer A. Aquino, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.: "DEI is about true representation and creating spaces for others. As a servant leader, I work tirelessly to remove barriers for underrepresented communities. We can only build success and generational wealth through community and collective advocacy. Let's work together for positive change!" 🌍 Christine Maddela, Managing Partner/Owner Storyville RD: "Our lived experiences matter as much as our resumes. I champion diverse communities to celebrate everyone's unique story. Embracing our shared humanity, including triumphs, mistakes, and successes, creates a more inclusive and connected world." Join us in applauding these remarkable individuals for their dedication to DEI and their tireless efforts in championing diverse communities and MBEs! 👏🏾💫 💡 Explore the inspiring stories of our honorees here: https://lnkd.in/gxqNkQXY #WRMSDC #DEIChampions

How do you celebrate in-house? When it’s a construction job well done, how do you celebrate? Do you treat the team to a reward? Have an ‘employee of the month’ award? There’s nothing wrong with being proud of your track record. Just remember who got you there, including the office staff behind the scenes - don’t forget to treat them too! It helps to create a positive atmosphere around the office and makes everyone feel appreciated, which can lead to a boost in their performance. Before long, you’ll be celebrating another job well done. How do you celebrate another successful project? #scaffoldingcompanymanchester #scaffoldingcompanynorthwest #connollyscaffolding #ItHasToBeNASC

📣 2023 Strategic PA Network Awards 📣 🏆 Have you voted for the Diversity & Inclusion Champion of the Year Award yet? 🏆 This could be an award for an individual or a team. We would like to recognise someone who has initiated or lead programmes to remove barriers within the workplace, improve the working experience and engagement levels of employees and create an environment where individuals feel a sense of belonging, can be their authentic selves and feel that they have a voice within their organisation. Supporting and championing positive initiatives will be at the heart of this award.  The ‘Diversity & Inclusion’ Award winner will demonstrate the initiatives they’ve been involved with, the positive impact it has made and perhaps they have gone above and beyond their ‘job description’ to be involved in such a programme. 🚀 Head to our website for voting and further award criteria. ➡️ The theme for our awards this year is: "Paving the Way: An Evening of Learning, Development, Connecting and Empowerment" 🥇 Our awards ceremony is taking place on the evening of Thursday, October 19th 2023 at Hilton Reading in Berkshire. ✨ Do start nominating and save the date in your diary! Final date for nominations is Friday, August 18th 2023. 📣 Our hashtag for this year is #StrategicPAAwards - do follow and join in! ⬇️ For more information see below in the comments. If you have any questions, do get in touch with Marianne Whitlock, Sarah Howson or Daisy Spragg. ⬇️ #ExecutiveAsisstant #PersonalAssistant #VirtualAssistant #OfficeManager #BusinessSupport #ChiefOfStaff #StrategicPA #StrategicEA #EA #PA #VA #COS #HR #CEO #LeadershipDevelopment

At Gholston Consulting Group, we understand that people are the heart and soul of any organization. 💼 Tiffany Gholston, SHRM-SCP, our Founder and CEO, shares her invaluable insight from her experience at GSK: "I was placed in one of their business units within the human resources department at GSK. I've always loved business. I always knew I wanted to work in corporate America. And working in that group, I saw how you can use talent and people and how they truly build that foundation whether a company is going to be successful or unsuccessful; based on what type of people and what type of performance you are going to get from them within that organization." 🚀 Talent and performance are the cornerstones of success in the corporate world. 💡 At GCG, we specialize in unlocking the full potential of your workforce to drive your company towards unparalleled success. #HumanResources #TalentManagement #CorporateSuccess #GholstonConsultingGroup #BusinessExcellence #PeoplePower #CEOInsight #PerformanceManagement #CorporateAmerica #SuccessSecrets #TeamBuilding #WorkforceOptimization #HRMastery #BusinessStrategy #GSKExperience #LeadershipDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement

Dancing as if no one is watching … This powerful image of belonging has always served as my guiding star, both in leadership roles and as a member of diverse management teams. It encapsulates the essence of how every individual within an organisation should feel – safe, authentic, empowered to express themselves. However, as we’ve seen with ISS A/S’s recent Belonging in the Workplace survey, too many workers today, regardless of age, job functions or sectors, feel unable to speak freely or are treated unfairly in the workplace. This has a direct effect on personal well-being, productivity, and employee turnover. What you permit, you promote. So as leaders, it’s our key responsibility to denounce toxic behaviors and nurture an inclusive environment and workplace culture that cultivates mutual respect, bolsters unity, and instills a profound sense of belonging. We do this by truly listening to our people. For instance, at ISS, we have established Employee Resource Groups within all our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging focus areas. Another example is our Employee Listening Strategy, implemented with the purpose of regularly securing feedback from our people to the management. As a leader, of course you must walk the talk yourself. Be a role model. Allow individuals to be curious, ask questions and make mistakes. Help them to grow. And allow them to be part of something bigger. Allow them to belong. Thanks so much for the conversation, Anders Mørkbak Bruun and your interest in this important topic. #Workplacebelonging #diversityandinclusion #Aplacetobeyou