Silver Diner’s Post

Yesterday I was so pleased to have coordinated Macpherson Kelley's second Southeast Workforce Forum. In 2019, I walked into the Victorian legal sector as a young, Zimbabwean-born, woman of colour, having left Brisbane, battered by domestic violence, but not broken. The fight to be heard left scars, but it also ignited a fire within me – a fire for equality, a future where all humans feel safe and empowered. Yesterday, that fire burned brighter than ever. We tackled critical issues like ESG, ethical AI, and responsible work practices – the building blocks of a stronger, fairer Australia. We weren't just discussing challenges, but as business and industry leaders, we were building solutions together. We heard from Sandra George OAM representing SEBN on behalf of City of Greater Dandenong, Honi Walker from South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance (SEMMA), Sami Mäkeläinen from Institute for the Future, Kelly Dickson, Nicole Brown and Sebastian Renato, with the panel being expertly moderated by Luke Gattuso from Macpherson Kelley. It was a collective commitment to a future where businesses don't just succeed, they thrive based on strong values and ethical decisions. This means taking action – fostering responsible workplaces that effectively meet legal obligations, ethically adopting AI, mitigating safety risks, and addressing modern slavery in supply chain not just because the law requires it, but because good business benefits the common good. Yes, for me, it is personal. Lawyers give advice. Leaders make choices based on our advice. By making values-based recommendations, we can pave the way for a better future. #ValuesDriveProgress #ESG #ResponsibleBusiness #WorkplaceRelations

With the right leaders, everything is possible .

A subject near and dear to me! I hope you can join the excellent Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development workforce strategy consultant team as they address this issue.

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Thanks to USA TODAY for sharing the results of their recent "Top Work Places 2024" Survey - Freeman Company ranks #49 (out of 42,000 companies that were invited to participate) with the results coming solely from EMPLOYEE FEEDBACK based on an employee engagement survey). It's something that I certainly feel, and it is so nice to have Freeman recognized for this. Bravo, Freeman! Bob Priest-Heck, CEO, Freeman Company shares: “Being named a top workplace is a testament to our people at Freeman and their dedication, passion, and collaborative spirit,” said Bob Priest-Heck, CEO. “What’s especially meaningful about this award is that it’s all based on the feedback from our employees. This award honors the values and culture that define us. Together, we’ve built something truly exceptional, and this recognition fuels our continued commitment to our employees, who make us the leader in our industry and a top place to work.” Eric Rubino, CEO, Energage (Workplace platform company) shares: “Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.” #topworkplace #employeesfirst #industryleader

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