Q3 Employee Resource Group Update

by Mikey Meagher | Oct 18, 2023 | Diversity & Inclusion, Networking and Education

In the past three months, DirectEmployers’ Employee Resource Group (ERG) has continued to thrive while breaking new ground, and pushing the boundaries of what we can achieve together. We’ve experienced remarkable growth in participation, contributed to our...

Celebrating 6 Months of Employee Resource Group Highlights: Empowering Diversity & Inclusion

by Mikey Meagher | Jul 6, 2023 | Diversity & Inclusion

Over the past six months, our Employee Resource Group (ERG) has been on an incredible journey, fostering a culture of inclusivity and engagement within our company. With a remarkable 50% or more participation in each meeting, we have become a thriving community that...

Four Steps to Break the Bamboo Ceiling in the Workplace

by Kacie Koons | May 24, 2023 | Diversity & Inclusion, Networking and Education

You’ve likely heard of the glass ceiling, which refers to employment barriers facing women, but are you familiar with the bamboo ceiling? As you can probably guess, this term applies to the obstacles that Asian Americans encounter in the corporate world. While it may...

OFCCP Week in Review, Special Edition | DEAMcon23 Day Two Recap

by DE Compliance News | May 4, 2023 | Networking and Education, Week In Review (WIR)

This is Part 2 of a 3-part series reporting on the 50 speakers delivering 27 different educational presentations at the DirectEmployers (DE) three-day Annual Meeting (DEAMcon23) of DE Members, Recruit Rooster customers, and attendees from the public. Bios on the...

DE Talk Unplugged | The Value of ERGs: Building a Trustworthy Environment for ID&E Conversations

by Kacie Koons | Apr 19, 2023 | Diversity & Inclusion, Networking and Education

April marks a number of important celebrations and recognition days, including Arab American Heritage Month, and Ramadan, one of the holiest months on the Islamic calendar. In recognition, we sat down with Raheef Alturkmani, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist for...

DE Talk Unplugged | Lived Experiences of an LGBTQ Employee in the Workplace

by Kacie Koons | Mar 24, 2022 | Networking and Education

Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts have become a priority for employers in today’s evolving workforce but the terms are often associated with a much narrower focus than they should be. While race is often at the forefront of these programs, other groups can be...

The New Reality of Diversity & Inclusion…or is it Inclusion & Diversity?

by Kacie Koons | Jun 24, 2020 | Networking and Education

For over a century, employers have had the duty of ensuring diverse individuals are incorporated within their workplaces, and the task remains just as crucial today. Whether you have a dedicated individual in charge of this effort or an official program run throughout...

DEAM18 Agenda: Diversity at its Finest

by Jaime Costilow | Mar 15, 2018 | Networking and Education, OFCCP Compliance, Partners, Recruitment Marketing

There are so many elements that come into play when hosting a conference, but none more important than the programming and content. Having great sessions and dynamic speakers presenting that material is the cornerstone of any conference and can boost attendance more...