Marks 39th Anniversary with New Legal Name, Podcast, and Instagram Presence MORRISVILLE, N.C., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — IEM, the largest woman- and minority-owned firm of its kind, is thrilled to celebrate our 39th anniversary with a series of exciting announcements. As we embark on a…
Month: February 2024
HAMPTON, Va., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A newly updated tool by the Patient Advocate Foundation is here just in time for American Heart Month to help the average patient with heart disease navigate today’s complex health care system. The tool, called “Matters of the Heart,” supplies…
STOCKHOLM, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hygiene and health company Essity has, for the third consecutive year, been included in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook. In the review of more than 9,400 companies worldwide, Essity is part of the top 10% to be selected for this year’s Yearbook….
STOCKHOLM, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hygiene and health company Essity has, for the third consecutive year, been included in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook. In the review of more than 9,400 companies worldwide, Essity is part of the top 10% to be selected for this year’s Yearbook….
Southern Company has published its latest Moving to Equity report, showing notable achievements and impactful initiatives regarding the company’s strategy to foster a more inclusive and equitable culture. Building upon years of dedicated work, Southern Company’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion continues to drive meaningful actions and create positive change.
Southern Company launched its Moving to Equity framework in 2020, focusing on key areas of talent, workplace environment, community investment and social justice, civic engagement and supplier inclusion. The 2023 report highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to these pillars, detailing progress, achievements and the roadmap for the future.
Key takeaways from the 2023 report include:
Increased representation for people of color in the workforce and for people of color and women in management roles.Women and people of color make up a majority of participants in the company’s leadership development programs.Spending with diverse suppliers reached 29.1% of total spending, up from 28.5% in 2022 and closing in on the company’s goal of 30% by 2025.In 2023, $2.5 billion of contract expenditures went to diverse suppliers, welcoming 57 new partners.Committed $201 million since 2020 to community initiatives, prioritizing education equity, criminal justice equity, economic empowerment and energy empowerment.Launched a refresh of Southern Company’s core values, emphasizing how an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities and shareholders.
“Our commitment to equity and intentional inclusion is stronger than ever. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made, and this report reflects our ongoing dedication to creating workplaces and communities where people feel welcomed and valued,” said Southern Company chairman, president and CEO Chris Womack. “Our goal remains creating sustainable change and equitable opportunities for all. While we’ve made great strides, our journey continues.”
John Lamb, a US veteran living in Montana, is the first patient in the United States to be prescribed Carbonhand to assist with daily activities. Carbonhand is available to all US veterans through a network of sales agents covering over 80% of VA Medical Centers across the US. This first…
KINGSPORT, Tenn., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Luttrell Staffing Group announced today that they have again won the Best of Staffing Client, Employee, and Talent Awards for providing an exceptional experience for all three constituencies surveyed: clients, talent, and employees….
Nation’s Leading Pet Services Franchise Introduces an Exclusive Collection of Products to Ensure Canine Health and Wellness PHOENIX, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dogtopia, the leading dog wellness franchise, has announced the launch of its comprehensive Dogtopia Spa product line, now…
New NCCN Guidelines for Neuroblastoma address the importance and impact of risk stratification for treating one of the more common types of pediatric solid tumors; includes vanguard treatment recommendations involving multimodality treatment for high-risk disease. PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa.,…
—The Taylor Swift Effect, Increased Female Viewership, Primetime Spanish Broadcasts Among Key Factors Cited In New Report— NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 2023 season broke records for the NFL as long-time fans and new audiences huddled together to enjoy the communal experience…