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Key Moments from the 12th Annual International Women's Day Forum: Business Powering Gender Equity

March 31, 2022

Check out conversations from thought leaders and executives on female leadership and activism, along with discussions on everyday issues that many women face, such as navigating work while seeking eldercare and childcare support, as well as experiencing full inclusion and equity in the workplace.

Corporate Citizenship

How Companies Can Help Women of Color Thrive in the Workplace

March 25, 2022

Mentorship and sponsorships offer critical support Black women and underrepresented individuals. Vanessa Okwuraiwe, principal at Edward Jones, outlines how companies can help build this critical network and foster an inclusive environment for all.

Vanessa Okwuraiwe

A Cornerstone in Collaboration: How a Business Leads Fellowship Cultivates Community Growth

March 24, 2022

Alex Breault, the director of talent initiatives at Greater Naples Chamber, shares how the program allowed her to deepen her knowledge, connect with others, and grow in her field.

Community Improvement

K-12 Education

Keeping Women in the Workforce Requires Courage and Agility

March 22, 2022

Woman shaking hands with coworker in business meeting

Carol Juel, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology and Operating Officer of Synchrony, outlines tangible solutions for businesses trying to stop the exodus of women leaving the workplace.

Carol Juel

Stationary Bikes That Foster Community: A Look at Harlem Cycle

March 21, 2022

Harlem Cycle, a boutique indoor cycling studio based in New York City, was founded on the belief that everyone should have equal access to wellness. This past year, the spin studio was awarded a $5,000 grant by the Coalition to Back Black Businesses (CBBB) to support this growing community of riders.

Corporate Citizenship

Economic Empowerment

Health and Wellness

Explore the Benefits of Life-Long Learning with Bendable

March 8, 2022

Bendable is an online learning marketplace offered through local public libraries that provides in-demand courses to help guide students to the career path they want.

Rick Wartzman

Economic Empowerment

3 Things to Know About Endemic COVID

Emerging Issues

March 2, 2022

Everyone has their favorite number. According to Google, Bill Gates’ favorite number is five. Mine is nine. This past week’s Foundation program, The Role of Employers: Endemic COVID, is three.

Alee Chios

Emerging Issues

Childcare Providers—Especially Women of Color—Need Our Support. Here's How We Can Help.

Early Childhood Education

March 1, 2022

Preschool Teacher Playing with Block with Kids

Last week, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and The Education Trust released the report "Equity in Childcare is Everyone's Business," which examines the importance of addressing the negative impacts of sexism and racism on the childcare industry and proposes ways in which state and local chambers, in partnership with child care providers, can address those issues while supporting children and families.

Cheryl Oldham

Education

Addressing the Worker Shortage Requires Urgent Solutions

Talent Pipeline Management

February 18, 2022

On Feb. 15, the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education Labor and Pensions invited four witnesses to share the successes and challenges for bridging the gap between skilled workers and in-demand jobs.