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Diversity and Inclusion

17 professional organizations for Black IT pros
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17 professional organizations for Black IT pros

Black technologists have long been grossly underrepresented in IT. These organizations aim to help close the diversity gap in tech by empowering Black tech professionals at every level.
By Sarah K. WhiteFeb, 1 2023
Hispanic IT leaders work to close the gap
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Hispanic IT leaders work to close the gap

Hispanic and Latinx representation in IT remains low, but thanks to the efforts of Hispanic and Latinx professionals and their forward-thinking employers, the future looks brighter.
By Sarah K. WhiteJan, 27 2023
DEI that works: 5 companies reaping the benefits of IT diversity strategies
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DEI that works: 5 companies reaping the benefits of IT diversity strategies

Establishing a successful DEI strategy can be challenging. Here’s how five companies are fostering inclusion, diversifying talent pipelines, and bridging opportunity and skill gaps.
By Sarah K. WhiteJan, 23 2023
Diversity and inclusion: 7 best practices for changing your culture
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Diversity and inclusion: 7 best practices for changing your culture

A team that’s diverse and inclusive leads to better outcomes in all areas of business: from recruitment and retention to product development. Here’s how to tune your D&I efforts so they work.
By Christina WoodJan, 13 2023
3 nonprofits committed to empowering women in tech
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3 nonprofits committed to empowering women in tech

IT has a long way to go on gender diversity. But several nonprofits are stepping up to help inspire, train, and empower women to pursue meaningful careers in IT.
By Sarah K. WhiteJan, 12 2023
University of Ottawa’s Martin Bernier on continuous learning
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University of Ottawa’s Martin Bernier on continuous learning

CIO.com’s Lee Rennick chats with University of Ottawa CIO Martin Bernier about how building diverse and equitable teams, and cultivating allyships to support diversity in technology are key to continuous learning.
By CIO staffJan, 11 2023
Top 9 challenges IT leaders will face in 2023
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Top 9 challenges IT leaders will face in 2023

Economy uncertainty, new forces in an already tight talent market, and rising technology costs top the list of tough, ongoing issues CIOs must navigate this year.
By Paul HeltzelJan, 9 2023
4 nonprofits fostering diversity and career advancement in IT
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4 nonprofits fostering diversity and career advancement in IT

Nonprofit orgs dedicated to diversifying the IT talent pipeline, changing the landscape of tech leadership, and empowering underrepresented tech workers are helping reshape the IT workforce.
By Sarah K. WhiteDec, 22 2022
How Trainline’s CTO stays on track with professional development
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How Trainline’s CTO stays on track with professional development

One year into life after Google, Trainline CTO Milena Nikolic is building a platform for growth through multi-disciplinary teams, professional development, microservices and infrastructure-as-code.
By Doug DrinkwaterNov, 3 2022
What is ESG? Environmental, social, and governance commitment explained
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What is ESG? Environmental, social, and governance commitment explained

Building a strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) score can determine the overall success of the business and attract socially responsible investors.
By Sarah K. WhiteOct, 20 2022
Rebooting expectations to connect and lead in more meaningful ways
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Rebooting expectations to connect and lead in more meaningful ways

Bob Johansen, distinguished fellow at the Institute for the Future, the California–based non-profit think tank steeped in futures studies, speaks about spectrums of thinking and the importance for IT leaders to think future back.
By CIO staffSep, 21 2022
NPower cultivates IT careers to uplift underserved communities
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NPower cultivates IT careers to uplift underserved communities

The IT-focused nonprofit offers several professional development programs to help young adults, veterans, and military members and their spouses start and grow a career in IT.
By Sarah K. WhiteAug, 25 2022
IT leaders uplift women to fill tech talent gaps
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IT leaders uplift women to fill tech talent gaps

As the IT talent gap looms large, companies need to think outside the box to recruit and retain a strong female bench for key areas such as cybersecurity and software engineering.
By Beth StackpoleJul, 20 2022
D&I programs help AllianceBernstein stand out for tech talent
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D&I programs help AllianceBernstein stand out for tech talent

AllianceBernstein has become a top-ranked employer for tech workers in the finance industry thanks to a range of initiatives aimed at recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.
By Sarah K. WhiteJun, 28 2022
Jean Holley: 3 rookie mistakes CIOs make when seeking a board seat
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Jean Holley: 3 rookie mistakes CIOs make when seeking a board seat

CIO-turned-board director Jean Holley shares her advice on avoiding some common mistakes first-timers often make when pursuing a public board seat.
By Maryfran JohnsonJun, 3 2022
4 female tech founders in the Netherlands share their tips for success
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4 female tech founders in the Netherlands share their tips for success

From integrating emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain to staying laser-focused on the user, these female entrepreneurs offer valuable advice for staying ahead of the curve.
By Melanie ButcherMay, 24 2022
WiSTEM bridges the gap between young women and STEM careers
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WiSTEM bridges the gap between young women and STEM careers

Woman remain underrepresented — and often feel isolated — in STEM careers. That’s why Women in STEM is connecting high school girls with adult mentors with an aim of empowering them to pursue careers in tech.
By Sarah K. WhiteApr, 29 2022
Ada Developers Academy: A no-cost career program that aims to diversify IT
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Ada Developers Academy: A no-cost career program that aims to diversify IT

Ada Developers Academy offers a unique, free program to help women and gender-expansive adults launch careers in software development, offering support every step of the way.
By Sarah K. WhiteApr, 19 2022
DevColor’s cohort approach to uplifting Black IT careers
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DevColor’s cohort approach to uplifting Black IT careers

DevColor's A* program brings together Black technologists into peer-led mentoring squads aimed at providing career advice and community for those who often feel isolated at work.
By Sarah K. WhiteApr, 8 2022
HP gets intentional about contracting with Black IT providers
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HP gets intentional about contracting with Black IT providers

CIO Ron Guerrier is working to diversify IT’s suppliers and boost the benefits they get from working with HP to build a more representative technology workforce.
By Mary PrattMar, 28 2022
19 organizations advancing women in tech
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19 organizations advancing women in tech

Women remain underrepresented in the tech industry. These 19 groups are working to support women and close the diversity gap in tech.
By Sarah K. WhiteMar, 22 2022
Black CIO hopefuls look to level up
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Black CIO hopefuls look to level up

Today’s rising tech executives reflect a growing diversity in IT even as the profession has a ways to go in reflecting society.
By Mary PrattMar, 15 2022
My company doubled in size in 2021. Here’s what I learned about diversity in hiring.
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My company doubled in size in 2021. Here’s what I learned about diversity in hiring.

A critical need to hire more software engineers was an opportunity to increase the diversity of our teams. But the pool of applicants showed the depth of the challenge.
By Jeremy DuvallMar, 14 2022
LinkedIn and Year Up partner for a more diverse IT future
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LinkedIn and Year Up partner for a more diverse IT future

LinkedIn is encouraging its employees to make a difference through a partnership aimed at priming the careers of young adults from communities underrepresented in IT.
By Sarah K. WhiteMar, 14 2022
South African female founders of colour confront career, funding challenges
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South African female founders of colour confront career, funding challenges

South Africa's female founders of colour forge paths to success in technology despite a business climate that tends to dismiss women's credentials and IT knowledge.
By Joanne CarewMar, 7 2022
6 ways to ensure equitable experiences in tech
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6 ways to ensure equitable experiences in tech

IT needs women more than ever. Here are six actions CIOs can take to foster an inclusive culture that attracts and retains women.
By Diana BersohnMar, 7 2022
HP Global CIO Ron Guerrier leads the charge for IT diversity
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HP Global CIO Ron Guerrier leads the charge for IT diversity

The son of Haitian immigrants, Guerrier has addressed barriers as learning opportunities in his rise to IT leadership and is now giving back with DEI programs and policies aimed at helping marginalized IT professionals thrive.
By Mary PrattFeb, 24 2022
5 revealing statistics about career challenges Black IT pros face
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5 revealing statistics about career challenges Black IT pros face

Opportunity and advancement in IT are anything but equal. Survey data sheds light on the roadblocks Black IT pros experience in trying to get ahead.
By Sarah K. WhiteFeb, 18 2022
Making a difference: IT leaders uplift their communities
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Making a difference: IT leaders uplift their communities

Volunteer work can help lend new purpose and breathe new life into your IT career, say senior tech leaders who have offered their skills for meaningful community tech and STEM projects.
By Stacy CollettFeb, 2 2022
AAMC proves the power of a formal DEI strategy
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AAMC proves the power of a formal DEI strategy

The American Association of Medical Colleges has taken a strategic approach to fostering an inclusive workplace culture, earning it a spot on IDG’s Best Places to Work in IT.
By Sarah K. WhiteDec, 27 2021
5 questions with Johnson & Johnson’s Jim Swanson
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5 questions with Johnson & Johnson’s Jim Swanson

Learn how this top CIO is leveraging a platform operating model and focusing on building a diverse, tech-centric culture to accelerate the digital health ecosystem.
By Dan RobertsOct, 14 2021
How Johnson Controls is going ‘digital to the core’
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How Johnson Controls is going ‘digital to the core’

As the multinational conglomerate transforms to bring cutting-edge digital products and services to customers, CIO Diane Schwarz ensures that it is digital on the inside as well.
By Martha HellerSep, 22 2021
AI in hiring might do more harm than good
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AI in hiring might do more harm than good

AI hiring tools claim to reduce bias in hiring by incorporating machine-based decisions, but at least in its early stages, AI hiring strategies have the potential to hurt DEI in your organization.
By Sarah K. WhiteSep, 17 2021
D&I: A key factor in increasing project ROI
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D&I: A key factor in increasing project ROI

Finding ways to generate a higher return on investment for projects is a key issue, especially coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Increasing diversity in project teams may be an answer.
By Moira AlexanderSep, 16 2021
Hispanic IT leaders pioneer new paths to the top
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Hispanic IT leaders pioneer new paths to the top

Despite increased focus on diversity in todayu2019s IT, Hispanics are still grappling with how to stand out, yet blend in, in what remains a white male-dominated IT culture.
By Beth StackpoleSep, 15 2021
5 ways diversity and inclusion help teams perform better
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5 ways diversity and inclusion help teams perform better

Diversity and inclusion provide organizations with many benefits, including better access to talent and higher levels of engagement and trust.
By Moira AlexanderSep, 3 2021
Back to business, but not back to normal
Inclusion, Inc.

Back to business, but not back to normal

The pandemic exposed the myth that the "normal" workplace worked. IT leaders have an opportunity to do better for diverse employees as they chart their paths to the future of work.
By Elizabeth StockAug, 25 2021
Leveling up your IT talent strategy
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Leveling up your IT talent strategy

The promise of technology advancements and digital transformation has helped CEOs finally recognize what the best CIOs have known all along: IT is the business. Is your talent strategy keeping pace?
By Dan RobertsAug, 4 2021
4 ways to diversify your IT hiring pipeline
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4 ways to diversify your IT hiring pipeline

Diverse teams deliver better results. Here's how companies are reevaluating their hiring strategies to ensure they're reaching qualified candidates outside traditional hiring avenues.
By Sarah K. WhiteJul, 28 2021
20 professional organizations focused on diversity in tech
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20 professional organizations focused on diversity in tech

BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities have long been grossly underrepresented in IT. These 20 professional organizations aim to help close the diversity gap in tech by empowering BIPOC and LGBTQ+ tech pros.
By Sarah K. WhiteJul, 22 2021
5 tips for creating an IT culture where women thrive
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5 tips for creating an IT culture where women thrive

Advice for women in tech from women in tech.
By Diana BersohnJul, 8 2021
IT leaders commit to diversity to gain competitive edge
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IT leaders commit to diversity to gain competitive edge

Aware that diverse organizations drive better business outcomes, CIOs are reshaping IT cultures by seeking out and elevating more diversity in their IT teams.
By Esther SheinJul, 7 2021
Changing the equation on LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion
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Changing the equation on LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion

LGBTQ+ tech advocates show the key role CIOs can play in catalyzing the change necessary in business practices and technology design to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse society.
By Mary K. PrattJun, 30 2021
How IT leaders can cultivate an LGBTQ-friendly workplace
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How IT leaders can cultivate an LGBTQ-friendly workplace

Encouraging inclusion and accommodating diversity requires a culture of openness — and can help your organization become more innovative.
By Peter SayerJun, 22 2021
Out in IT: A work-in-progress for the LGBTQ+ community
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Out in IT: A work-in-progress for the LGBTQ+ community

LGBTQ+ IT professionals share their experiences navigating careers in an industry that hasnu2019t always been welcoming and still has a long way to go.
By Beth StackpoleJun, 15 2021
13 organizations that support LGBTQ+ tech workers
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13 organizations that support LGBTQ+ tech workers

Offering networking, mentorship, and career development opportunities, these 13 professional orgs foster community for LGBTQ+ workers in an industry that isn't always welcoming.
By Sarah K. WhiteJun, 8 2021
Women in IT are burned out. The pandemic is making it worse.
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Women in IT are burned out. The pandemic is making it worse.

COVID has compounded the disproportional stress women face in the IT workplace, putting careers at risk, as well as nearly a decade of progress toward gender equity.
By Sarah K. WhiteJun, 4 2021
IT’s silent career killer: Age discrimination
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IT’s silent career killer: Age discrimination

A pernicious issue in IT, age discrimination is on the rise u2014 and not always easy to prove. Here are five ways to protect your IT career.
By Bob ViolinoJun, 2 2021
VMware tackles ESG with innovation
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VMware tackles ESG with innovation

VMware has created an environmental, social, and governance (ESG) function within the Office of the CTO that is working closely with the companyu2019s CIO to mitigate risk and drive innovation.
By Thor OlavsrudMay, 24 2021
Allyship: Stepping up for a more inclusive IT
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Allyship: Stepping up for a more inclusive IT

IT leaders seeking to make a difference on diversity must become better allies of marginalized groups in IT, a process that requires reflection and courage in assuring issues are addressed and voices are uplifted.
By Sarah K. WhiteMay, 14 2021
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