This week: J.B. Hunt launches a scholarship program for employee dependents and grandchildren, Maersk’s rainbow container is enjoyed by employees in Cape Town, South Africa, and Schneider receives its 14th Ride of Pride truck.
Data from a recent survey shows that supply chain executives are paying greater attention to diversity, equity and inclusion.
“As a $4 billion industry leader, we have a great responsibility to pursue activities and initiatives that improve the sustainability of our operations, provide an inclusive workplace for all and give back to the communities where we operate.”
XPO Logistics released a sustainability report that hones in on recruiting underrepresented groups and using optimization to reduce emissions.
While diversity programs can and should be a positive vehicle for promoting diversity in the workplace, employers should take time to review diversity programs and initiatives to ensure the clear communication and implementation of their programs.
Women In Trucking CEO Ellen Voie promotes Accelerate conference this week in Dallas from Nov. 7 – 9.
“I am a firm believer that what gets measured gets accomplished,” says LaQuenta Jacobs on developing diversity, equity and inclusion programs within a public company.
This week: Convoy gives $50/load incentive in October to carrier partners that represent diversity in the workplace, Operation Lifesaver announces this year’s Champion award and ATA is honored for its disaster relief efforts.
J.B. Hunt shares sustainable environmental and social highlights for 2020, but the company’s only emission-reduction target relates to carbon intensity.
I’m calling on trucking and logistics business leaders large and small to begin taking steps to create a culture more accepting of others.
