Tag: diversity
Workplace Survey: Global Accessibility Awareness Day
University of Phoenix survey on workplace accommodations highlights strengths and opportunities for accessibility of individuals with disabilities.
Carhartt Grant Encourages Women In Skilled Trades
Carhartt is dedicating its Spring 2023 round of bi-annual "For the Love of Labor" grants to increase female representation in the skilled trades. Applications are due February 17.
Building Executives: Social Equity Key To Boosting Workforce
The National Institute of Building Sciences will release a report on diversity, social equity and inclusion in May 2023.
Law Firm Brings Workplace Of The Future To Life
Shearman & Sterling’s recent New York office transformation reflects firm's commitment to people, clients, and the environment.
Diverse Suppliers One Way To Shore Up Facilities Supply Chain
Through supplier diversity, facility executives improve opportunity for innovation, customer service, and economic impact in their communities.
Built Environment CEOs Sign Diversity Commitment
Association leaders commit to greater diversity, equity, and inclusion within the leadership of their organizations.
Inaugural Construction Inclusion Week Happening In October
Contractors will unite to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the construction industry October 18 – 22, 2021.
Built Environment Leaders Meet To Discuss Social Equity
The National Institute of Building Sciences recently held an executive Social Equity Roundtable to address diversity, equity, and inclusion in the built environment.
Despite More Work, Less Socializing, Workers Happy Working Remotely
New study of the COVID-19 American Workforce reveals that employees like working remotely; employers cite greater workforce productivity, increasing diversity still a concern.
Amazon Sponsorship Supports Women In Safety Programs
The National Safety Council has received a $125,000 sponsorship from Amazon, which will be used to help women pursue safety careers and advance those already in the field.
New Survey Template Measures Employee Belonging, Inclusion
The template helps companies determine areas of focus to foster an inclusive workplace for underrepresented groups across race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, and more.
In Austin, TX, SpareFoot Finds The Right Fit
The world’s largest marketplace for storage is marking its 10th year in business with a move that brings employees together in one space, with features that fit the company culture.
Revolution Lighting Chosen For Caribbean Recovery Efforts
Partnership between GB Energy LED and IMPACT Construction includes the LED lighting provider as a supplier for rebuild projects in the Puerto Rico, USVI, and BVI regions.
PNC Financial Services Group Meets Carbon Reduction Goal
Ahead of schedule to meet this goal, the firm has set its sights on reaching its energy consumption goal by end of 2017.
New Employment Partnership Supports Diversity
NSBE and Johnson Controls join forces to advance the environmental goals of both organizations and support future employment opportunities for diverse engineering talent.
Friday Funny: Racial Harmony For Fun And Profit
Long before Obama proposed a Happy Hour Diversity Summit, a local furniture store in High Point, NC area embraced the concept as a way to drum up business during the down economy.
Watch This: Assessing Industry Benchmarks For Energy Savings & Sustainability
This free video webinar provides valuable insights into industry benchmarks, allowing participants to gauge their performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Watch Now! AI In Facilities Management: Challenges & Opportunities
View this free video webinar and find out why AI is coming for the facilities management industry, and how you can use and control it.
[VIDEO] Case Study | Globalworth and Honeywell Forge for Buildings
Building owners face a dilemma – how to prioritize sustainable renewable energy while providing a people-centric environment in a cost-effective way. See how Globalworth leveraged Honeywell Forge in Romania and Poland to meet their goals.