Now more than ever, there’s a focus on prioritizing businesses that are actively addressing diversity, equity and inclusion, which creates opportunities for diverse suppliers. JPMorgan Chase is dedicated to the development and utilization of qualified diverse businesses – defined as companies that are at least 51 percent owned and operated by members of historically underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, military veterans, disabled veterans, service-disabled veterans, people with disabilities and members of the LGBT+ community. Ted Archer, Global Head of Business Partner Diversity for JPMorgan Chase, recently spoke about why diverse suppliers are good for business and the community. 1. Tell…
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By Megan Moriarty NASHVILLE, TN — State Representative Gloria Johnson joined hundreds of Tennesseans in Nashville’s Centennial Park to officially announce her bid for the United States Senate. With the Woman Suffrage Monument as the backdrop, Johnson spoke to the crowd. “It just means everything to me that so many of you showed up,” Johnson said, pointing out that they picked the spot for a specific reason. “We’ve got to talk about women’s rights. We’ve got to talk about the fact that in Tennessee women are no longer equal,” Johnson said. “Marsha Blackburn wants to see a federal ban on…
NASHVILLE, TN — Rev. Dr. Harold M. Love, Jr., and Dr. Phyllis Qualls garner the top awards at the annual Organized Lay Luncheon. The event, produced by the Organized Lay, which is the significant arm of the African Methodist Episcopal Church globally and divided into districts. Celebrating its 30th year, under the theme, “Glorifying God through Our Faith and actions,” president of the Tennessee Conference Lay, Darwin K. Eldridge said, “This event is a way to celebrate members of the Laity, as well as those in the ministry. We are proud to celebrate these outstanding individuals.” Rev. Love was awarded…
The dedication and perseverance of Metro Nashville Public Schools students, educators, and staff have once again proven to be the driving force behind strong academic growth. For the second consecutive year, MNPS has attained a Level 5 value-added growth score from the Tennessee Value Added Assessment System (TVAAS), demonstrating the district’s commitment to student success. The recently released TVAAS scores underscore MNPS’s continued growth and progress, positioning the district as a leader in advancing academic excellence across the state thanks to continued investments by Metro Nashville in our public school students and the teachers and staff who serve them. Some…
Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune)–Fisk University is excited to announce Holly Rachel as the Executive Director for The Darrell S. Freeman Sr. Incubation and Innovation Center. Holly is a seasoned executive, educator, and entrepreneur with more than 15 years of experience in helping companies and founders realize their goals. Since securing the funding for The Darrell S. Freeman Sr. Incubation and Innovation Center, we have received countless calls from businesses, partner organizations, funders and students inquiring about the programs and opportunities to get involved said, Fisk Executive Vice President Dr. Jens Frederiksen. “With the full-scale upgrade of Burrus Hall now underway we are excited…
Nashville – The Tennessee Supreme Court has elected Justice Holly Kirby to be the next Chief Justice of the Court. Justice Kirby was unanimously elected by the Court for a two-year term, effective September 1, 2023. She becomes only the fourth woman to serve as the Court’s Chief Justice. Justice Kirby was appointed to the Supreme Court in 2014 by former Governor Bill Haslam. Before her appointment to the Supreme Court, Justice Kirby served for almost 19 years on the Tennessee Court of Appeals. She was a gender milestone on the intermediate appellate court, the first woman in Tennessee history…
HANOVER, Md. — The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, a national nonprofit membership organization that advocates for people affected by sickle cell disease, will participate in National Sickle Cell Awareness Month in September. The association will hold events, engage with the sickle cell community and support the activities of its member organizations this month. National Sickle Cell Awareness Month was designated by Congress to focus attention on the need for research and treatment of sickle cell disease. “Now is the time to unite on behalf of the more than 100,000 Americans who live with sickle cell disease, many of…
GEODIS, a leading global logistics provider, today announced plans to hire approximately 345 seasonal workers in the Nashville, Tennessee, area to support anticipated peak season volume increases. The company is strengthening its workforce to enhance operational capabilities in its warehouses and distribution centers to prepare for the upcoming holiday season. Insider Intelligence reported 2022 holiday sales grew 4.8% year-over-year, returning to more typical levels experienced prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, and a similar peak season is expected this year. Insider Intelligence predicts a comparable 4.5% increase in holiday retail sales in 2023, indicating a stable performance following a pandemic-era surge. In preparation for anticipated demand, GEODIS is…
OKLAHOMA CITY – SONIC® Drive-In is dedicated to getting teachers and students the classroom supplies they need for the new school year. In August, the SONIC Foundation donated $1 million to help fund requests on DonorsChoose, a national nonprofit that allows individuals to donate directly to public school classroom requests submitted by teachers. The funding supported four teachers in Nashville, Tennessee who received a combined donation of $362.00 from the SONIC Foundation. The $1 million donation is part of the SONIC Drive-In brand’s ongoing Limeades for Learning initiative. The following exceptional teachers from Nashville received support through the funding: “SONIC’s dedication to supporting education through our Limeades…
ATLANTA– PROPEL today announced that educator Dr. Lisa N. Herring has been named President of PROPEL, effective Monday, September 18. Herring, who most recently served as superintendent of the Atlanta Public Schools, is respected as a champion of innovation in education, having charted a longstanding history of success in propelling students to new heights of academic achievement. Herring also formerly served as superintendent of the Birmingham City Schools. Dr. Herring’s nearly 30-year track record of excellence, from classroom teacher to trailblazing edu-tech advocate and leader spans public and private environments. She has garnered numerous accolades for her staunch, future-focused leadership…