More than a fad: The rise of the chief diversity officer
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Jaclyn Jaeger2021-04-06T13:00:00
Protests calling for social justice over the last year have led to more companies appointing diversity, equity, and inclusion officers. The critical role the position plays alongside compliance cannot be overstated, writes Jaclyn Jaeger.
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