Here at ESI, we’ve long amplified the point that universities and hospitals have huge economic footprints, and that the employment hubs, procurement opportunities, and tax revenue generation they represent emerge from and are driven by the fulfillment of their deepest institutional missions. It is also true that these large-scale institutions have huge environmental footprints, and […]
Read MoreRecently, we sat down with our Senior Advisor for a rapid-fire Q&A session on equity and inclusion. The objective of our discussion was to provide substance and focus in support of the key areas that must be addressed in order to effect real progress and lasting change. This exert includes Angela Dowd-Burton’s full response. LH: […]
Read MoreThis is Part 2 of Angela Dowd-Burton’s “Leveraging the Integration of Public Policy to Drive Supplier Diversity and Inclusion Part 1”, which focuses on three key components of the City of Philadelphia’s diversity program, discussing the goals, strategies, tools, and tactics used. ESI has developed a variety of analyses to help institutions working to ensure equitable […]
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