AzBusiness March/April 2022

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DIVERSE BUSINESS LEADERS TO WATCH IN 2022

THE INCLUSION EQUATION

As the nation struggles with social justice issues, Arizona businesses look for ways to create a more inclusive and diverse workforce

By ERIN THORBURN

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iversity in the United States has been one of the country’s longest and most profound challenges. Throughout the decades, minority groups have fought for voting rights, desegregation and equal opportunity across the board. Fast forward to 2022, and the fight continues.

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Black Lives Matter, #MeToo and Asian Americans for Equality movements keep reminding the nation there is still work to be done. One area that continues to be a call to action — now, more than ever — is diversification within the U.S. workforce. And, here close to home, many Arizona businesses are stepping up to answer the


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