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2024 Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Symposium and Awards | EVENT RECAP


LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER

Josh Schimmels


The Los Angeles Business Journal was proud to host our annual Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Symposium & Awards on March 21st at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown.

During the event, our morning of panel conversations featured industry experts discussing the many ways our Community of Business can advance diversity in the workplace while simultaneously creating an environment that enables equity and inclusion to thrive.

Panels included topics such as “Building a Case for Equity,” “Blending the Generations for Success,” and “Evolution of DEI: Where We Are & Where We Want to Be.

The DE+I all-star lineup of speakers included:
• Kecia Alexander, Deputy Chief of Human Capital, Think Together
• Ken Billups, Vice President, Economic Inclusion & Social Impact, AECOM
• Shannon Bradley, MBA, Chief Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Keck Medicine of USC
• Rosario Bobadilla Farias, Audit Partner, HCVT
• Alice C. Juarez, Los Angeles Regional Executive, Wells Fargo Bank
• Andraéa LaVant, Founder & President, LaVant Consulting
• Kristina Martel, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Director, American Cancer Society
• Yossi Mintz, Co-Founder / Executive Director, The Friendship Foundation
• Teresa Maxwell, DBE Compliance Officer & Outreach Manager, Skanska USA Civil
• Laura Mitchel, District Senior Manager, Wells Fargo Bank
• Marcela Oliva, Professor of Architecture and Environmental Design, Los Angeles Trade-Technical College
• Kunal Shah, President/CEO, Electrical Engineer, PBS Engineers, Inc.
• Fred Tan, Tax Principal, BDO USA
• Lillian Yan, Vice President – West Division Sales Officer, HNTB Corporation

After the thought-provoking panels concluded, the afternoon luncheon followed, honoring diversity, inclusion, and equity champions in the Los Angeles region for their ongoing efforts to advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace and business leadership while simultaneously creating an equitable environment.

It was truly a privilege to shine the spotlight on these terrific leaders and organizations within the Los Angeles business community and unveil our honorees for this year’s awards.

This special section contains profiles of all the honorees and finalists, alongside articles and features about best practices and the tremendous benefits of diversity, inclusion and equity programs and efforts in the workplace.

Many thanks to our sponsors, including Diamond Sponsors HNTB and Wells Fargo, as well as our other supporting sponsor organizations, who together help make this event possible, and once again, congratulations to the honorees – Los Angeles based professionals and organizations who “lead by example,” successfully blending effective business vision with a passionate commitment to positively making a difference, furthering diversity, inclusion and equity both in the world of business and in the communities they serve.


CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 2024
DIVERSITY, EQUITY + INCLUSION HONOREES

CEO OF THE YEAR 

DEI EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR (ENTERPRISE)

VIA VAN LIEW
The Aerospace Corporation


DEI EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR (LARGE)

MICHELLE KEYSER
Hensel Phelps


DEI EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR (MID-SIZED)

ALICIA VAZ
Cox, Castle & Nicholson


DEI EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR (GROWING)

SAHAR ANDRADE
Sahar Consulting, LLC


COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD (LARGE)

FRED TAN
BDO USA


COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD (MID-SIZED COMPANY)

JOHN MURILLO
Enterprise Bank & Trust


COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD (GROWING COMPANY)

JASON LYON
Hahn & Hahn LLP


DEI COMPANY OF THE YEAR (ENTERPRISE)

DEI COMPANY OF THE YEAR (LARGE)

DEI COMPANY OF THE YEAR (MID-SIZED)

WELLS FARGO DEI SMALL BUSINESS AWARD

DEI NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR (LARGE or MID-SIZED)

DEI NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR (GROWING)

DEI TEAM OF THE YEAR 

For the list of Finalists:
click here


INSIDE THE SUPPLEMENT

The Power of Belonging
Many organizations are beginning to rethink their DEI strategy as studies show the critical importance of belonging….Read More

Setting the Path for an Inclusive Culture
At Skanska, people are our most valuable assets. And in Southern California, we know that valuing the experiences of our diverse team is key to not only the success of our projects, but to building a better society….Read More

Building a Future Where Everyone Has a Place
he Friendship Foundation transforms lives one friendship at a time. Co-founded in 2007 by Yossi Mintz…Read More

Breaking Barriers: A Journey to Leadership and Inclusivity
You’ve got to be kidding me!” would have been my immediate reaction if someone…Read More

A New AI-Powered Tool for Optimizing Health Outcomes Through a DEIA Lens
The Institute for Diversity Certification (IDC) and E3 NexHealth have announced the groundbreaking launch of the Intelligent…Read More

Law Firms Gather to Explore Diversity Best Practices
Last year, the Association of Law Firm Diversity Professionals (ALFDP) and the American Bar Association (ABA) co-hosted an
industry…Read More

Fostering Belongingness in Nursing Schools
The American Association of Colleges of facilitating student recruitment, retention, can American students believe that the curriculum-Nursing (AACN) has launched a new survey instrument to assist nurse…Read More

US Department of State Releases FY 2023 Demographic Data
Earlier this year, the Secretary’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion released the Department’s FY 2023…Read More


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