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The great times continue at this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum, co-sponsored by Blended Pledge and Let's Talk Supply Chain. It is wonderful to meet folks in person to share ideas and celebrate successes! Tag someone you know who is in attendance (or should go next year!) #womeninsupplychain #diversevoices #blended

This week, the Blended Pledge team is in Atlanta, GA to attend the Women in Supply Chain Forum event as a presenting sponsor. This year's event theme is "Shattering Glass Ceilings: A Woman's Impact on Supply Chain". Follow our page for more photos of the event this week, and learn more about our grant program in the link in our profile. If there are events like this that you'd want to attend in the future but may not have company-sponsored financial backing, this is a perfect example of a reason to apply for a Blended Pledge grant. Our grant recipients get financial help to attend (live or virtual) events where they can advance their careers and help bring more diverse voices to stages and audiences across the country. #diversevoices #blendedpledge #womeninsupplychain #atlantabusiness

We look forward to the Women in Supply Chain Forum event this week in Atlanta! This year’s theme, “Shattering Glass Ceilings: A Woman’s Impact on Supply Chain,” will bring together leading experts in the industry to discuss mentorship, self-advocacy, collaboration, closing the gender gap and what it takes to move the needle and pave the way for future female leaders in logistics. Will you be there? Learn more in the link below. #blended #diversevoices #womeninsupplychain

🚀 We’re thrilled to announce that Blended Pledge is a proud sponsor of this year’s Women in Supply Chain Forum! 🌟 At Blended Pledge, we’re committed to empowering diverse voices in supply chain, and this event is a powerful celebration of that mission. Can’t wait to connect with inspiring leaders and forward-thinkers. Join us to see the future of supply chain unfold! More info on the event in the link below in the comments. #WomenInSupplyChain #BlendedPledge #SupplyChainLeaders #DiversityInSupplyChain #SupplyChainCommunity

The Business Case for Inclusive Workplaces: Beyond the Labels Recent data tells an interesting story: While 63% of executives express concerns about DEI initiatives being divisive, only 21% of employees share this view (Gartner, 2024). This disconnect raises an important question: How do we focus on what truly matters - building stronger, more innovative businesses? The fact is, diverse and inclusive workplaces deliver measurable benefits: • 35% higher performance from ethnically diverse companies (McKinsey) • 19% higher innovation revenue from companies with above-average diversity • 87% better decision-making in diverse teams Beyond the statistics, inclusive practices drive value through: • Enhanced problem-solving capabilities • Broader market understanding • Stronger supplier relationships • Improved talent attraction and retention • Greater innovation potential Smart organizations are evolving their approach - focusing less on labels and more on creating environments where different perspectives thrive. They're embedding inclusive practices into their operational DNA, from recruitment to supplier selection to product development. The message is clear: Whatever terms we use, the fundamental principles of including diverse perspectives and fostering inclusive environments remain crucial for business success in today's global marketplace. What strategies has your organization found most effective in building an inclusive workplace that drives innovation and growth? #BusinessStrategy #Innovation #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #BusinessGrowth

Blended Pledge was started to solve this challenge: visual representation of diverse voices at industry conferences either on stages on in the audience are at an all time low. This impacts the ability to highlight diversity in thought and perspectives across industry topics. How we do it: 🔸 Our grant program (based on an application process) aims to cover event tickets and travel expenses for residents of USA, Canada and Mexico.  🔸 We recognize our donors and sponsors through digital content to highlight the contribution of your visible impact. 🔸 We aim to partner with event organizers, mentors, corporate sponsors, and media outlets to enable diverse voices to be seen and heard in industries across the globe throughout the year! As this article shows, the gender gap is still quite vast in professional speaking opportunities. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eHpvVMav

The Blended Pledge is proud to be a charitable partner of this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum event in Atlanta on Nov 12-13. Women in Supply Chain Forum is the industry’s premier networking and educational forum tailored to men and women in executive-level positions to expand their professional network and enhance their businesses through thought-provoking discussion panels. This year’s theme, “Shattering Glass Ceilings: A Woman’s Impact on Supply Chain,” will bring together leading experts in the industry to discuss mentorship, self-advocacy, collaboration, closing the gender gap and what it takes to move the needle and pave the way for future female leaders in logistics. Check out more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/ekVe7cSh #womeninsupplychain #diversevoices #glassceiling

As Blended Pledge exists to help promote more diverse voices on stages and panels in all industries, we thought this would be an interesting read for our followers! We're coming up on a big election in the United States. No matter your political leanings, this article provides an interesting history of DEI in politics and some potential impacts to be expected in the near future (link in comments). #DEI #nonprofit #diversevoices

Check out some photos from last week's CSCMP’s EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition™ in Nashville, TN! Lauren, a recent Blended Pledge grant recipient, shared some of her snapshots from the show where she learned a great deal and left feeling inspired. The Blended Pledge was formed to help more diverse voices have access to attend and speak at industry conferences. Click the link in the comments to learn more and to apply! #nashville #supplychain #diversevoices #nonprofit

An article in Forbes this year shares how Allyship is the future of DEI. "Allyship programs are the future of DEI because they offer these benefits: 🔹 They bridge the gap between education and action. 🔹 They teach people human skills that help them be more effective at work and in life. 🔹 They create a long-term competitive advantage for employers that want the benefits of diverse talent. " How has your organization embraced #Allyship? https://lnkd.in/eGsQFi2G #dei #ally #diversevoices