Feb. 7, 2013 — These days, a successful diversity program is critical for an organization’s ability to gain innovations, adhere to governmental regulations, and create an inclusive work environment. The survival of your organization may depend on it.

Jan. 16, 2013 — The gala 17th Annual Urban Wheels Award, the official multicultural event of the North American International Auto Show, was clear and successful in its objective: to celebrate and honor the people who have valiantly succeeded in breaking through barriers of color and gender. But this year, the focus was on women.

Aug. 16, 2012 – Diversity on Boards of Directors can raise the collective IQ of the board as well as position the company for more advancement via social media and technology.

July 19, 2012 – Usually you think of business incubators as being the home to startups in technology, bio-medicine, alternative energy or some other mostly male-geek-based field. TechTown started out that way as well but has radically changed direction. Today, more than 60 percent of its startups are women-owned, 66 percent are minorities and collectively they average around 47 years old. Maria Costa fits just two of those categories – and is about as far from technology as you can get. Her company is focused on her one-woman show that has drawn rave reviews in six countries.

Jan. 19, 2012 - Diversity needs to be more about inclusion and provide tangible tools that will help employees do their job more effectively.

Jan. 8, 2012 - The light shined on urban style, autos and diversity as 16th Annual Urban Wheel Awards throttled up events at The North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The awards honor companies, executives, suppliers and others for recognizing the growing multicultural consumer and embracing diversity in operations and mission.

March 17, 2011 - Even in an atmosphere where “government service” is in question, “government services” still need to be fulfilled. Someone has to take out the trash, wash the floors after demonstrations, and provide security when full-time resources are reduced. That’s where Manisha Dotson and her Nisha Industries show their stuff. Hopefully, she’s typical of the small beacons of light leading toward economic recovery.

October 1, 2009 - Ask just about any American for a success story as it relates to diversity and you’re likely to hear two words: Barack Obama. Indeed, when Corp! magazine contacted this year’s Diversity Awards winners, the election of the nation’s 44th president (and the first citizen of African-American heritage to hold the post) was typically among the highlights given for progress made to date.

October 23, 2008 - More than 200 people gathered to celebrate the 56 winners of Corp! magazine’s Salute to Diversity Awards at a breakfast Tues., Oct. 14 at the Troy Marriott.

October 16, 2008 - Differences. While it may be human nature to focus on what makes us distinctive, the reality is there are those traits that bind us together as a community.