DEI

Iowa Board of Regents update strategic plan, eliminate DEI language
The Iowa Board of Regents voted to update their 2022-2027 strategic plan on Jan. 15, eliminating language related to diversity, equity and inclusion. “This plan was developed over the course of several months with engagement of all then-board members and…
Diversity Straight Up Podcast: Striving for inclusion in Iowa banking
On this episode of Diversity Straight Up, hosts Sarika Bhakta and Anthony Arrington, talk to…

Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust leaders first in Iowa to earn Certified Diversity Professional credential
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust (CRBT) President, James Klein, and First Vice President of Marketing…

CommUnity names first diversity outreach specialist
Amel Ali has been named CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion…
Cedar Rapids hires first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion manager
Elizabeth Buch has been hired to serve at the City of Cedar Rapids’ first Diversity,…
GreenState Community Credit Union takes steps toward diversity, equity and inclusion
“There was a real national moment that we wanted to ensure wasn’t lost over time,”…