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The Poor State Of Gender Diversity In Financial Academia

The Horizons Tracker

The low level of gender diversity in upper echelons is well documented in a wide range of fields. Recent research shows that the problem is particularly bad in finance, where gender diversity is lower than in other academic disciplines.

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Dive into the Role of the Chief People Officer in Today’s Workplace

N2Growth Blog

Today, Chief People Officers and CHROs are not only responsible for the high-value functions of talent acquisition and employee engagement, but they play a crucial role in shaping organizational culture, driving diversity and inclusion, and ethically leveraging technology for effective HR management.

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The Racial Stereotypes That Underpin EDI Appointments

The Horizons Tracker

As equality has risen up the corporate agenda in recent years, a growing number of companies are creating a dedicated leadership role to focus on diversity and inclusion, with around half of S&P 500 firms having a chief diversity officer.

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Diversity & Leadership | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Let me be clear: leadership and diversity should have nothing to do with one another. I’ll take it one step further – I can’t really think of any issue that should be argued or decided solely on the merits of diversity. In fact, let me take it up even another notch…diversity should be a non-issue altogether.

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Navigating the Digital Payment Landscape: Understanding ACH and EFT Transactions

Strategy Driven

Understanding the nuances of digital payments, including ACH and EFT systems, is essential for individuals and businesses who seek to participate in the modern economy. Innovations in ACH and EFT strive to meet these demands, offering solutions to counter challenges such as exchange rate volatility and diverse international banking protocols.

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Chief Procurement Officer Search: Securing Your Supply Chain Leadership

N2Growth Blog

An effective CPO values diversity and inclusion, creating a culture of inclusivity that attracts and retains top talent. A well-rounded and comprehensive set of leadership requirements can be defined by involving stakeholders from finance, operations, and other relevant areas.

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Social Stigma Can Prevent Those With Debt Problems Getting Help

The Horizons Tracker

“We have this tendency, as a society, to avoid talking about our finances, and especially about debt. The participants had an average household income of $86,000 and an average consumer debt of $36,000 (not including mortgages). This is not always easy, however, given the social stigma associated with the issue.

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