Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION COMMITTEE

In April of 2022, the Glendale Chamber of Commerce formed a Diversity Task Force to champion the adoption of a non-discrimination ordinance in the City of Glendale, a measure that would prohibit discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodation. On May 25th, Glendale became the 9th Arizona City to officially adopt a non-discrimination ordinance, a win for Glendale residents and business. This small yet significant success led to the creation of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (DE&I), a group focused on assisting employers grow their talent pool through the implementation of Diversity and Inclusion best practices in the workplace.  The DE&I Committee also works on educating employers, businesses, and local community leaders on the benefits of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and assists them in implementing policies and practices to attract, maintain, and increase business, talent, and partnerships.


"Companies that embrace diversity and inclusion in all aspects of their business statistically outperform their peers."

           ~Josh Bersin, leading industry analyst and researcher.


For more information on how to get involved in the
Diversity & Inclusion Committee contact Aubrie Herman at
aherman@glendaleazchamber.org.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Lynda Vescio

DE&I Committee Chair

2023 Chair of the Board

Vescio Law Firm, P.C.

Victoria B. Franks, M.Adm.

DE&I Committee Co-Chair

Midwestern University

Lisa R. Baker

2024 Chair of the Board

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

Maria R. Brunner

2018 Chair of the Board

Credit Union West

Angela Hughey

ONE Community

Debbie Esparza

YWCA

Michael Soto

ONE Community

Janine Skinner

ONE Community

Dr. L. Alexander Patrick-Rolando

Glendale Community College

Kelly Carbello

Just Kelly

 Jamie Aldama

Bettina Nava

Nexus Strategy Group

Brian Hatchitt

State Farm Stadium

Angela Salazar

YWCA

Javiel "Jay" Lopez

Credit Union West

Ryan Dixon

Maricopa County Procurement Services

Alexander Mangione-Smith

Global Credit Union

The Chamber’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee recognizes the importance of receiving input from all members of our community.


Each individual brings their own experiences and perspective to the group. Many of those individuals have had life experiences that I or others have not had. Without hearing from all of those voices, we cannot consider – and therefore meet – the needs and desires of our community. Such differing and diverse perspectives enriches our own experiences and lives, and allows us to more fully serve our whole community.

Lynda Vescio, Vescio Law Firm, P.C.

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