Black Like Them: Why a ‘Surge’ of Color Could Change the Face of Ed Reform
Do people of color need to lead ed reform to effect real change? 82% of teachers are white, but the majority of students are of color. Does that matter?
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Advice From Blerd Entrepreneurs to Their Younger Selves
Before geek became chic, it was just another synonym for outcast. So as a blerd—a black nerd—maintaining a career, that in most cases you had to build from the ground...
The Keeper of Records
Rising healthcare costs, an aging population, an overburdened medical system strained by increases in chronic conditions and demand for services, and more, have all contributed to the need for specialized and more streamlined reimbursement guidelines and procedures aimed at ensuring appropriate delivery of service.
Adding Up the Numbers
Glenn R. Carrington, national tax director for client services at Ernst & Young L.L.P., is on a mission. After 30 years in the tax profession, he is anticipating retiring in four to five years—but not before he imparts some advice on how his firm can attract and retain more African Americans. One of his ideas has already come to fruition. In 2007, Ernst & Young launched the Diversity Tax Leadership Conference, a program that exposes more than 100 invited students to the career possibilities within the tax profession over a three-day period in New York City. “We normally go on to hire 90% of the people we bring in,†notes Carrington.
Recognizing True Leadership
Leadership is highly valued in our society, with leaders usually reaping the greatest rewards in business. However, while many aspire to the mantle of leadership, we too often confuse some...