A last call has gone out to companies, organisations, individuals, third sector organisations and community groups who are demonstrating a strong commitment and track record to diversity and inclusion to come forward have their achievements recognised.
The entry deadline for The Herald and GenAnalytics Diversity Awards in association with Bank of Scotland is Wednesday, August 17.
Frank McAveety, leader of Glasgow City Council and chair of Glasgow City Marketing Bureau, said: “Glasgow is an ambitious, inventive, entrepreneurial and welcoming city because of the diversity of our people and businesses.
"The Diversity Awards provide us with the perfect platform to recognise best practise within this field.”
Audrey Connolly, co-chair of LGBT Rainbow network, Lloyds Banking Group, said: “As the deadline for the Herald Diversity Award approaches, I’m looking forward to reviewing the fantastic stories of how diversity is being championed across Scotland.”
Angela Morrison, owner, director of amiExecutive, said : "The Diversity Awards are such an exciting event on the Glasgow business landscape and we can’t wait to see the list of fantastic finalists when they are announced.”
Roy Gardner, corporate development director at City of Glasgow College, said: "As one of the most diverse educational establishments in Scotland, and as enshrined in our values, we are totally committed to equality, diversity and inclusiveness".
Catriona Mackie, HR director, Diageo Global Supply, said: “Diversity is an important area of focus for us as a business and we know that greater diversity drives better performance and decision making."
Katy Wedderburn head of employment, partner at MacRoberts LLP said: "This is a chance for leaders in diversity, be it people or organisations to lead by example, and have their contributions and talents acknowledged."
Skills Development Scotland head of national programme development Karen Murray said: “Developing inclusive working environments helps to bridge skills gaps and harness different experiences, backgrounds and approaches.
"We are delighted to support the first ever Diversity Awards and look forward to sponsoring the Diversity Star Performer: Recruitment of Talents’ award.”
Gavin Speirs, CEO of Solutions Driven said: "Make sure you take the chance to get rewarded and recognised for the hard work your company has already done with regards to gender equality."
Audrey Ross, sales and marketing director for Taylor Wimpey West Scotland, said: “Being involved in The Herald Diversity Awards recognises the importance that we’ve placed on embracing diversity and inclusion within our business, and the opportunity it creates for the wider housebuilding industry.”
Entries are welcome across 12 categories before the Wednesday deadline.
For more information on how to enter please visit http://newsquestscotlandevents.com/events/the-diversity-awards/ or contact Claire Hunter on 0141 302 7319.
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