Employees’ sense of belonging is a key factor in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) objectives and supports increased employee engagement. Employee resource groups emerge as a noteworthy avenue for enhancing a sense of belonging among staff. The employees’ participation is an investment into the organization, fostering new initiatives and relationship-building.     Employee resource groups (ERGs), also known as affinity groups, are collectives of employees united by common interests. These groups may form on a voluntary basis or be initiated by the organization itself. ERGs commonly revolve around racial identity, ethnicity, ...

The Supreme Court’s decision to prohibit race as a consideration in higher education admission is expected to decrease the matriculation of underrepresented students. Now, the key question is how to build a diverse and equitable campus within these new parameters. Prospective and current students, alumni, and stakeholders are closely watching how institutions will respond.  The Barthwell Group, a trusted DEI advisor to over 25 higher education institutions throughout the United States, proposes three key strategies to adapt to this decision.     Enhance Recruitment Outreach Strategically  Many underrepresented students may not have ...

The Barthwell Group is pleased to announce that on July 10, 2015, Walter K. Evans, Chief Operating Officer, is going to be a speaker at The Diana Award’s Inspire Day in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Inspire Days are youth workshops that travel across the United Kingdom to inspire young people (aged 14 to 18) to reach their full potential through creative and skill-based workshops. Mr. Evans will be giving an introductory speech to get the participants geared up for the day. The Diana Award The Diana Award was founded to honor Diana, ...

The Barthwell Group is pleased to announce our new engagement with the College of Business and Economics at Lehigh University. The Barthwell Group will conduct an assessment among corporate executives in selected industries that will help the College enhance its recruitment appeal. Through the assessment, The Barthwell Group will assist the College in reaching its goal to increase the recruitment appeal of the College’s students to leading companies. Lehigh University Located in Pennsylvania’s scenic Lehigh Valley, Lehigh University is a premier private residential research university for nearly 7,000 students. More than ...

Detroit, Michigan (April 10, 2014) – Wayne State University, Midtown Detroit’s nationally recognized metropolitan research institution, has engaged The Barthwell Group to facilitate the development of its Strategic Plan. The Barthwell Group, headquartered in Detroit, has previously worked with the University’s School of Business Administration. The Barthwell Group past work with the School has included assistance with the development of its strategic plan, the completion of a brand awareness assessment, and execution of a competitive analysis. The Barthwell Group is proud to continue its relationship with Wayne State, home of Michigan’s ...