Dennis W. Archer Launches The Diversity Network; Predicts Double Digit Economic Growth Through Diversity for Michigan and American Business.DETROIT -- Where is the next economic boom coming from? Former Detroit Mayor and Chairman of the Detroit-based law firm Dickinson Wright Dennis W. Archer today unveiled some important answers as he introduced his new venture: The Diversity Network. Its focus is to help corporations become more competitive and develop new markets through diversity. Its services include diversity consulting, minority supplier development and recruiting. Archer will serve as Chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of the new firm. "The Diversity Network is solely focused on creating a bridge between American businesses and the wealth of talent that exists in our multicultural work force," said Mr. Archer. "Our goal is to help corporations build a more inclusive culture and improve competitiveness." "It just makes sense," Mr. Archer added, "when selling to diverse markets both here and around the world, to have a diverse workforce, management and leadership team who understand their needs. I am proud to be part of this endeavor because I know The Diversity Network can make a world of difference." Several key indicators showing the impact of diversity on the economy support this endeavor, explained Archer. "By 2009, 70% of new entrants to the workplace will be women and people of color Noun 1. people of color - a race with skin pigmentation different from the white race (especially Blacks) people of colour, colour, color race - people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock; "some biologists doubt that there are important . And, in terms of buying power Buying Power The money an investor has available to buy securities. In a margin account, the buying power is the total cash held in the brokerage account plus maximum margin available. Also referred to as "Excess Equity. , African, Asian and Hispanic Americans alone will be a $2.6 billion market segment. No successful, growth-oriented company can afford to miss this explosive market opportunity." Mr. Archer also announced The Diversity Network's Board of Directors during the press conference. "No other diversity consulting or recruitment agency that I know of today has a Board of Directors comprised of diverse individuals with such unique backgrounds, experience and commitment to promoting diversity as a key to business success," said Archer. "The commitment our Board brings to this new venture is unparalleled and I believe it will propel us to the forefront and help bring new and deserved attention to utilizing diversity as key to improving business competitiveness." Board Members for The Diversity Network include: John Barth Noun 1. John Barth - United States novelist (born in 1930) John Simmons Barth, Barth , Chairman and CEO, Johnson Controls Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI) is a United States company, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and installation of automotive systems, automotive batteries (Optima[1] based in Denver, Colorado) and climate control systems. ; Henry Cisneros, Chairman, American City Vista and City View, Former Secretary of HUD Hud (h  d), a pre-Qur'anic prophet of Islam. Hud unsuccessfully exhorted his South Arabian people, the Ad, to worship the One God. ; Matthew P. Cullen, General Manager, Economic Development and Enterprise Services, General Motors Corporation; Willie D. Davis, President and CEO, All-Pro Broadcasting, Inc.; Luther Elliss, Former NFL NFLabbr. National Football League NFL (US) n abbr (= National Football League) → Fußball-Nationalliga Star and Community Leader; Rick Inatome, CEO, InfiLaw, Inc.; W. Anthony Jenkins, Partner, Dickinson Wright, PLLC PLLC Professional Limited Liability Company PLLC Polk Life and Learning Center (Bartow, FL) PLLC Partners of Limited Liability Corporation ; Florine Mark, President and CEO, The WW Group, Inc.; and Dean C. Pitcairn, Consultant. The Diversity Network has several strategic relationships already in place, including an agreement to work with Wayne County, Michigan Wayne County is a county in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2000 census, the population was 2,061,162 with an estimated population of 1,971,853 as of July 1, 2006. The county seat is Detroit6, the largest city in Michigan. Geography According to the U.S. to assist in their diversity employment and business development initiatives, and an exciting relationship with Fortune Magazine to partner on their annual diversity survey of the Fortune 1000 companies. Employers, job seekers and minority suppliers are encouraged to visit www.thediversitynetwork.com to register, post jobs, identify supplier opportunities, and to learn more about the company's consulting and development services. "The Diversity Network provides a unique avenue where employees from diverse races and ethnic backgrounds can discover new markets for their professional employment and find new opportunities for personal growth and accomplishment," explained Archer. "Our system can match employers and job seekers in a very innovative personal manner to optimize the recruiting process." Attending the press conference today were Wayne County Executive Robert A. Ficano Robert Anthony (Bob) Ficano (b. July 19 1952, Detroit, Michigan), American politician, is County Executive of Wayne County, Michigan. He received his BA in 1974 from Michigan State University, and his JD in 1977 from University of Detroit. , Diversity Best Practices President Edith Fraser, Fortune Magazine's P.J. Boatwright, and representatives from the region's most active corporations and organizations. The conference included comments from Louis Green, President of the Michigan Minority Business Development Council and Tammy Carnrike, Executive Vice President of the Detroit Regional Chamber. Mr. Archer is the former 2-term Mayor of Detroit, former President of the American Bar Association American Bar Association (ABA), voluntary organization of lawyers admitted to the bar of any state. Founded (1878) largely through the efforts of the Connecticut Bar Association, it is devoted to improving the administration of justice, seeking uniformity of law and Chairman of Dickinson Wright law firm. He was recently appointed to Wal-Mart's Employment Practices Advisory Panel. The Diversity Network is a certified minority supplier and a member of the Michigan Minority Business Development Council. The company's headquarters are located in Harper Woods, Michigan Harper Woods is a city located on the eastside of suburban Detroit. The city is located in Wayne County in the state of Michigan. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 14,254. . Additional information regarding The Diversity Network can be found at the company's website, www.thediversitynetwork.com. |
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