TOIYA SOSA ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT , CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER , RIVERSIDE HEALTH SYSTEMS

Final thoughts In sum , CDOs are playing an increasingly vital role in promoting diversity and inclusion within businesses , as shown by the rising number of CDO hires and their impact on business growth . They are responsible for strategies focused on ensuring a diverse workforce , recommending and implementing overall DEI strategy , while organisations must prioritise diversity to reflect the multicultural consumer base and understand the market impact of their products and services .

Businesses that have not yet welcomed a CDO , or someone with an equivalent focus , need to prioritise the establishment of such a position to effectively address DEI initiatives and harness the benefits they bring to business growth and success .

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