Thanks to the entire African American Network
for creating an opportunity for me, along with Executive Committee members to
be part of the Diversity and Inclusion Executive Speaker Series sponsored by
the African American Network. I appreciate the questions that came in and I
learned a lot about what is important to our employees by hearing their
questions and seeing their comments.
As I shared, I believe we have continued work
to do to create a more diverse workforce and inclusive environment at Capital
One. I’m encouraged by some of the grassroots efforts our associates have led
to kick off new programs like EAGLE (East Asian Growth and Leadership Effort)
and WALDI (Women Analyst Leadership Development Initiative) and I hope more of these
associate-led initiatives take flight this year.
I feel strongly that leaders – and that
includes me – need to encourage open conversations focused on both diversity
and inclusion especially as part of our people practices like recruiting,
talent development, training, stretch assignments, etc.
I invite you to join me in supporting our
guiding principles of Connect, Educate and Empower.
-Ryan Schneider, President, US Card
Note: This was adapted for external audiences from an internal blog posted on 03/2016
