Arcadis, a leading global design and consultancy organization for natural and built assets, has appointed Lisa Stone as the Global Strategic Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Director for its Resilience Global Business Area and the Americas. In her new role, Stone will lead the implementation of the firm’s global DEIB strategic framework, priorities, and programs, continuing the company’s efforts in creating a culture of belonging for its employees.
Stone, who brings over 20 years of experience in Human Resources and Diversity and Inclusion practices from her time at HSBC, AOL Time Warner, and Freddie Mac, will work to drive diverse, equitable, and inclusive employee experiences at Arcadis. Prior to joining Arcadis, she was Chief People and Inclusion Officer and Executive Vice President of People and Talent at DC Water, where she led the utility’s people and inclusion strategy.
Diversity and Inclusion Deliver Benefits
Lisa Stone believes that diversity of people and of thought delivers benefits to companies, organizational culture, clients, and projects. She is thrilled to join a company that has DEI&B embedded as a business imperative, rather than just an idea. Stone’s appointment reinforces Arcadis’s commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as fundamental to its growth and success.
Nana Berchie, Global People Director—Diversity, Belonging & Human Rights, expressed her delight at Stone’s appointment. She said, “Lisa brings a tremendous amount of experience and commitment in the DEI&B and human rights space. We look forward to the color and perspectives she will add to our many conversations and initiatives around increasing representation and strengthening an environment of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging.”
Commitment to DEI&B and Human Rights
Stone’s commitment to DEI&B and human rights is evident in her membership of several industry organizations. She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Diversity and Member Inclusion Council, the U.S. Water Alliance Advisory Council for Racial Equity, and the National Society for Black Engineers (NSBE). She actively supports nonprofit organizations Suited for Change and Northern Virginia Family Services.
Stone’s appointment reflects Arcadis’s commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as fundamental to its growth and success. The firm recognizes that a diverse and inclusive workforce not only leads to better business outcomes but also improves the lives of its employees and the communities it serves.
Creating a Culture of Belonging
Arcadis has been working to create a culture of belonging for its employees for several years now. The firm has implemented a range of initiatives, including a Diversity and Inclusion Council, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and unconscious bias training. It has also set up a Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Steering Committee to oversee the firm’s DEI efforts worldwide.
Arcadis has set ambitious diversity and inclusion targets for itself, including achieving gender parity in its workforce by 2025 and increasing the representation of underrepresented groups by 25%. The firm has also committed to advancing DEI&B in the communities it serves, such as through pro bono work for nonprofits and supporting programs that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Looking to the Future
As Lisa Stone takes up her new role, she will work with Arcadis’s leadership team to advance the firm’s DEI&B goals. Her appointment is part of Arcadis’s ongoing efforts to create a culture of belonging that attracts, retains, and develops top talent from diverse backgrounds. The firm recognizes that fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for achieving its strategic objectives and for maintaining its position as a leading global design and consultancy organization.
Stone’s appointment also underscores the growing recognition of the importance of DEI&B in business. Research has shown that companies that prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion are more innovative, more competitive, and more successful. They are also better able to attract and retain top talent, and to build stronger relationships with their customers and communities.
As the world becomes increasingly diverse, companies that fail to prioritize DEI&B risk falling behind. Stone’s appointment shows that Arcadis is committed to staying ahead of the curve and leading the way in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Conclusion
Arcadis’s appointment of Lisa Stone as Global Strategic Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Director is a significant step in the firm’s ongoing efforts to create a culture of belonging for its employees. Stone’s extensive experience in Human Resources and Diversity and Inclusion practices makes her well-suited to lead the implementation of the firm’s global DEIB strategic framework, priorities, and programs.
Stone’s appointment underscores Arcadis’s commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as fundamental to its growth and success. The firm recognizes that fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for achieving its strategic objectives and for maintaining its position as a leading global design and consultancy organization.
As Lisa Stone takes up her new role, she will work with Arcadis’s leadership team to advance the firm’s DEI&B goals. Her appointment shows that Arcadis is committed to staying ahead of the curve and leading the way in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the business world.
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