business Council
The Midland Business Inclusion Council is made up of eleven representatives from the county’s largest employers to small, locally owned businesses committed to growing a diverse business community. The council provides:
Big-picture visibility for the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion to economic development
Direct impact on business policy and practice that influences diverse community growth
Sponsorship for initiatives to build inclusive community
Business Council Objectives:
Educate business leaders about the data-supported importance of DEI to business success
Assist area companies in incorporating internal and external DEI policies and best practices
Inspire executive leaders to ensure diversity, equity and inclusive leadership at the visioning and decision-making tables that matter
Provides development and sponsorship opportunities for leaders in underrepresented people groups