Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Join the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Applications are now open to join the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Click on the link below to learn more and apply if you are interested in applying.
Click on the link below to learn more and apply if you are interested in applying.
Mission of the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
To bring awareness of diversity and inclusion by empowering our members and community at large.
Vision Statement
To advance equal opportunity in Union County
Work Areas:
1. Increase awareness of diversity among current members
2. Increase the number of under-resourced businesses in the chamber’s membership
3. Increase the number of under-resourced business startups
4. Increase workforce development opportunities for under-resourced populations.
Committee Members
Co-Chair
Dr. Melita Mitchell
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Union County Alumnae Chapter
Co-Chair
David Smith
Edward Jones – David E. Smith
Vania Bredy
Bredy Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab
Dr. Sergio Castello
Wingate University
Michael Evola
Michael T. Evola, Notary Public
Thomas Foster
NC Dept. of Commerce, Div. of Workforce Solutions
Yorda Kidane
Digital Tax Advisory, LLC
Ashley Lantz
Union County Division of Social Services
Linda Little
Union County Public Schools
Melanie Miller
Union County Community Arts Council
John Tillman
Union Academy
Edward Vassar
Atrium Health
Union County Minority Business Makeover Contest Winner Announcement
The Union County Chamber and the Small Business Center at South Piedmont Community College collaborated to host the Union County Minority Business Makeover Contest. The winner, chosen by an independent selection committee, will receive 50 hours of consulting services for their business, along with advertising and promotional opportunities.
WATCH THE RECORDINGS:
Previous Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Presentations
