Compassion and empathy are critical, often excluded and often overlooked values that define not only our relationships to each other and to this world, but our corporate culture. With the renewed commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, we explore why empathy and compassion are core business values and uplift corporate strategy.

You can not come up with solutions to complicated and novel problems using the same techniques and tools that we have used for years; and the hiring process is no different. While many organizations are releasing diversity statements and promises to improve, it is still tough to build an inclusive team. Read about how I utilized blind recruitment at Open Rivers, ignored the resume and built my team.

Open Rivers re-launched at the end of 2019 after a short hiatus. We are excited to be back and have a lot to share. In time for the 50th anniversary of Earth Day 2020, our new website is up with updates on our work today.