Greetings from the Founder of the National Diversity Council, Dennis Kennedy

Dennis Kennedy

As the founder of the National Diversity Council, I would like to welcome you to the third edition of the 2015 Texas Diversity Council Newsletter. I am very proud of the work we have done so far and excited about the momentum we continue to have. The growth of our mission is apparent with the participation in the Montgomery County Women in Leadership Symposium earlier this month as well as the upcoming Golden Triangle Symposium on September 24. We look forward to continuing this knowledge-laden event in both of these new markets, and furthering the creation of a diverse work environment, where people from all walks of life will be able to share their fresh perspectives and viewpoints. As the Texas Diversity Council continues to grow, we will add initiatives and programs, which address a broader variety of topics, such as corporate responsibility, women's leadership, and the importance of education among our youth. We also offer consulting and mentoring services specifically catered to your organization's needs, whether it be the formulation of diversity and inclusion efforts, corporate responsibility programs, or any other initiatives you may require. Also, in response to demand by our many national and state partners, I am pleased to announce the launch of the DiversityFIRST™ Certification Program. This program will prepare qualified professionals to create and implement highly successful D&I strategies for organizational excellence and a competitive edge in today’s global marketplace. Again, it is indeed an exciting time for the Texas and National Diversity Council. For a complete list of all our 2015 events, please visit our website at http://www.texasdiversitycouncil.org/calendar/2015-calendar. I hope you will have the opportunity to participate in some of our upcoming 2015 events and learn more about our organization, as we continue to champion, educate, and raise awareness about diversity issues in Texas- one organization and one community at a time.

Sincerely, Dennis Kennedy Founder and CEO National Diversity Council