The objective of the Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity Committee is to promote an environment of Equity, Inclusion and Diversity within NEWH, Inc. and NEWH Chapters/Regional Groups by focusing on programs that provide scholarships, networking opportunities, education, and recognition of the work and achievements of our members.

Why EID and not DEI? Here are some thoughts from members about the acronym.

I never thought about leading with the E, but I actually really like that idea. Equity requires the most action and not just talk. Equity involves putting resources into developing and elevating marginalized communities. And like your consultant said, the access leads to inclusion and diversity. Equity requires work and is so important!

Diversity initiatives should focus on ensuring equity and inclusion in pattern and practice which ultimately yields diversity

Ultimately, whatever language you decide to use should be the result of a dialogue about the what and why of your equity work and the final decision should center the voices of those who are most impacted by inequities in your sector.

 



NEWH Equity/Inclusion/Diversity Team

 

Valerie Coleman
Vice President/Equity, Inclusion & Diversity
Marriott International, Inc.
Senior Interior Design Manager

Leonardo Luciano
Director/Equity, Inclusion & Diversity
P/Kaufmann Contract
West Coast Sales Manager

 

 

 

 

 


Doug Amirault
Toronto
Choice Hotels Canada

Beth Bierly-Goodworth

Arizona
Best Western Hotels & Resorts

Rosalie Capiral-Little
Atlanta
Lou Verne by Studio 11 Design
Jessica Casiano
Washington DC Metro
Marriott International, Inc.
 

Holly Gonzales
Mid-South Region
CANVAS Group, Inc.

Linda Hinojosa
Orange County Regional
Formica Corporation

Ant Khummongkhol

San Francisco Bay Area
Bar Architects & Interiors

Tabatha Luciano
Chicago
Shelby Williams
 

Jill Matsumoto
Dallas
Wabi Sabi Hospitality

Mina Noimuang
Los Angeles
MDC Interior Solutions

Elena Oglesby
South Florida
Erica Shamrock Textiles

Ani Quintero
Las Vegas
M | R Design Lab
Ryan Richards
Rocky Mountain
DH Companies

Joemy Vega
Sunshine
DV Studio

Lissette Wispe
New York
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts