Diversity

Kavy Lenon

Kavy Lenon is an advocate for her community on and off the job

As a supplier diversity manager at Meijer, Kavy Lenon works to improve Meijer’s partner diversity for internal and external processes. Nicknamed “Wonder Woman,” she also brings her ample energy and passion to her work as an advocate for minority populations in West Michigan and beyond. 

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Kelly Springer is CEO of Metal Flow Corp.
Metal Flow CEO honored as Woman of Achievement and Courage

Kelly Springer says she is honored to be one of six women statewide being recognized by Michigan Women Forward. She says she is committed to the organization, whose mission is to promote financial independence, economic justice, and gender equity for Michigan women and girls.  

Jessa Challa is a software engineer and principal community liaison at the Grand Rapids software firm Mallowfields.
IT industry issues call for those with Tech Talent to create gender-diverse workforce

Job seekers and IT professionals are invited to attend IT’s Happening West Michigan. The free virtual networking event on March 25 also offers an opportunity for women to meet with local employers and, perhaps, help close the gender gap in the industry. 

Robyn Afrik is Ottawa County’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Ottawa County DEI office details first year on the job

Ottawa County's relatively new Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has issued its first report, detailing the successes and trials of the past year.

Joe Matthews is the Vice President of Purchasing and Diversity Officer for Zeeland-based Gentex Corp.
Lakeshore Advantage launches ‘certify your business’ video series

The series explains why diverse business owners should consider certification. Each Lakeshore Advantage video features a certification support provider.

Eva S. Alexander is the new executive director of Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates.
Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates brings on new leadership

LIA’s founder is passing the leadership baton to the nonprofit’s next executive director, Eva S. Alexander. The move is part of the organization’s strategic plan to continue providing legal services, education, and advocacy to the immigrant community in West Michigan.

The WOC Give leadership team (L to R): Simone Weithers, Rebekah Bakker, Arena Ellis, Yah-Hanna Jenkins Leys, Robyn Afrik, Lina Pierson with Lucia Rios in the front. Not pictured are Christine Mwangi, Yah-Sheba Jenkins, and Kim Koeman.
Women of Color Give ‘thrilled’ to launch first distribution

The diverse philanthropy collective kicks off its first give with nominations of organizations that serve BIPOC communities, followed by a detailed application process and a pitch session with WOC Give members.   

Nelson Figueroa
U-M is next stop for Promise Scholar with a passion for the environment

Growing up in a single-parent home taught this 2020 Holland High School graduate independence and resilience. Nelson Figueroa believes those attributes will serve him well at U-M, where he plans to study environmental engineering.

A presenter addresses attendees at LEDA's annual summit.
Foundation grants $105,000 to groups focused on racial equity

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area is giving $105,000 to five organizations and initiatives working to address racial equity and implicit bias.

Gloria Lara is the Executive Director of the Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance.
LEDA launches weekly conversations on racial inequalities

The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance has launched a series of weekly Facebook Live events, leading up to the virtual 2020 Summit on Race and Inclusion: Vision & Voices on July 21.

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