In recognition of Black History Month, ELFA Equity Committee member Christopher Johnson is discussing the importance of DEI across a variety of channels. Gain insights from the following resources featuring Johnson, who is SVP & President at Pitney Bowes Global Financial Services:

• Financial services, Black America and the Evolution of DEI - Despite the rise of corporate diversity initiatives, systemic hurdles still keep many minorities from working in finance, Johnson writes in this opinion piece in CFO Dive.
• A Diverse Workforce: Now More Essential Than Ever – As we think about Black History Month, Johnson asks in this blog post, “What are we doing to bring about equity? How are we working to include communities that have been traditionally excluded?”

• American Diversity Report Podcast – In this interview, Johnson discusses his background in financial services, the power of diversity, and his advice for the next generation of industry professionals.

Visit the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion page to learn more about the ELFA Equity Committee and its previous contributions to Black History Month and other heritage events throughout the year. Save the Date: The ELFA Equity Forum will be held Sept. 13-14 in New Orleans.