KONE, a global company in the elevator and escalator industry, has appointed Renia Coleman as Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) for KONE Americas.
The industry veteran will to continue to shape culture, strategic initiatives and ’employer of choice priorities’, said the company. In this role, Coleman will oversee, guide and drive a culture of inclusion, belonging and diversity promotion across the organisation. She will also develop and drive key partnerships internally and externally.
“We are thrilled to have Renia bring her deep experience in diversity and inclusion to KONE Americas,” stated Ken Schmid, Executive Vice President of KONE Americas. “I have full confidence in her ability to empower our company to embrace change and continue to drive a culture where everyone feels comfortable, informed, welcomed and valued; and ultimately, considers KONE to be their employer of choice.”
VALUABLE ADDITION TO THE TEAM
Coleman will be based in Lisle and report directly to Nicole Manzo, Senior Vice President of Human Resources for KONE Americas. “I’m excited to have Renia on board,” said Manzo . “She will be a valuable addition to our team and further supports our ongoing initiatives as KONE builds out an even more collaborative, positive workplace culture of diversity, inclusion and equity.”
Coleman brings more than 15 years of leadership experience to KONE Americas, including expertise in core human resource disciplines of inclusion strategy, talent management, recruitment, change and transformational leadership; along with advanced knowledge of human capital and people strategies.
Commenting on the new role, Coleman stated: “I have been impressed by KONE’s leadership and commitment to continuing to adapt to current environments and drive a culture of inclusion. I’m excited to collaborate with employees at all levels. Working together, we will take the KONE reputation to a heightened level in the industry; further establishing KONE as a great place to work.”
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