Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Join the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Applications are now open to join the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Click on the link below to learn more and apply if you are interested in applying.
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October 18 - November 15 2024
Mission of the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
To bring awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion by empowering our members and community at large.
Vision Statement
To advance equal opportunity in Union County
Work Areas:
1. Increase awareness of diversity among current members
2. Increase the number of under-resourced businesses in the chamber’s membership
3. Increase the number of under-resourced business startups
4. Increase workforce development opportunities for under-resourced populations.
Resource Guide for Employers and Employees
Committee Members
Co-Chair
Dr. Melita Mitchell
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Union County Alumnae Chapter
Co-Chair
Dr. Sergio Castello
Wingate University
David Casper
Union Diversified Industries, Inc
Michael Evola
Michael T. Evola, Notary Public
Dr Maria Lander
Our Future in UNiSON
Linda Little
Union County Public Schools
Lakeysha Medlin
Town of Marshville
Melanie Miller
Union County Community Arts Council
David Smith
Edward Jones - David E. Smith AAMS® Financial Advisor
Tanisha Staton
Legacy Movement Financial Services LLC
Erica Tyrone
Greiner Bio-One
Edward Vassar
Atrium Health
Union County Minority Business Makeover Contest Winner Announcement
The Union County Chamber and the Small Business Center at South Piedmont Community College collaborated to host the Union County Minority Business Makeover Contest. The winner, chosen by an independent selection committee, will receive 50 hours of consulting services for their business, along with advertising and promotional opportunities.
