Degree
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Anthropology
Document Type
Dissertation
Abstract
This dissertation examines the multifaceted challenges confronted by Chief Diversity Officers (CDOs) within Corporate America and delineates the strategies they deploy to navigate these obstacles. Through qualitative interviews and analysis of corporate policies across diverse sectors, this study identifies key barriers to implementing effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including resistance to change, limited resources, and organizational culture. It further explores innovative strategies CDOs employ to foster inclusive environments and drive systemic change. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the CDO role and offer practical insights for enhancing DEI effectiveness in corporate settings.
Date
3-31-2025
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Miracle R., "Leading the Charge: Chief Diversity Officers Overcoming Barriers and Shaping Diversity Leadership in the U.S." (2025). LSU Doctoral Dissertations. 6753.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_dissertations/6753
Committee Chair
Jackson, Joyce
Included in
African American Studies Commons, African Languages and Societies Commons, Business Administration, Management, and Operations Commons, Gender, Race, Sexuality, and Ethnicity in Communication Commons, Organizational Behavior and Theory Commons, Organizational Communication Commons, Other Anthropology Commons, Other Sociology Commons, Place and Environment Commons, Politics and Social Change Commons, Race and Ethnicity Commons, Social and Cultural Anthropology Commons, Social Influence and Political Communication Commons, Social Psychology and Interaction Commons