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“ This is more important than ever as we look to grow by building purpose-driven brands that matter to more and more people around the world .”

Clorox brands , from the namesake cleaning products to Hidden Valley , Kingsford , Glad , Brita and Burt ’ s Bees , to name a few , are found in 9 out of 10 U . S . households . “ Think about that – that ’ s almost every household in America . With that kind of reach , we have a huge opportunity to make a positive impact on people through our company ’ s purpose to champion people to be well and thrive every single day .

“ In my role , I can help make sure the work we are doing – inside the company , through our brands and in our communities – is done with diversity , inclusion , and equity at its core .”

Shanique brings to the role years of experience working in the diversity and inclusion space , with positions at UTA , BuzzFeed , Anheuser-Busch InBev , NBCUniversal and GE , serving as the driving force behind the design of many significant , global DEI learning and development programs , pushing industry-leading changes in wage investments and creating employee inclusion groups .

In her most recent role as executive director of inclusion at United Talent Agency ( UTA ), she spearheaded the company ’ s efforts to model inclusion for the industry . Joining UTA in 2018 , Shanique oversaw internal communications , and helped guide UTA ’ s early efforts to build a thriving diversity and inclusion program . She worked alongside the UTA Foundation to direct a US $ 1 million donation to social justice causes and elevate senior leaders of colour to the Board of Directors and Partnership at UTA . While being a business and growthoriented leader , Shanique ’ s commitment extends far beyond just her job . As

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recently launched the Healthy Parks Project , an environmental justice platform that bridges the company ’ s ESG commitments to healthy lives , a clean world and thriving communities . Along with making a $ 200,000 donation to Oakland Parks and Recreation Foundation , more than 60 employees volunteered to support the improvement of DeFremery Park in West Oakland , a neighbourhood disproportionately impacted by poor health outcomes .

18 September 2022