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Apple doubles down on diversity efforts after controversies, hiring Denise Young Smith in newly created role

on May 24, 2017 | 0 comments

By Rebecca Stewart

Apple has enlisted longtime employee Denise Smith Young head up its diversity efforts in the newly-created role of vice-president of diversity and inclusion.

Smith, who has been at Apple since 1997 will report directly to chief executive Tim Cook, having moved over from her previous post as vice-president of global talent and human resources.

“Our inclusion and diversity efforts are critically important to Apple’s future. Denise’s years of experience, expertise and passion will help us make an even greater impact in this area,” said the company in a statement.

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Source: The Drum