What Happened?
Chicago, IL-based United States Cellular Corporation hired Linal Harris as Chief Diversity Officer.
About the Company
Considering where to invest your time, talent and ambition? Select the team that`s determined to be the best, offering the ability to make a positive difference for every customer, a unique culture and competitive rewards. Choose Uscellular. With more than 5.1 million customers, we are one of the nation`s largest wireless carriers. Consistently honored as a top workplace, we empower our 5,400+ associates to make meaningful contributions to our success and that of the communities where we live and work with outreach, education initiatives and volunteerism. Here, you`ll find a broad array of resources for learning and development. You`ll enjoy almost endless opportunities for career advancement and a highly supportive team defined by the Dynamic Organization, a culture rooted in diversity, relationships, respect, empowerment and innovation. If you`re determined to be the best, join our talent network. Then select your ideal opportunity to soar with an industry leader.
About the Person
Linal Harris is an international business professional, Fortune 500 company executive, writer, speaker, entrepreneur, radio host and life coach. He is also the recipient of a number of honors and awards. Harris currently leads in the role of Chief Diversity Officer, for U.S. Cellular®, and in this role he develops and oversees their diversity strategies, talent programs and community outreach for the organization. Previous to taking this role, Harris assisted in the start-up and management of multiple call centers across the globe with efforts in countries like India, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Jamaica. He has over 15 years of leadership, business operations and technology experience. Harris has held positions with a number of Fortune 500 companies, both domestic and international which has provided him a unique perspective on diversity and the impacts of globalization on achieving superior business results. Under Harris’ leadership U.S. Cellular® has received a number of awards for their continued support of diverse suppliers and their work within diverse communities. Chicago is home for Harris and he has a strong passion for inspirational leadership and outreach within his community.
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