NEWS + VIEWS

by Ketchum| June 26, 2020

Last week, Ketchum closed for Juneteenth. It was the first time many employees were made aware of the holiday’s significance, and it created an opportunity for them to reflect on what this day means not only to Black Americans, but to themselves. We asked our leaders to share some of their learnings from this important […]

by Ketchum| June 18, 2020

As part of Ketchum’s Juneteenth observance, we reached out to Dr. Tony Allen, a member of our DE&I Advisory Board, to offer some perspective. Dr. Allen is President of Delaware State University, committed to a vision of the most diverse, contemporary HBCU (Historically Black College/University) in America. Before his tenure at DSU—which has included roles […]

by Rayanne Zackery| June 9, 2020

As the nation confronts COVID-19 and the systemic racism brought to light by Black Lives Matter, it is more critical than ever to get inclusive communication right. Many recent COVID related campaigns have shared a common theme around “We’re in this together.” I know it is well-intentioned, but I cringe when I hear that phrase. […]

by Greg Dauphin| June 4, 2020

I am not comfortable writing this post. However, as a member of the black community, unpacking this discomfort is the reason I am writing. Because these are uncomfortable times. And if I’m not willing to be uncomfortable—if we all are shying away from uncomfortable topics—then how can we do the work to bring about meaningful […]

by Barri Rafferty| June 4, 2020

The recent events remind us that as racism and intolerance continue to plague our world, it is incumbent upon all of us to condemn acts of hatred and violence toward marginalized communities—now. We know this is an incredibly painful time for the black and brown communities, including members of our Ketchum family. In the past […]