McKesson Named to the Diversity Best Practices Inclusion Index

August 18, 2020 |

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McKesson is proud to announce that it has been named to the Diversity Best Practices (DBP) fourth annual Inclusion Index.

IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- McKesson is proud to announce that it has been named to the Diversity Best Practices (DBP) fourth annual Inclusion Index. McKesson was among the 98 organizations that earned a top score and a place on the index.

“McKesson is creating a better future through our collective commitment to move beyond unconscious bias and embrace conscious inclusion,” said Brian Tyler, chief executive officer, McKesson. “Now, more than ever, fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace is essential in supporting our employees, customers and our communities, and I couldn’t be prouder that McKesson continues to be recognized for our dedication to this important work.”

Launched in 2016, Diversity Best Practices is the preeminent organization for mid to large size organizational diversity thought leaders to share best practices and develop innovative solutions for culture change. Through research, resources, benchmarking, publications and events, Diversity Best Practices offers information and strategies on how to implement, grow, measure and create first-in-class diversity programs.

In this year’s index, McKesson was measured in three key areas: best practices in the recruitment, retention and advancement of people from underrepresented groups—women, racial/ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ people; inclusive corporate culture, including leadership accountability; and demographic diversity for women and racial/ethnic minorities.

“We continue to work aggressively and thoughtfully towards our diversity goals and are always striving to foster an inclusive and diverse work culture that inspires belongingness and innovation,” said Traci Dunn, Vice President of Inclusion, Culture and Corporate Impact, McKesson. “It gives us the competitive edge needed to thrive in the healthcare industry where we want to advance matters of equality and inclusion.”

McKesson continues to build on its inclusion and diversity efforts by focusing on accelerating its talent pipeline, evolving its culture of inclusion and driving leader accountability. Simultaneously, leaders within the company are encouraging candid conversations to learn, grow and ensure that bias is not interfering with McKesson’s ability to make decisions and more importantly, that as a company McKesson stands up and leads during challenging times.

About McKesson Corporation

McKesson Corporation is a global leader in healthcare supply chain management solutions, retail pharmacy, community oncology and specialty care, and healthcare information solutions. McKesson partners with pharmaceutical manufacturers, providers, pharmacies, governments and other organizations in healthcare to help provide the right medicines, medical products and healthcare services to the right patients at the right time, safely and cost-effectively. United by our ICARE shared principles, our employees work every day to innovate and deliver opportunities that make our customers and partners more successful — all for the better health of patients. McKesson has been named a “Most Admired Company” in the healthcare wholesaler category by FORTUNE, a “Best Place to Work” by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and a top military-friendly company by Military Friendly. For more information, visit www.mckesson.com.

About Diversity Best Practices

Diversity Best Practices, a division of Working Mother Media, is the preeminent organization for diversity thought leaders to share best practices and develop innovative solutions for culture change. Through research, benchmarking, publications and events, DBP offers members information and strategies on how to implement, grow, measure and create first-in-class diversity programs.