We have a host of reasons to be grateful for and respect our military veterans, but my recent conversation with Retired Senior Chief Petty Officer Henry Guevara on Parent Boss Leader (PBL) reminded me once again of a few realities: veterans are talented, well-trained, and have many important skills civilians don’t initially recognize. When I […]
“Ally” can be a noun or a verb, and thus has several meanings, including in a DE&I context. When I need a definition, my first step is to check Merriam-Webster, which did not disappoint in this case. Their definition of the word as it pertains to DE&I is one of the more elegant I have […]
The CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 has been signed into law, which is good news for America! There is a lot to like in this bill, and contrary to some headlines, it’s not just good for the tech industry. No bill is perfect, but the CHIPS Act invests in scientific and technological innovation and […]
The Emmy nominations were announced yesterday, and The Dropout, the excellent portrayal of the Elizabeth Holmes story, was nominated for outstanding limited series. Amanda Seyfried is wonderful as Elizabeth and is nominated for an Emmy herself. The show is a fascinating window into what happened at Theranos, and if you haven’t seen it yet, I […]
Certification. Proposal. Supply Portal. These terms might strike fear in your heart if you’re familiar with them. But if you are a minority business trying to break into government and corporate supplier ranks, they are your best friends. And while they don’t necessarily suggest the most glamorous or fun parts of doing business, these terms […]
Santa Clara, CA – ATR International (ATR) has been named to the 2022 edition of Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) list of diversity-owned staffing firms. The recognition on this year’s list, billed by SIA as “a great resource for the workforce solutions ecosystem,” is a direct reflection of ATR’s maturation into a diverse supplier of choice […]
In a tough hiring market, there is no such thing as a minor advantage—if it can give you an edge in finding top talent, it’s worth considering. It’s long been established that employee referral programs are a great addition to your overall recruitment strategy, but have you thought about starting a corporate alumni program? Almost […]
We’re all prone to doomscrolling. With so much uncertainty and tumult in our newsfeeds, it can feel like 2022 is spiraling out of control. But there’s reason for optimism in the tech industry, and after reading ATR International’s 2022 Silicon Valley IT Salary Guide, you’ll understand why. All the latest salary figures you need are […]
I attended the Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council’s (WRMSDC) 2022 Excellence in Supplier Diversity Awards Gala the other night, with an emphasis on the gala part! It was a great evening honoring wonderful, well-deserving people and organizations from across the supplier diversity community. It was the first in-person WRMSDC event since before the pandemic […]