Global Inclusion & Diversity

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Inclusive, Diverse, Supportive: Two BMS Colleagues on Brazil Workplace Culture

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Bristol Myers Squibb prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture, while at the same time, taking meaningful, deliberate steps to drive equitable advancement and growth opportunities for all. This is especially true at BMS Brazil, where director of human resources, Jennifer Wendling dedicates herself to the strategy behind fostering that inclusive culture, and fleet manager, Ewerton Melchiori has directly experienced some of those growth opportunities in his notable 8+ years at BMS. Nearing a 20-Year Journey, but Still Room to Grow Having spent almost her entire career at BMS, Jennifer reflected on some of those growth opportunities in her own career as well. “People often say, ‘You’ve been at the […]

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Bristol Myers Squibb prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture, while at the same time, taking meaningful, deliberate steps to drive equitable advancement and growth opportunities for all. This is especially true at BMS Brazil, where director of human resources, Jennifer Wendling dedicates herself to the strategy behind fostering that inclusive culture, and fleet manager, Ewerton Melchiori has directly experienced some of those growth opportunities in his notable 8+ years at BMS. Nearing a 20-Year Journey, but Still Room to Grow Having spent almost her entire career at BMS, Jennifer reflected on some of those growth opportunities in her own career as well. “People often say, ‘You’ve been at the

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Leading with Inclusion: Two Careers Driving Diversity in Clinical Trials

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Senior clinical scientist Jessica Brescher and senior engagement strategy lead Erika Heiges are on the forefront of increasing diversity within clinical trial populations, while simultaneously guiding their own career growth through critical work at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). Their fascinating journeys are reflective of many of our BMS colleagues with diverse education and experience who have translated their passions and learning objectives into interesting and meaningful careers. “In conducting clinical research, we cannot be exclusive or biased to one particular patient population,” said Erika. “We need to make sure that all patient communities participate in our studies so that science and research reflects the epidemiology of the disease being studied.”

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Senior clinical scientist Jessica Brescher and senior engagement strategy lead Erika Heiges are on the forefront of increasing diversity within clinical trial populations, while simultaneously guiding their own career growth through critical work at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). Their fascinating journeys are reflective of many of our BMS colleagues with diverse education and experience who have translated their passions and learning objectives into interesting and meaningful careers. “In conducting clinical research, we cannot be exclusive or biased to one particular patient population,” said Erika. “We need to make sure that all patient communities participate in our studies so that science and research reflects the epidemiology of the disease being studied.”

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The LGBTQ+ Community Finds a Welcoming, Inclusive Environment Within BMS

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The transformational work being done at Bristol Myers Squibb can be as rewarding as it is challenging. Our colleagues find that representing their whole, authentic selves in the workplace lets them confidently perform at their highest level on a regular basis. Respect, recognition and dignity allow for the expression of who they are as individuals as well as what they are capable of. At BMS, our LGBTQ+ community members have found an environment where a diversity of thought, spirit, education, background and culture are not only celebrated but an integral part of growing our business, recruiting top talent and nurturing excellence, making everyone capable of doing some of the most

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The transformational work being done at Bristol Myers Squibb can be as rewarding as it is challenging. Our colleagues find that representing their whole, authentic selves in the workplace lets them confidently perform at their highest level on a regular basis. Respect, recognition and dignity allow for the expression of who they are as individuals as well as what they are capable of. At BMS, our LGBTQ+ community members have found an environment where a diversity of thought, spirit, education, background and culture are not only celebrated but an integral part of growing our business, recruiting top talent and nurturing excellence, making everyone capable of doing some of the most

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Inspire Young Minds with STEM: BMS Volunteer and Disability Advocate Julie Meade

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Passionate volunteers from Bristol Myers Squibb are often out and about in the community promoting the diverse and fascinating careers available within science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). They’re opening eyes, minds and possibilities to those early in their career and students — some even as young as middle school age. Such was the case recently at a Tomorrow’s Innovators STEM event near the BMS New Jersey campus that was particularly meaningful to Julie Meade, Scientific Writer in Global Scientific & Regulatory Documentation with BMS, and her audience, a group of middle school students with disabilities and allies. Hands-on STEM events like this are examples of BMS’s culture and commitment

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Passionate volunteers from Bristol Myers Squibb are often out and about in the community promoting the diverse and fascinating careers available within science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). They’re opening eyes, minds and possibilities to those early in their career and students — some even as young as middle school age. Such was the case recently at a Tomorrow’s Innovators STEM event near the BMS New Jersey campus that was particularly meaningful to Julie Meade, Scientific Writer in Global Scientific & Regulatory Documentation with BMS, and her audience, a group of middle school students with disabilities and allies. Hands-on STEM events like this are examples of BMS’s culture and commitment

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Hands-on Career Training for Members of Blind and Low Vision Community

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At BMS, we are intentional about finding innovative ways to support individuals with disabilities, including offering training they need to move forward with their career. This is exactly how Project Orion was born—our new fellowship program that creates opportunities for talented individuals who are blind or low vision to find success in their professional lives. “Project Orion is the first of its kind for BMS, and really, our industry,” said Jeremy Urshel, Talent Acquisition Partner & Co-Lead for Project Orion. And with nearly 70 percent of blind or low vision Americans being unemployed or underemployed, we could all do more to support this community by building relationships and providing hands-on

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At BMS, we are intentional about finding innovative ways to support individuals with disabilities, including offering training they need to move forward with their career. This is exactly how Project Orion was born—our new fellowship program that creates opportunities for talented individuals who are blind or low vision to find success in their professional lives. “Project Orion is the first of its kind for BMS, and really, our industry,” said Jeremy Urshel, Talent Acquisition Partner & Co-Lead for Project Orion. And with nearly 70 percent of blind or low vision Americans being unemployed or underemployed, we could all do more to support this community by building relationships and providing hands-on