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The power of representation in the 21st century workforce


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The winds of change are blowing, and employers are adapting to ensure they continue to meet their business goals, while prioritizing employee health, wealth and wellbeing. Increasingly, they’re recognizing the inherent value of a diverse workforce that not only looks like America but mirrors their client base. 

Today’s workforce is wonderfully inclusive, with their own talents, backgrounds and life experiences. Meeting their varied needs requires a comprehensive, personalized approach incorporating both high-tech and high-touch components to deliver a benefits advantage to employee and employer alike. 

In this short video, Alight CEO Dave Guilmette shares his thoughts on why a diverse leadership team is crucial to an organization’s business success. Specifically, he speaks to the strategic advantage of having a leadership team that mirrors not only the employee base but the communities served by the business.

Dave Guilmette
Dave Guilmette
By Dave Guilmette

As CEO of Alight, Dave is dedicated to guiding the company's strategic direction while maintaining the foundational strengths that have driven Alight's success for over 40 years. Previously, Dave served as CEO of Global Health Solutions at Aon, driving growth and profitability. He also advised the CEO on innovation, solution development, partnerships, and M&A strategy. Before Aon, Dave held leadership roles at Cigna and Towers Perrin (Willis Towers Watson), including Managing Director of the global Health and Welfare business.

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