Headlines

Gap Seeks to Boost Diversity

The company is expanding an initiative to hire more diverse store staff

Published

6 years ago

August 17, 2018

The Gap (San Francisco) announced that it will be expanding its “This Way Ahead” program that seeks to increase diversity within its staff.

The program does this by actively recruiting workers from low-income neighborhoods despite their recent or relevant work experience. For instance, hiring staff will focus on applicants’ potential—such as their work ethic and time management skills—rather than on credentials, according to Los Angeles Times.

The program has been around for 11 years but will now expand from 15 cities to more than 50 globally. It is also partnering with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to connect with potential program candidates.

MasterClass: ‘Re-Sparkling’ Retail: Using Store Design to Build Trust, Faith and Brand Loyalty

HOW CAN WE EMPOWER and inspire senior leaders to see design as an investment for future retail growth? This session, led by retail design expert Ian Johnston from Quinine Design, explores how physical stores remain unmatched in the ability to build trust, faith, and loyalty with your customers, ultimately driving shareholder value.

Presented by:
Ian Johnston
Founder and Creative Director, Quinine Design