Chicago Leaders in Diversity / Diversity in Business

Overview

Leaders in Diversity / Diversity in Business is a regional recognition program run by the Chicago Business Journal (part of the American City Business Journals network) honoring companies, organizations, and individuals who demonstrate outstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and broader community. Honorees are typically profiled by the publication and recognized at an event, which provides local visibility and employer-brand credibility. Selection is editorially driven based on nomination materials rather than being a pay‑to‑play or purely data-driven ranking.

Eligibility Requirements

• Nominee must be based in or have significant operations in the Chicago metropolitan area
• Open to companies, organizations, and individuals demonstrating measurable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A complete online nomination form including narrative responses and supporting details must be submitted by the stated deadline