It finally feels like fall here at The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

As the year comes to end, it seems like the perfect time to remind us all of what we stand for, why we’re here, and what we’ve all worked so hard to achieve in 2023.

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center firmly believes that diversity is not just a buzzword, but a fundamental pillar that underpins our values, culture, and success. We recognize that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is not only the right thing to do but also essential for innovation, growth, and the well-being of our community. We are dedicated to promoting DEI across all aspects of our organization.

Our Mission: Built to Host. For Everyone. We are committed to diverse, equitable, and inclusive practices, providing equal opportunities that drive innovative solutions for our internal and external community.

Our Goals: To embrace the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion culture by increasing our awareness in the workplace and ensuring our internal and external communications reflect our goals.

Education and Training: Our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion is exemplified through our continuous efforts to provide training for all employees. To date, the majority of our staff have successfully completed Unconscious Bias training.

Community Engagement: We are actively engaged in initiatives that support our local communities and advance DEI efforts beyond our organization. We believe in the importance of being responsible.

We remain steadfast in our commitment to creating a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. To achieve this, we will continue to listen to our employees, learn from their experiences, and adapt our strategies accordingly.

Thank you for your ongoing support in our shared mission to create diverse, equitable, and inclusive practices, providing equal opportunities that drive innovative solutions for our internal and external community.

Best Regards,

Rocsean Spencer, MCA
Chief Diversity Officer