Delta Air Lines has been named as the number one company for career opportunities for Black employees, according to a new Glassdoor report.that highlighted the state of DE&I at companies. This allows them to gain insight on how Black employees perceive their workplaces in relation to their non-Black colleagues and what areas could use improvement.from Jan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2021, Black employees are less happy with their companies than their counterparts.
Delta Air Lines, the highest-rated amongst Black employees, received a 4.2 average ranking for career opportunities. In their, the airline addressed the gap between the diversity in their front-line talent and their executives, pledging to fulfill their commitment to being an “anti-racist, anti-discrimination organization.”
As of June 2021, Delta’s demographics consisted of 41% women, 24% Black, and 21% ethnic minorities. Through inclusive hiring practices, virtual anti-racism, and business resource groups, Delta has worked towards fostering an environment of trust and support for their Black and POC talent. Microsoft, the second-highest rated amongst Black employees, also received a 4.2 average ranking. The company has several professional development opportunities for Black employees and has committed to doubling the number of African American and Hispanic, and Latinx people managers, senior individual contributors, and senior leaders in the U.S.