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Pride Month Employee Spotlight: “Diversity Drives Creativity”


Republic Services is proud to be a workplace where employees of all backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and faith feel safe, respected, and valued. As part of our celebration of Pride Month, we’ve shared a series of employee spotlights throughout June. Today’s spotlight features JD K., Vice President, Marketing, and Lis T., Safety Representative.

“When asked what I like most about working at Republic Services my answer is always the same, the people. We foster an environment where LGBTQIA+ team members feel welcomed, included, and can contribute to solving tough environmental challenges every day. I believe that diversity drives creativity, innovation, and results, and I’m proud to work for a company that celebrates diversity in its many forms. Happy Pride!” – JD K., Vice President, Marketing

“The progress I have seen in the last few years has been astonishing, but we need to continue to work together to build a bright future for the LGBTQ+ community. Acceptance must be a priority, especially within diverse and inclusive teams. I’ve worked places where I’ve had to hide my life and who I am, but not at Republic Services. I can be myself at home and at work, and I feel proud to be part of an organization committed to honoring the diversity of all its team members.” – Lis T., Safety Representative

To read other Pride Month employee spotlights, click here.


Pride Month Selfies!

Show us how you are supporting Pride Month. Submit photos of you, your family, co-workers, and teams to BlueNation@RepublicServices.com. Your photo may be featured as part of a collage on Blue Nation!