NKF appoints leader of its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts
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The National Kidney Foundation has appointed Chris Jackson as its first chief people officer.
In this role, Jackson will oversee the organization’s human resources department while shaping a diversity, equity and inclusion strategy to support the wide array of patients with kidney disease, according to a press release.
“Creating the chief people officer role is a pivotal next step in establishing a sustainable infrastructure that is paramount to our long-term success,” Kevin Longino, CEO of NKF, said in the release. “I am excited to have Chris join the NKF leadership team and the NKF family. Chris has a history of creating diverse and inclusive cultures and I am confident that in this new role he will help us build a stronger, even more inclusive environment, while ensuring every voice within the organization is heard.”
The release noted that Jackson has recently launched a consulting career to help smaller companies and organizations establish HR programs and that he “has been committed to diversity and promoting broader representation in the workforce” throughout his career.
“I am thrilled to accept the role of chief people officer for the National Kidney Foundation, supporting their mission to enhance lives through action, education, and accelerating change,” Jackson said in the release. “Addressing racial and ethnic disparities has been, and will continue to be, a critical issue for National Kidney Foundation. NKF is united in helping to overcome the health disparities that exits for all communities of color. I am committed to this mission and helping craft an organization best suited to serve patients, families, and everyone who wants to take a proactive role in their health. What’s more, NKF’s commitment to diversity and broader representation in their workforce is going to help save lives and have profound impact on all communities in the years to come.”
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