Episode 6: How Atlas World Group Built a Stronger Company Through Diversity| Kelly Cruse Interview
About the episode
Step back from buzzwords and learn how Atlas World Group creates high-performing teams by teaching employees how to look at different points of view. Kelly Cruse, VP of Human Resources and Chief Diversity Officer for Atlas, joins HDT's Deborah Lockridge to talk about how a diversity of views and backgrounds makes the company stronger. Sponsored by Shell Multi Service Fuel Card * In this episode, we explore how the company developed and implemented a meaningful diversity, equity, and inclusion training program that earned it the ATA Change Leader Award in 2024. Learn how company-wide training focused on implicit bias, inclusion, and fostering a sense of belonging across the organization. Discover how this initiative led to policy changes, such as paid parental leave, improved building accessibility, and inclusive workplace design. You’ll also hear how the company uses employee listening sessions, community partnerships, and internal leadership support to create a culture where every team member feels respected and valued — whether they’re in the office, the shop, or behind the wheel. Plus, Kelly addresses the current national debate around DEI and explains why these efforts remain essential to building a high-performing team and serving a diverse customer base.
