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Pride Month 2023

“Together, we’re changing the world – our planet – from a place of violence and war to a place of love and diversity and acceptance. That is why we’re here. That’s the big, long rainbow – from before me to well after me.”

– Gilbert Baker, artist, designer, activist and creator of the rainbow flag

William Hughston

ANNOUNCING THE PRIDE ERG

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) play a vital role in creating a sense of belonging at Chesapeake Utilities. They bring us together based on common experiences and interests. ERG Awareness Week was April 24-28; many of you showed your support and participated in the various ERG events.

Until recently, Chesapeake had nine ERGs that allow employees to build connections across the organization while strengthening our workplace culture.

In May, we announced a 10th ERG, the new Pride ERG at Chesapeake. This ERG will focus on inclusion for employees within the LGBTQIA+ community, including supporters and allies.

Lindsay Foy is the executive sponsor for the Pride ERG. Barry Rainey is the Pride ERG chair, and Jessica Coxe is the second chair.

If you are interested in participating, please reach out to one of the Pride ERG leads or email [email protected].

William Hughston
Vice President, Chief HR Officer

Pride ERG

Progress ● Support ● Inclusion

Lindsay Foy

“I’m thrilled that we are establishing a Pride ERG at Chesapeake Utilities and honored to be its executive sponsor. I attended an event hosted by the Pride ERG at my previous employer and was incredibly moved by statements made by one of the members of the group. She spoke about how being part of the Pride ERG had given her the confidence to “bring her whole self to work,” whereas previously she worried about whether she should mention her wife in conversation at work or display pictures of them together in her office. I hope that our Pride ERG will further inclusion here at Chesapeake Utilities and give anyone who needs it the support to bring their whole self to work every day.”

– Lindsay Foy, AVP, associate general counsel and executive sponsor for Pride ERG

Executive sponsor: Lindsay Foy
Chair: Barry Rainey
Founding team members: Renee Bolyard, Jessica Coxe, second chair, Christie Donofrio, Greg Argetsinger and Kirstin Dondarski

Lindsay Foy

“June is Pride Month, commemorating the 1969 Stonewall event in New York City, and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and the fight for equal rights. As the newest employee resource group, Pride, we want to encourage members and allies of the community to participate in the employee resource group. We welcome the opportunity to tell you more about our plans for the ERG. To find out more about the Pride ERG, email us at [email protected].”

– Barry Rainey, district manager and chair of Pride

Join one, start one, explore them all!

Our team values the strength of differences. This cultivates inclusion and drives innovation and creativity. ERGs involve employees who voluntarily organize around a particular identity, shared background or other interest aligning with the mission, vision and values of Chesapeake Utilities.

ERGs enable team members to share perspectives and experiences, advocate for common interests and provide recommendations that support key business objectives. They are a great place to build experiences and skills through mentorship, leadership opportunities and training. ERGS also offer opportunities to participate in community outreach and advocacy.

Strength in Solidarity

JUNE EDI WISE:

STRENGTH IN SOLIDARITY

The EDI Education Subcommittee welcomes employees on Tuesday, June 20, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. for the June EDI Wise session, Strength in Solidarity. Join leadership and guest speakers from the Pride ERG in recognition of Pride Month, and to learn more about the Company’s new Pride ERG.

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The History of Pride Month

ORIGIN OF PRIDE MONTH

In June, we celebrate Pride Month in honor of LGBTQIA+ pride. Pride Month honors both the movement for LGBTQIA+ rights and celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community.

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LGBTQIA+ LEADERS

Gilbert Baker
James Baldwin
Laverne Cox
Sarah McBride
Bayard Rustin
Edith Windsor
Pride Month - Celebrating all of our community

PRIDE MONTH 50-50 CHALLENGE

The odds are in your favor! Take this true/false quiz to learn more about Pride Month and being an ally for a more inclusive workplace. All submissions will be entered in a prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 e-gift card.

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Submission Deadline: June 30

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