What: Alicia Williams PhD enters Saks as VP of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) with 15 years of experience in talent and diversity.

Why it is important: Appointing Alicia Williams PhD demonstrates Saks’ commitment to its roadmap of achieving certain DEI goals outlined last year. These goals include growing BIPOC leadership, investing in black designers, diverse marketing and donating money to support underserved communities.

Having previously worked for US banks at Morgan Stanley in similar roles, Williams brings her 15 years of experience in launching and implementing DEI initiatives to the luxury e-commerce platform.

Saks names Alicia Williams VP of Equity & Inclusion