Bridget Hurd serves as the Vice President of Inclusion and Diversity and holds the role of Chief Diversity Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. She is dedicated to facilitating connections between individuals and the resources necessary for them to thrive. Her commitment extends to fostering employee growth, fostering connections, and promoting understanding across cultures, communities, generations, work styles, and perspectives. With more than 27 years of experience, Bridget has demonstrated expertise in addressing inclusion, diversity, health equity, community relations, and corporate social responsibility.
Her contributions have been recognized through several prestigious awards and accolades. In 2020, she was honored with the DentaQuest Health Equity Heroes award for her efforts in advancing equity during the coronavirus pandemic. The National Diversity Council named her one of the Top 100 Diversity Officers in 2021. Furthermore, in 2023, she was acknowledged as one of DiversityGlobal Magazine’s Top 15 Influential Women in Diversity and was celebrated as a Notable Leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by Crain’s Detroit Business.
Bridget is known for her warm and engaging personality, which fosters an environment of inclusion and belonging. She believes passionately in the power of Inclusion and Diversity to bring people together, allowing them to share their stories and experiences for mutual learning and growth.
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Hosted by: Jolene Mei (jolene@diverseek.com)
Produced by: Madhu Nair (madhu@diverseek.com)
Edited by: Cansin Dalak
Researched by: Jolene Mei
Music Composed by: Niklas Lang
Production Team: Keisha Williams, Prashant Balbar, and Maria Querina.
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