John Claus
John Claus has 28 years with Merck—including 23 years in HR compliance. Mr. Claus manages the 30+ Functional Affirmative Action Programs (FAAP) for Merck’s US and Puerto Rico workforce. He helped to launch the Veterans Leadership Network EBRG in 2009. He is a long-time member of the ILG and served for 4 years in the New Jersey ILG Chapter—including the role of Chairperson in 2018. Work experience also includes reviewing EEO related policies, creating a global diversity & inclusion fundamentals module, self-id campaigns (e.g., Military Spouses), and informing strategy regarding compliance with all levels of governmental law.
Wednesday, July 31
Workshop 5
You’ve Completed Your Affirmative Action Plan—Now What?
Julia Mendez Achee, Chevron/BCGi; Nate Bennett, Comerica Bank; John Claus, Merck & Co., Inc.; Mauri Spears, Affirmity
Completing your organization’s affirmative action reporting is just the first step in your compliance program. There are many steps that an organization needs to consider to effectively manage the program throughout the year. These steps include:
- The evaluation and distribution of critical metrics to key stakeholders
- Reviewing/updating corporate policies and procedures
- Evaluation of state and federal reporting requirements
- Audit preparation, and more
In this session, compliance experts will share the best practices they use to effectively manage their organization’s dynamic affirmative action program throughout the year.
