Julia Mendez Achee
Julia Méndez Achée is the HR Policy & Employment Compliance Counselor for Chevron. She also is a Distinguished Fellow for Biddle Consulting Group Institute for Workforce Development. Since 1995, she has assisted clients with preparing affirmative action reports, reviewing company policies and processes, and training on topics related to EEO compliance, affirmative action programs, and diversity/inclusion. She is passionate about consulting and training on inclusive practices for individuals with disabilities as well as veterans, military, and military spouses.
Julia is a current board member for the Louisiana Liaison Group. She has presented at the NILG conference (most recently in 2023).
Wednesday, July 31
Workshop 5
Youâve Completed Your Affirmative Action PlanâNow What?
Julia Mendez Achee, Chevron/BCGi; Nate Bennett, Comerica Bank; John Claus, Merck & Co., Inc.; Mauri Spears, Affirmity
Completing your organizationâs 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 organizationâs dynamic affirmative action program throughout the year.
