Target's former diversity chief says calling it DEI is less important than doing the work
1. Target's former diversity chief emphasizes substance over DEI labels. Changes in inclusivity efforts stirred backlash and cultural criticism. 2. CEO Brian Cornell acknowledged employee uncertainty about Target's inclusivity stance. The company has faced declining foot traffic amid changing DEI policies. 3. Caroline Wanga believes actual work is more crucial than DEI branding. She critiques distractions from genuine initiative outcomes.