PONDER DIVERSITY GROUP

Chicago, IL – August 14, 2024 - Ponder Diversity Group LLC (PDG) is honored to announce that Anita Ponder, our esteemed President, CEO, and General Counsel, has been elected to the board of the Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW). This prestigious organization is a beacon of leadership, inclusivity, and service.

For nearly 40 years, CFW has been a leader in the movement for basic rights and equal opportunities, investing in women and girls as catalysts building stronger communities for all. Its commitment to nurturing emerging organizations through leadership development and financial support is vital in building sustainable nonprofit infrastructures. “Joining the CFW board is both a humbling and inspiring opportunity,” Ms. Ponder shared upon her election. “It aligns with my business goals and longstanding dedication to advancing the rights and opportunities of women, people of color, and others who have been historically marginalized in the workplace and supply chain.”

Throughout her legal career, Anita Ponder has been unwavering in her belief that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are absolutely essential to professional and business development, and to the continued progress of the United States. The ongoing political debate surrounding DEI has only deepened her resolve to champion justice, challenge misinformation, and work toward leveling the playing field for all, including women, girls, and people of color.

As a newly elected CFW board member, Ms. Ponder remains steadfast in her commitment to advocating for the rights of women and girls, ensuring they have equal opportunities to achieve their educational, professional, business, and political aspirations. She emphasizes that her election reflects a deep commitment to CFW's mission of building strong, inclusive communities. "I am eager to collaborate with my fellow board members and CFW’s leadership to amplify the significant impact of this remarkable organization," she added.

Anita Ponder and PDG stand ready to continue the essential work of empowering women and girls and supporting other organizations that share this vision, ensuring that the city and surrounding areas remain places where CFW continues to transform lives and build resilient communities for all to thrive.

To learn more about the Chicago Foundation for Women, please visit their website: https://www.cfw.org/.  

About Ponder Diversity Group LLC (PDG):

Ponder Diversity Group LLC (PDG) is a leading legal consultancy committed to facilitating inclusive and legally defensible procurement and employment practices nationwide in the public and private sectors. With a mission to drive transformative change, PDG partners with organizations across sectors to cultivate inclusive cultures, advance equitable practices, and foster diverse talent pipelines. Led by esteemed Chicago attorney Anita Ponder, PDG combines legal expertise and consulting experience with a passion for social equity to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions and best practices that promote diversity and empower communities.

For further information about the services provided by PDG, please contact:

Anita Ponder, Ponder Diversity Group LLC,Willis Tower 233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 9305 Chicago, Illinois 60606APONDER@PDG-LAW.COM 312.530.7988