Debra Milstein Gardner
Debra Milstein Gardner has worked in the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) space for the past 43 years while working in the public and private sectors in various human resources compliance roles. She began her career working for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and then went to the Marriott Corporation for nine years working in EEO, Affirmative Action and field human resource roles. In 1990, Debra founded Workplace Dynamics LLC providing EEO, AA, and DEI consulting services to government contractors. In 2016, Debra sold the affirmative action portion of Workplace Dynamics to OutSolve LLC and works part-time as a Market Analyst. Debra is a sports fanatic, routing for the Baltimore Ravens and all Virginia Tech Hokie teams. She loves to hike and boat in her mountain and lake community of Lake Lure, NC.
Celebrating the 33rd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
The mission of the ADA and Section 503 is to help employers build more equitable, inclusive organizations that value the contributions of individuals...
Debra Milstein Gardner
Aug 2, 2023 9:59:24 AM
Colorado Passes Amendments to the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act
The Ensure Equal Pay for Equal Work Act further defines and clarifies the difference between career progression and job opportunities.
Debra Milstein Gardner
Jun 9, 2023 1:50:38 PM
EEOC Issues Guidance on Employer Use of AI and Disparate Impact Potential
Employers should conduct prior and ongoing assessments of adverse impact when using AI tools in the hiring, promotion, and termination process.
Debra Milstein Gardner
Jun 1, 2023 1:00:00 PM
Columbus, OH Bans Wage or Salary History Inquiries of Prospective Employees
Columbus joins Toledo and Cincinnati in banning questions about salary history, but does not require sharing wage information as a condition of...
Debra Milstein Gardner
May 31, 2023 9:58:11 AM
Employees and Employers Have a Different View of Pay Equity Progress
Current research shows belief in the significance of pay equity initiatives but points to the absence of leadership and lack of transparency as...
Debra Milstein Gardner
May 4, 2023 11:29:51 AM
Temporary Workers’ Bill of Rights in New Jersey Offers Equal Pay and Benefits
NJ Temporary Workers’ Bill establishes guidelines for temporary help service firms and third-party clients to ensure workers receive equal pay.
Debra Milstein Gardner
May 2, 2023 1:40:59 PM
OFCCP’s New Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form is Available
Federal contractors and subcontractors must begin using the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form for all applicants and employees by July...
Debra Milstein Gardner
May 1, 2023 2:33:19 PM
OFCCP Releases Federal Contractors' Data Revealing Lack of Diversity at Top Companies
Federal contractors’ EEO-1 data was released by OFCCP exposing underrepresentation of women and minorities in high level positions at top companies.
Debra Milstein Gardner
Apr 28, 2023 12:47:19 PM
OFCCP Publishes Second Notice Regarding Proposed Supply & Service Scheduling Letters
Second notice in the Federal Register changes the public comment period on proposed changes to the OFCCP audit scheduling letter and itemized listing.
Debra Milstein Gardner
Apr 21, 2023 3:02:56 PM
Are Nationwide Pay Transparency and Pay Equity Laws Coming Soon?
In March 2023, Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced two bills addressing pay - the Salary Transparency Act and the Pay Equity for All Act of 2023.
Debra Milstein Gardner
Apr 20, 2023 2:04:39 PM
