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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.

Resources for federal contractors on VEVRAA obligations

OFCCP Adds New Resources to Guide Government Contractors through VEVRAA Requirements

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has unveiled a suite of new resources aimed at fostering understanding and compliance with the Vietnam Era Veterans' …

New audit practices and auditing schemes for construction contractors

OFCCP Overhauls Construction Contractor Audit Practices and Auditing Schemes

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has unveiled significant changes in its approach to auditing construction contractors, aiming to prioritize systemic …

Mark Your Calendar: EEO-1 Component 1 Data Collection Portal Opens April 30, 2024

Each year, employers with 100 or more employees and federal contractors/subcontractors with 50 or more employees must file an EEO-1 report with the Equal Employment Opportunity …

Advancing Equity: Latest Updates to the DOL’s Equity Action Plan Revealed

In a concerted effort to address disparities and promote fairness in the workplace, the US Department of Labor (DOL) recently unveiled updates to its Equity Action Plan (EAP) for …

OFCCP challenges mandate requiring disclosure of adverse EEO-1 Report

OFCCP Initiates Appeal Against Adverse EEO-1 Report Disclosure Mandate

In a recent development concerning the disclosure of EEO-1 reports, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) filed a Notice of Appeal following an adverse court …

California CRD's enforcement in pay data reporting blog

California Civil Rights Department’s Enforcement Action Highlights Risks in Pay Data Reporting

As the 2023 California pay data reporting cycle commences, a recent enforcement action by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) serves as a stark reminder of the …

Salary disclosure compensation history ban blog

Proposed Federal Rule: Salary Disclosure and Compensation History Ban

President Biden's Executive Order 14069, issued on March 15, 2022, directed the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (FAR) to explore limiting or prohibiting Federal contractors …

Unraveling the Latest Updates in California's 2024 Pay Data Reporting Requirements

California employers need to gear up for the latest enhancements in pay data reporting in 2024. The state has once again fine-tuned its reporting requirements to promote fair pay …

Recent Developments in EEO-1 Reporting and FOIA Exemption

In recent legal developments, we delve into two crucial aspects of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reporting and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) exemptions that have been …

Anticipating the District of Columbia’s New Pay Transparency Requirements

The District of Columbia is becoming the next jurisdiction to address income disparities and gender inequities in the workplace. On December 19, 2023, Bill 25-194, the Wage …

Understanding Recent OFCCP Updates for Government Contractors in Construction

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has recently made significant updates to its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) sections, particularly concerning federal …

OFCCP Proposes Renewal of Information Collection Requirements of the Contractor Portal

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) published a notice in the Federal Register, along with a 12-page supporting document, focusing on the renewal of the …

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