Director of Diversity Inclusion & Workforce Initiatives
Independence Blue Cross
John F. Clayton Jr., is the Director of Diversity Inclusion & Workforce Initiatives for Independence Blue Cross headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.
John’s responsibilities include the design, development, and implementation of Independence’s diversity and inclusion strategy, managing its employee resource groups, and servings as a subject matter expert in diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices. John directs all intern and co-op programs and partners with community and regional entities to further explore ways to educate, train, and provide opportunities for the Philadelphia region’s current and emerging workforce.
John is currently on the boards of Philadelphia Youth Network, Cristo Rey High School Philadelphia, Philadelphia Academies, Inc, the Urban Affairs Coalition, and the Attic Youth Center.
John holds an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management from Eastern University.