Anthony P. Carter, Vice President, Global Diversity & Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer for Johnson & Johnson, is focused on developing D&I cutting edge, visionary strategies that are aligned with the company’s strategic business objectives. He has been instrumental in designing and implementing inclusive global organizational systems and D&I initiatives that support the company’s responsibility to and respect for customers, employees, communities, and shareholders. Anthony fosters a culture of inclusion and innovation by developing opportunities for Johnson & Johnson diversity champions to maximize diversity in business outcomes. He has also created pipelines and forums for the exchange of ideas by partnering his office with global Employee Resource Groups. As a result, ERGs such as the Gay and Lesbian Organization for Business Leadership have had a direct influence on the adoption of Human Resources policy changes.

Anthony oversees an office that plays a key role in the development of world-class, diverse leaders by ensuring programs like Crossing the Finish Line, a career acceleration program for people of color, are fully supported. He was also instrumental in the development of The Gateway to a Healthy Community (GHC) – Healthier Kids program, an effort by Johnson & Johnson to address the prevalence of childhood obesity, a significant health threat, through a classroom based health, science and technology initiative. Anthony reports directly to the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Johnson & Johnson and works closely with the Vice President and Executive Committee Member responsible for Worldwide Human Resources and the Human Resources Executive Committee. Also active in the community, Anthony is a member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Visitors of Howard University and the Georgetown University Chief Diversity Officers Consortium and a Board member of National Medical Fellowships.

“Diversity and inclusion describe how we can work together to bring innovative ideas, products and services together to advance the health, well-being and the quality of life of those we serve.” - Anthony P. Carter

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