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Vol. 1: Issue 13 — 2022
A 360˚ view of CRA news & announcements
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Welcome Back to the Office!
Slowly but surely, things are returning to normal (a new normal, more accurately). No doubt, every organization—including ours—is thinking long and hard about what’s best for its people. Empathy, flexibility, and innovation are key. We are meeting our team members where they are.
While working from home certainly had its advantages, at CRA, the collaborative atmosphere we foster has always been one of our biggest strengths. Communication is no longer relegated to computer screens and phone calls, thus allowing us to build even stronger, dynamic relationships with our team members and clients by meeting face-to-face. These recent photos from CRA colleagues are a testament to all that we’ve missed—and what we hope to recapture.
CRA thanks all our team members across the globe as we transition together into a new future!
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Personal Narratives: A Path to Understanding Identity and Enhancing Inclusion
In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, please join us for our next speaker series event featuring organizational psychologist Dr. Yon Na on May 26 at 9:00 AM PST. The event will be recorded live from the San Francisco office and live streamed.
In this talk, Dr. Na will share new ways to understand the connections between personal narratives, identity, and inclusion. Dr. Na will also present findings from her peer-reviewed research on Asian women leaders, one of the most underrepresented groups in corporate America.
Dr. Na specializes in accelerating organizational performance by blending her research on identity and leadership with 20+ years of corporate HR and OD experience.
Invitations will be sent from CRA Communications in the coming week.
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Creating an Inclusive Workplace for Those with Disabilities
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, CRA is proud to host speaker Larysa Kautz, President and CEO of Melwood on May 31 at 11:00 AM EST to discuss creating an inclusive workplace for those with disabilities. The session will be recorded live in the D.C. office and live streamed.
Join us to learn more about our country’s history of disability employment, where we are today, and envision a future that is fully inclusive of people with disabilities.
Melwood is a leading employer, advocate, and preferred provider for people with disabilities, proudly serving the mid-Atlantic region for nearly sixty years to create a world where people with disabilities are fully included.
Keep an eye out for more details! We hope to see you there.
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OutLoud@CRA Presents The Freedom to Marry Screening
On June 8, OutLoud@CRA will host a screening of The Freedom to Marry, a 2016 documentary that examines the historical progress of the marriage-equality movement here in the U.S.
The screening will be followed by a fireside chat at the New York office with the founder of the Freedom to Marry campaign, along with the film’s director and executive producer.
For those who can't attend in person, we’ll be holding “screening parties” at other CRA offices. You can even stream the movie and discussion from the comfort of your own home. Stay tuned for more details on this upcoming event!
Learn more about OutLoud@CRA by viewing the informational session here. Enter the passcode to access: 7YN%4X0&
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DEI Training: Busting Unconscious Bias
We have invited everyone at CRA to On Second Thought: Beating Unconscious Bias training this Friday, May 20. There will be two sessions offered at 9:30 AM EST and 1:00 PM EST.
We will be joined by JB Training consultant, Erica Lynette Edwards, who will discuss unconscious bias, how it manifests at work, and what you can do to mitigate your own bias.
Please encourage your direct reports and colleagues to attend to help make our culture more inclusive.
Reach out to Training@crai.com if you would like to be resent the invitation.
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Meet Shannan: Our AEA Summer Program Scholar
We are excited to welcome Shannan Burton to CRA and are looking forward to hosting her as our first American Economic Association Summer Program (AEASP) scholar. Shannan will start her program on May 26 in the D.C. office and work with the Labor & Employment practice, reporting to VP Clayton Reck.
Shannan graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a bachelor's degree in Economics and a minor in Global Poverty. She went on to earn a master's degree in financial economics in 2021.
CRA is proud to partner with Howard University as part of the school’s AEASP. The goal is to help students gain real-world knowledge of applied research conducted in the Washington D.C. area.
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Spotlight on Women@CRA
Today, CRA is shining a spotlight on Meera Kotak, the Co-Chair of Women@CRA.
“I’m really excited to be the European Lead and Co-Chair of Women@CRA, and have the opportunity to connect and create with my fellow colleagues, to further the professional development of CRA’s women. We have a lot of great events, activities and initiatives already planned, and I personally hope that through this we can create an empowering, diverse community– and, importantly, a network of current and future leaders.”
Want to learn more or join Women@CRA? Reach out here.
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CRA at WiE Conference
Earlier this month, several CRA employees attended the 2022 convention of Women in eDiscovery. Since its inception in 2007, the organization has offered women opportunities to develop their professional and personal paths through networking with other leaders in their fields.
The organization’s mission, in essence, is to help women thrive in traditionally male-dominated industries, such as e-discovery, privacy, and cybersecurity.
CIEO Raquel Tamez gave the keynote address; Principals Rachel Williams and Miri Davidson of CRA’s Forensics Practice also attended.
Pictured Above: CRA's Rachel Williams, Raquel Tamez, and Miri Davidson pose for a picture at the WiE conference.
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That's a Wrap on #Chicago Returns Week!
Employees of our Chicago office had a great time celebrating the return to the downtown area with Chicago Returns Week—a city wide event. The office was decorated with Chicago Returns signage and events, such as a raffle and a Cinco de Mayo fiesta, were hosted to welcome team members back into the office.
Pictured Above: Employees of the Chicago office celebrated Chicago Returns Week with a Cinco de Mayo fiesta!
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LinkedIn Learning Challenge
Senior consulting colleagues are competing in a May LinkedIn Learning Challenge to win an Amazon gift card – curious what the course is?
You can check it out here: Use Your Strengths for Impact and Influence at Work
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Now Trending: Top LinkedIn Courses
Have some downtime to brush up on your skills? Check out what LinkedIn Learning courses are trending with CRA colleagues here!
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Let's Get Digital!
Want to get more visibility for your written content? Learn how you can achieve higher rankings and improve your online presence with a digital marketing strategy.
Contact Jen Harvey to learn more.
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Summer of New Hire Training!
Learn more about what our 2022 Intern Program and Research and Analysis Core (RAC) Training have in store for our juniors joining us this summer here.
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CRA Plus: Benefits & Wellness | |
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Wellness Challenge Reminder
The global steps challenge is running through May 29!
This is an individual-based challenge where you can set your daily goals. It’s not too late to register and take part in the challenge here!
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Mobile Eye Exams (Boston)
The Boston office will be hosting 20/20 Onsite mobile eye exams on Tuesday, May 17!
Click here for more details.
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CRA Plus Wellness Reward Program
Recently launched, this program makes it fun and easy to work on your well-being goals every day.
Click here to see some key updates to the program.
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Cyber Risk Travel Guidelines
We’ve had a few questions come up lately about individuals traveling to areas with high levels of cyber risk and what may be allowed in terms of laptop access.
Regions such as China and Russia are among the countries where a higher incidence of cyber espionage can occur. Click here to read guidelines for travelers to those regions to help protect CRA and CRA’s client data.
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Cyclescheme (UK)
We’ve all felt the hit of increasing gas prices globally. With the nicer weather arriving, Cyclescheme is the perfect way to beat the price hikes at the gas pump.
For more information on the Cycle to Work Scheme, visit iConnect here.
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Return to Office Information
We know that one of the things our colleagues value most about CRA is the people, which is why we're excited that after more than two years of working remotely, CRA colleagues are beginning to return to the office.
For current information on entry and office use protocols, please visit the COVID-19 intranet site.
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Wonder what's happening around the world at CRA? Our social media pages are a great way to stay up-to-date on events, happenings and culture. Here are a few highlights from this week. | |
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Hit that Follow button!
Keep tabs on the latest at CRA by following us on social media!
From employee spotlights and the latest company news to our ever-evolving DE&I initiatives, our goal is to give team members—past, present and future alike—a window into what makes CRA such a special place to work.
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