The Montgomery County Commissioners  have announced the appointment of Donna L. Richemond as chief of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is a new role with Montgomery County and Ms. Richemond is the first to fill the position. She is now tasked to lead the effort to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for Montgomery County employees and residents.

“We welcome Ms. Richemond. Her experience will help further the County’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals to be a model employer, service provider, and community partner,” said Dr. Valerie A. Arkoosh, Chair of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners. “We are committed to fostering a workplace that rejects bias and discrimination and in which every employee feels welcome and empowered to serve the residents of Montgomery County.”

Ms. Richemond holds a bachelor’s in English from University of Delaware, a master’s in counseling psychology from Temple University, and a master’s in human development focused on leadership development and conflict resolution from Fielding University. Prior to her new position with the County, Ms. Richemond was an independent consultant working with colleges and universities, community based organizations and corporations in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion; leadership development; strategic planning; and enrollment management.