Lesley Slaton, the NBA's chief diversity officer, is leaving her position, according to a report by Adweek. Slaton served as the Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer for the National Basketball Association. During her tenure, she oversaw the league's efforts to promote diversity and inclusion within its organization and throughout the basketball community.
The NBA is reportedly planning to hire a replacement for Slaton to continue the work she started. The league has not yet announced a timeline for the search or the specific qualifications they will be seeking in a new chief diversity officer. The NBA's commitment to DEI remains a priority, and the new hire will be responsible for furthering these initiatives.
NBA's Chief Diversity Officer, Lesley Slaton, Resigns
Lesley Slaton, the NBA's Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, is reportedly stepping down from her role. According to Adweek, Slaton's departure comes after several years of leading the league's DEI initiatives. The NBA is expected to begin the search for a new chief diversity officer to continue these efforts. Her contributions to the NBA's diversity and inclusion programs are recognized.