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Centene, an insurer based in St. Louis, serves 25 million members in all 50 states. Company officials report that women represent 75% of their employees, constitute 64% of supervisors and account for more than 44% of employees holding vice president and above level positions. Of its total workforce, 50% identify as people of color, with 36% holding supervisory positions.

Under the direction of the board and executive leadership, Centene has established:

• A yearlong leadership development program designed for professionals of color that has graduated nearly 70 professionals of color, with a class of 24 diverse professionals currently enrolled.
• A formal, one-year cross-cultural mentoring experience to advance the development of women and diverse leaders at the VP level and above. 
• A nine-month program focuses on developing management skills, enhancing network development, and giving back through community involvement.
• The company participates in the McKinsey Black Leadership Academy, a program that provides sponsorship, networking, and training for success in management.