CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -Sherwin Williams officials spent much of their progress report on the company’s new headquarters Monday defending their company’s hiring practices amid accusations of a lack of diversity on the project.
“There’s been some confusion surrounding our project, including some false claims and rumors,” said Sherwin Williams CEO John Morikis. “I’m pleased to provide clarity on the terrific impact we’re making.”
CEO Morikis didn’t beat around the bush while giving an update on the company’s new headquarters at the Urban League of Greater Cleveland.
He blasted recent criticisms of the construction project’s hiring practices. Some have said there hasn’t been enough done to hire people of color and low-income folks in Cleveland.
“We’ve already awarded contracts totaling $122 million against a commitment of $180 million to minority-owned, female-owned, and small business,” said Morikis.
The company’s emphasis on its diversity comes after a group of black contractors held several protests last year. They claimed Sherwin Williams didn’t hire any local, minority construction firms as one of the lead contractors in construction.
However Monday, Morikis disputed that, saying the company has gone above and beyond to include minority construction workers.
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