Woman’s Hospital announced that Chief Diversity Officer Renada W. Deschamp, MPA, MCCT, CDE, has been named one of the top 50 women chief diversity officers for 2024 by the nationally recognized organization Women We Admire.
In 2022, Deschamp joined Woman's as the senior vice president of health equity and inclusion/chief diversity officer. She is focused on fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace, helping individuals succeed, achieve their personal goals, and reach their full potential.
Previously, Deschamp was a diversity equity and inclusion integration program manager at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System. She earned both a Master of Public Administration and an undergraduate degree in political science from Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge.
“Congratulations to Renada who is more than deserving of this honor,” said Woman’s President and CEO Rene Ragas. “The enthusiasm she has for her work is very evident, and she brings a level of collaboration and expertise that help create a work environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and knows they have every opportunity to be successful here. We are fortunate to have Renada as part of our team.”
Women We Admire provides news and information on today's women leaders in business, entertainment, sports, motherhood, medicine, law, and many other fields. The organization’s goal is to recognize the achievements of exceptional women while inspiring others to aim high and continue their journey towards reaching their full potential.