De Ette Montgomery
About De Ette Montgomery
De Ette Montgomery serves as the Chief Operating Officer at CommonSpirit Health, where she focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Previously, she held the same position at Providence Medical Institute for seven years, emphasizing the importance of diversity hiring practices in healthcare organizations.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
De Ette Montgomery serves as the Chief Operating Officer at CommonSpirit Health, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the healthcare sector. Montgomery emphasizes the importance of a multicultural workforce to enhance organizational strength and effectiveness. She is actively involved in implementing strategies that promote these values across the organization.
Previous Experience at Providence Medical Institute
Prior to her current role, Montgomery worked at Providence Medical Institute as Chief Operating Officer from 2015 to 2022. During her seven years in this position, she operated out of Torrance, California. Her tenure was marked by a commitment to embedding diversity hiring practices into the organizational culture and developing strategic visions for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Education and Expertise
Montgomery specializes in developing and implementing strategic visions focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her expertise includes engaging in cultural sensitivity and anti-discrimination training, which she considers essential leadership competencies. She advocates for practices that give voice to underrepresented groups within organizations, believing that empathy in leadership is crucial for fostering trust and inspiring colleagues.
Advocacy for Diversity and Inclusion
Montgomery is known for her advocacy in multicultural workforce development. She emphasizes the significance of diversity hiring practices and their integration into the organizational culture. Her efforts aim to enhance the strength of organizations by promoting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities they serve. Montgomery's work in this area is pivotal in influencing stakeholders and driving positive change within the healthcare sector.