Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Labor of Love: Thanking Associates for Their Service

For many of us, Labor Day marks the end of summer and a return to more structured routines. Officially and nationally, it’s the federal holiday honoring the social and economic contributions of American workers. The origins of Labor Day date to the late 19th century and unprecedented transformations in business and industry. That era witnessed a surge in railroads, factories, corporations, and agriculture, sparking small-town growth and big-city sprawl. During that period, people from around the world clamored to America’s shores for chances to seize success.

History, Pageantry, and Bright Futures – How One Foundation’s Scholarship Program is Making a Difference 

Each June, the Maynard 4 Foundation, a national organization that strives to help others grow by providing resources to develop education, health equity, culture, and social justice, hosts a scholarship pageant program for 13-18 year-old girls across the nation. The purpose – to encourage learning more about African American women’s history and showcase the inherent beauty and talent of participants. 

The Women Who Set Foundations for Our Hancock Whitney History

From legendary queens of ancient empires to today’s top female executives, women have been powerhouses driving success for many institutions across the ages. In Hancock Whitney’s history, two Victorian era women who dared to think well beyond the gender-specific social order of their day were central figures in securing the roots that ensured our founding.