Target Spotlights Support for Black Founders After DEI Backlash

Target spotlights support for Black founders after DEI backlash

Target recently highlighted its ongoing partnership with a group dedicated to Black founders, following a turbulent year marked by backlash, boycotts, and leadership changes. The retailer’s renewed spotlight on Black businesses could signal a recalibration—and perhaps an effort to mend relations with communities that once helped define its brand ethos. Partnership in the spotlight In an Oct. 20 statement, Target pointed to its tie-up with the Ru…

Target Spotlights Black Business Partnership Amid DEI Backlash and CEO Exit

This commitment comes at a time when Target has faced backlash from Black consumers from rolling back its DEI efforts.