Waystar
WAYSTAR INCLUSION + DIVERSITY
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At Waystar, we aspire to create an environment where every team member, with their unique background, feels a sense of belonging. Where everyone works together to bring out the best in each other, igniting innovation and creativity. We educate, we listen and leverage our differences to continue to build a diverse + inclusive culture.
By the numbers

5

Affinity Groups

200+

Affinity Group members
MEET THE COMMITTEE
Monica Cornitcher​
Monica Cornitcher​Program Manager​
Madhavi Bezwada
Council Co-Chair​
Marland Hobbs
Council Co-Chair​
Laura Canzano​
AG Executive Sponsor
Katelyn Strickland​
Coordinator​​
Charlene Hudson
TM Enablement
Kirk Willingham
Kirk Willingham
Partner/Client Liaison​
Matthew Stempson
Waystar Cares Liason
Brad Thomas
ESG
Bri Gannon
Employer Brand
Lauren Jones
Lauren Jones
Director, Content - Marketing
Kelly Powers
Kelly Powers
Director, Application Engineering - Technology
Angela O'Steen
Angela O'Steen
Sr. Counsel - Admin/Acct/Fin
EVENTS, RESOURCES + INITIATIVES

Waystar Day of Kindness 2023

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Waystar Day Panel 2022

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Inroads partnership

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Waystar Scholars Program

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Diversity Month Zoom Background

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Acts of Courage

Acts of Courage 2022

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Acts of Courage

Acts of Courage 2023

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AG Spotlight

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Affinity Groups (AGs) are voluntary, team member led groups who share a characteristic, whether it's gender, ethnicity, religious affiliation, lifestyle, or interest. Their goal is to foster an inclusive workplace, where team members feel a sense of belonging and can be their authentic selves.
BIPOC

BIPOC of Waystar

Mission
To provide a safe space to engage, support and empower team members who are Black, Indigenous and People of color groups and allies who want to learn how they can support.
Leadership
Brittany Bullard
Project Manager, Client Success
Nicolene Bernard
Project Coordination Specialist, Client Success

Events + resources

Black history month

Hispanic Heritage Month Activities

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Black history month

Hispanic Heritage Month Zoom Background

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Black history month

BIPOC Official Zoom Background

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Black history month Black history month

2023 Mental Health Workshop Featuring Tamu Lewis

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2023 Voter Resources

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Black history month

2022 Celebrate Black History Month

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Black History Month

Black History Month Zoom Background

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AAPI vid

2022 Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

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AAPIHM Zoom Background (light)

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AAPIHM Zoom Background (dark)

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National Museum of African American History + Culture Tour

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Black history month

2022 Juneteenth Reflection

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National Native American Heritage Month

National Native American Heritage Month Zoom Background

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Meet members of the group

Contact the Waystar BIPOC Affinity Group

Our vision is to create a workplace that educates team members about the experiences and unique needs of Black, Indigenous and People of Color, providing a supportive environment for team members + allies. Want to get involved? Have an idea? Join the BIPOC Affinity group today!
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LGBTQIA

LGBTQIA+ of Waystar

Mission
To foster a safe, fair, accepting + empowering workplace where Waystar's LGBTQIA+ team members are welcome to engage their whole selves at work without fear or shame.
Leadership
Reese Fisher
Account Executive
JustinMarqueling
Justin Marqueling
Director, CS L&D Client Solutions

Events + resources

2023 ATL Pride Parade

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2023 PRIDE Then and Now

2023 Kentuckiana Pride Parade - Collage

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2023 PRIDE Then and Now

2023 PRIDE Then and Now

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Pride Month Zoom Background (everyone)

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Pride celebrate

Pride Month Zoom Background (celebrate)

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National Coming Out Day

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Meet members of the group

Contact the Waystar LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group

Our vision is to build community among Waystar's LGBTQIA+ team members & allies throughout the broader organization by facilitating events, conversations + opportunities for celebration and support. Want to get involved? Have an idea? Join the LGBTQIA+ Affinity group today!
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Women

Women of Waystar

Mission
Provide opportunities for the women and gender minorities at Waystar to connect with and support each other. Enrich + inspire all team members to advance both professionally and personally.
Leadership
Annaleya Hamilton
Application Engineer
Susan Spalding
Account Executive

Events + resources

Coffee Chat: Coping with Infant/Child Loss & Surviving Infertility

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Coffee Chat: Celebrating Women's History Month

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Women of Waystar

Women of Waystar 2022

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Women's History Month

Women’s History Month Zoom Background (dark)

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Women of Waystar

Celebrating Women History Month 2022

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Women's History Month

Women’s History Month Zoom Background (light)

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Meet members of the group

Contact the Waystar Women Affinity Group

Our vision is to provide opportunities for women + deliver education and resources that enrich and inspire all team members to advance both professionally + personally. Want to get involved? Have an idea? Join the Women of Waystar Affinity group today!
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Families

Families of Waystar

Mission
A workplace environment that celebrates parents and caregivers in a holistic way, celebrating and encouraging them to take the time they need to prioritize family life.
Leadership
Taylor Justice
Taylor Justice
Strategic Partner Support Manager
Candice Neblett
Client Success Manager

Events + resources

Developmental Disability Awareness Zoom Background 2

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Developmental Disability Awareness Zoom Background 1

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Empathy Course Trainings

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Coffee Chat: Coping with Infant/Child Loss & Surviving Infertility

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National Family Day Activities

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Family Related Book Recomendations

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National Dental Health Month Resources

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National Stress Awareness Month Resources

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Families of Waystar

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Meet members of the group

Contact the Waystar Families Affinity Group

Our vision is to create a workplace environment that celebrates parents + caregivers in a holistic way, encouraging them to take time with family. Want to get involved? Have an idea? Join the Families of Waystar Affinity group today!
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Military of Waystar

Mission
To support and honor team members who are currently serving, have previously served, and those who are supporting family members currently serving in the armed services in addition to team members seeking ways to learn how to support veterans in the community.
Leadership
Chris Warren
Chris Warren
Sr. Manager, Corporate Systems Engineering
Scott Ruthe
Scott Ruthe
VP, Security - Corporate Systems

Events + resources

Waystar Veterans Day Celebration

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Military Appreciation Month Zoom Background

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Families

Military Appreciation Month 2022

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Contact the Waystar Military Affinity Group

Our vision is to create a workplace that recognizes + honors the sacrifices and duty of our Military services and veterans, including their supporting families both within Waystar and in the community. Want to get involved? Have an idea? Join the Waystar Military Affinity group today!
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BIPOC LGBTQIA Women Families
Definition
At Waystar, Allyship is critical to the success of our Inclusion and Diversity program. We define Allyship as support for another person or group to which one does not belong as we build a culture of kindness.

Events + resources

2023 Waystar Leadership Panel on Kindness

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2023 Waystar Day of Kindness - Allyship Round Table

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2023 Waystar Day of Kindness - Allyship Virtual Social Event

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Kindness Culture List

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