Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency (HIRTA) is proud to announce that it has been recognized with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Workplace Excellence Award in the Medium Business category by the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce. This accolade will be presented at the fourth annual DEI Workplace Excellence Awards event on September 10 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Community Choice Convention Center.

The award celebrates organizations and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to creating inclusive environments within Central Iowa. HIRTA is honored to be among such distinguished awardees.

Julia Castillo, Executive Director of HIRTA, stated, "The team at HIRTA is deeply honored to receive this recognition for its dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace. This award is a testament to the hard work and commitment of the employees, who strive daily to ensure that everyone in the community feels valued and respected. HIRTA is excited to share its story and inspire others to continue making strides toward greater equity and inclusion."



In addition to the award presentation, the event promises a night of celebration, learning, and growth. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy live music, multicultural appetizers, and networking with hundreds of community leaders who are equally committed to DEI excellence.

Julia Castillo added, "The organization looks forward to celebrating this achievement with the community and continuing its mission to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work."

To learn more about HIRTA’s DEI initiatives, please visit the website at www.RideHIRTA.com/DEI.

Information and tickets to the event are available at https://wdmchamber.org/dei-awards.