Steve Butler

Diversity is not only our social obligation. It is a business imperative. In early 2016, a group of leaders in the investment and savings profession met and concluded that future success for their clients, members, employers and shareholders requires a diverse and inclusive culture and that the sector was lagging behind others in reflecting our society. That led to the creation of The Diversity Project: a cross-company initiative whose purpose is to champion and accelerate progress towards a more inclusive culture. They believed they had an extraordinary opportunity to press the reset button in the industry: to recruit, nurture and retain the first truly diverse generation of investment and savings professionals. This book recounts the progress made to date, discusses the progress that still needs to be made and sets out practical ways to achieve it. The Diversity Project is a practical guide for business leaders, managers and employees who want to: - Understand the different aspects of diversity and inclusion- Develop strategies to help build a more inclusive work culture- Support colleagues to navigate the challenges of the workplace - Structure HR process and policies to support all types of employees- Build a truly successful business harnessing the power of diverse thinkingSteve Butler is a Chartered Manager and Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute. In his current blended role of business leadership & management, academic researcher and industry diversity campaigner, he is a regular writer and speaker on intergenerational working, retirement and older worker business management issues. As an active member of the Diversity Project, he is committed to commitment, building a truly incisive workplace.100% of the Author's proceeds from this book will be donated to the Diversity Project Charity.

A tremendous resource for toy collectors and dealers, this new book compiles the catalogs of the Hubley Manufacturing Company from 1946 to 1965. Each page is reproduced in full color, making it an invaluable reference for identifying and dating Hubley toys. Hubley was incorporated in 1894 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and produced wonderful toys throughout its history. The catalogs in this book represent the production from 1946 to 1965, when the company was purchased by Gabriel Industries. Over 450 color images document each page and every toy Hubley produce in this period. A value guide is also included with current market values. This book is a perfect accompaniment to the author's previous book, Hubley Toys.

The Hubley Manufacturing Company was incorporated in 1894 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and produced wonderful toys throughout its history. Early Hubley production consisted of numerous cast iron toys including various horse drawn vehicles, guns, household appliances, and more. With the automotive age, cars, trucks, and other transportation became their focus. This book details production from 1946 to 1965, when the company was purchased by Gabriel Industries. Information from a complete set of Hubley catalogs and over 500 beautiful color photographs of actual toys make this the most comprehensive treatment of Hubley toys. Charts record every vehicle offered with its variations, and a current price guide makes this a most valuable resource for the collector.

Explore the world of promotional cars and trucks, their appeal, their collectibility, and their values. Promotional cars and trucks are miniature vehicles used by car and truck dealerships and manufacturers to promote the sale of their vehicles. Each example was produced for one year, then discontinued when the new models came out. For this reason, and their appeal to the car lover in general, promotionals have a popularity enjoyed by comparatively few collectibles. This new book presents a complete list of promotional cars and trucks, including manufacturer and current value, in a model-by-model chart. The charts are heavily illustrated with over 500 beautiful color photos, showing the full range of vehicles available. This comprehensive book will appeal to promotional vehicle collectors, toy collectors, and automobile and truck buffs alike!