Carman is the executive sponsor for EQUAL, Dollar General’s employee resource group supporting the LGBTQ+ community. He actively advocates for the LGBTQ+ workforce and uses his voice to promote diversity and inclusion at Dollar General Corporation, especially in the LGBTQ+ space. Carman supports EQUAL’s priorities on the executive level to further foster inclusivity. He encourages listening sessions in stores and distribution centers, regularly advocating for all DG employees. In addition, Carman championed the use of preferred pronouns in Microsoft Teams and uses technological innovation to find ways to help employees be their whole selves at DG. He has also been instrumental in recruiting an inclusive and diverse workforce in IT and has participated in a company-wide video, sharing his role as an ally to advocate for those who may not feel comfortable advocating. Carman regularly assists in hosting EQUAL Lunch & Learns and is always active for PRIDE Festival Month.
