In 1993, a small group of dedicated and concerned employees believed that by forming an employee group that represented the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered employees of AMR, they could better advocate gay concerns in the workplace and help put American Airlines and American Eagle in the forefront regarding gay workplace issues. That belief became a reality with not only the formation of GLEAM; but, it also paved the way as the foundation to the Diversity Advisory Council and AMR's entire diversity program. Since becoming a recognized Employee Resource Group of AMR over 15 years ago, GLEAM's main focus has been to provide a work environment that gives each employee at AMR the opportunity to live their lives freely and for who they are. We believe in nothing more than equality for our employees and our customers alike and to be treated fairly.
MISSION
- Advocate gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered employee concerns in the workplace
- Serve as a liaison between employees, managenment and community groups
- Serve as the employee resource committee representative on the AMR Diversity Advisory Council for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered employees
- Partner with AMR in identifying and maximizing opportunities in the workplace
- Promote a sense of community among our members, and spnsor educational and cultural programs on issues of interest to our constituents
2010 GLEAM Leadership Team
Chairman --- Jeff Townsend
Secretary --- Jeff Townsend
Treasurer --- Andy Patterson
Communications --- Dan Peters
Advisor --- Sam Santiago
Officer Sponsor --- Dave Brooks
DAC Representatives
Julio Gonzalez
Todd Rice
