Marian is the Chief Operations Officer at LS&E Transportation. Although the company's diversity circles which provide opportunities for employees to interact with peers who are different from themselves, are intended for first-line managers and rank-and-file employees, Marian attends every circle. He does this because: Question 29 options: he knows that employees are influenced by those with high status in the company and he wants to be a positive role model. he wants to encourage employees to open up and speak their minds. he can ensure that the discussions remain positive and productive. it sets him apart from the other top executives at LS&E