Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Story of Us
We are reforming our culture, not trying to fit in it.
We want to create a place that’s open for all, where we can be safe, included and heard. We want to expand on who we are and what we could be. Together, we will define our next chapter.
Culture Change Happens Through Engagement and Collaboration
Making Strides
This is more than a cultural shift. It’s a cultural evolution.
As employee-owners, each of us has a stake in inclusion. We’ve all taken different paths to get here. Our distinct life experiences shape who we are and how we work. We find the magic in our differences. Connecting among a diverse team broadens our vision and drives innovation. Together we’re stronger, smarter and more creative.
Guiding Pillars
We strive to inspire — and be inspired, accepted and respected.
We want to be self-made and equally represented. We want to innovate without judgment or fear of failure. We want to create a place that’s open for all, where we can be safe, included and heard. Since 2004, our internal DE&I Alliance team — full of passionate individuals and leaders — has governed our efforts to grow and thrive in this space. These are the pillars that align us and guide our evolving journey.
Talent
We’re intentional in our actions to attract, develop and retain diverse employee-owners. We create opportunities for our people that fuel innovation throughout individual careers.
Culture
Fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce allows everyone to feel comfortable being their true, authentic selves. We celebrate how individual experiences shape our culture and ideas.
Community
The future of our communities relies on the investments we make today. We remove social barriers and expand access to STEM education programs, making opportunities for the next generation visible and accessible.
Clients
Diversity is a catalyst for innovation. Every day, we help make our clients successful through the strength of our varied perspectives and experiences.
We grow together through respectful dialogue, then put action behind our words to further our impact in the workplace and in our communities.
Brittany Bennett
Assistant Department Manager and DE&I Alliance Chair
Get Uncomfortable, Get Better
Reshape the Conversation
We ask tough questions, challenge each other with new ideas and keep moving forward.
Our foundation for a more inclusive workplace includes training on transparency, inclusive communication, allyship and belonging; recognizing those who foster inclusion; and empowering resources. We regularly introduce programs around topics like culturally responsive coaching, gender equity and inclusion neuroscience.
Building Connections
Storytelling is a powerful tool for building connection and empathy. These Stories of Us offer personal perspectives from our employee-owners.
Preety Mathema
Lazaro Escalante
Lynette Kithinji
Kevin Garner
We are looking for authenticity.
We connect with minority and women’s organizations, college diversity committees, employment agencies and more to cultivate an increasingly diverse pool of employee-owners. We also empower pre-college students to follow STEM paths. We’re not looking for “culture fit,” or more of the same. The “culture add” mindset helps us evolve.
Supplier diversity helps us stay nimble, so we can welcome innovative solutions to strengthen our work.
Having diverse partners in our supply chain creates a competitive, sustainable environment and enhances our resources in challenging markets.
Employee Resource Groups
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&PROUD
Supports the LGBTQ+ community by focusing on the three core pillars of pride, career development and community.
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ADAPT
Provides a safe and empowering community for individuals living with or affected by disabilities and those who support them.
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Asian and Pacific Islanders (API)
Advances the career development, personal growth, and visibility of Asian and Pacific Islander employees through recruiting, networking and mentoring.
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Black Professionals Network (BPN)
Develops programs to enhance the company’s commitment to diversity, driving toward a more inclusive workplace.
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LATINX
Creates a network for LatinX individuals and allies, focusing on empowering our employees, our company and communities.
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Network of Women (NOW)
Places a high value on advancement and proportionate representation of women at all levels of the organization and in all career paths.
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New Blue
Enhances the employee experience of our new professionals while developing them as our next generation of leaders.
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Veterans Empowered To Serve (VETS)
Creates a network for veterans and allies focused on pushing our employees, our company and our communities forward.
Our DE&I programs help us think beyond ourselves and our worlds and remain humble about how decisions we make as individuals impact communities we may not be part of.
Emily Meyer
Project Manager and &PROUD Co-Chair
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