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Diversity and Inclusion

Everything you need to build an inclusive and successful business.

Growing an inclusive business

Building a business with diversity, inclusion and equality in mind is not only the right thing to do, it's good for business. Here's all our advice on how to make sure your business is getting it right.
Strategy

What Is DEI? Defining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become key indicators to identify which organizations are considered employers of choice.

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The Language of DEI and the Terms Every Business Owner Should Know

These key DEI terms are a good starting point for building a diversity and inclusion policy for your workforce.

Launch Pad

Diversity Leaders from WW, LinkedIn and Seattle Seahawks on Building—and Retaining—Inclusive Teams

Executives from the weight-loss company, professional networking site and the NFL franchise share actionable advice on creating diverse teams.

Strategy

Strategy 6 Essential Steps to Creating a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
Strategy Writing a Diversity and Inclusion Statement: How to Get It Right
Strategy How to Become a Certified LGBT Business
Strategy Looking for Diversity? How to Build a More Inclusive Small Business
The Big Week for Small Business Embracing Diversity and Inclusion Boosts Business and Community Connection
Strategy The Language of DEI and the Terms Every Business Owner Should Know

Your Team

Strategy Beyond Buzzwords: 6 Steps Toward Hiring and Fostering a Diverse Team
Events CO— Blueprint: Growing an Inclusive Team
Human Resources 7 Tips for Hiring a More Diverse Workforce

Funding

Business Financing 9 Funding Options for Black-Owned Businesses
Business Financing 9 Funding Options for Minority-Owned Businesses
Business Financing What Is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)?

Resources

Strategy 10 Resources for Minority-Owned Businesses
Business Financing How to Get Certified as a Minority-Owned Business
Strategy 8 Black-Owned Small Business Directories
Strategy 10 Resources for Women-Owned Businesses
Strategy 7 Resources for Hispanic-Owned Businesses
Strategy 9 Resources for Black-Owned Businesses
Finance Tax Incentives for Minority-Owned Businesses: What to Know
Growth Studio How to Improve Equality of Opportunity for Women in Business
Strategy LGBT-Inclusive Policies Benefit Employees and Companies Alike, Report Finds

Inclusive Leadership

Launch Pad Starbucks, Salesforce and WordPress Executives on Embracing Diversity, Inclusion and Change
Growth Studio Top Diversity Executives from 3M, KPMG and Fidelity Reveal Inclusivity’s Return on Investment
The Leap LinkedIn’s Head of Diversity on How Economic Opportunity Fuels Business Success
Launch Pad Diversity Leaders from WW, LinkedIn and Seattle Seahawks on Building—and Retaining—Inclusive Teams
Growth Studio These Two Communications Pros Are Taking a ‘Bold’ Stance on Diversity and Inclusion
Growth Studio 6 Small Business Owners on Making Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Part of Their Business Plan
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Generate leads and engage customers using email marketing tools. Explore free and paid services for small businesses.
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