Derryl Glaze, Founder and CEOCulture DEI is an industry leader dedicated to assisting companies in having meaningful conversations about inclusion with employees from diverse identities and backgrounds. It helps to develop skills that empower marginalized employees, facilitate a safe and compassionate workplace culture, and promote equity, creating a sense of belonging within the organization.
Its process begins with client consultations that form the basis of the curriculum for coaching candidates, followed by training. The company augments these sessions with resources used for DEI programs at Ivy League universities like Cornell University. Through these measures, it engages in in-depth conversations with clients to understand the nuances of their organizational culture and conducts interactive sessions that encourage open dialogue among participants.
“Our sessions facilitate an environment where members are encouraged to ask more probing questions, and they are able to answer queries put forward by other members,” says Derryl Glaze, founder and CEO at Culture DEI.
Culture DEI understands that the goal for companies is to undergo a cultural transformation. In one instance, Culture DEI was working with a large company that had about 200 people working in one of their Midwest regions. After approving the content, the client asked the company on the first day of the training session to delete information from the curriculum because it had upset four employees and the client was reluctant to cause any discomfort. The company had a clear discussion with those four individuals and ensured that they understood its true intention behind conducting those trainings.
This proactive approach has generated widespread interest in Culture DEI’s services across several industries, especially in law enforcement. By hiring professionals with firsthand experience, the company elevates the training experience. Having experienced similar situations, these officers resonate with the situations and better empathize with candidates going through similar phases. The goal is to eliminate biases before they grow into critical situations.
To gauge the effectiveness of its programs, Culture DEI employs a robust feedback process, including post-training surveys and follow-up sessions. The company conducts regular check-ins to identify areas for improvement. This commitment to feedback aligns with its philosophy of continuous growth, both internally and for clients. Making employees feel comfortable in diverse situations benefits companies by improving their bottom line and attracting future employees and clients.
Our sessions facilitate an environment where members are encouraged to ask more probing questions, and they are able to answer queries put forward by other members
What sets Culture DEI apart is its emphasis on adaptability in DEI training. Recognizing that every client engagement is different, it remains agile and ready to pivot its approach based on the diversity of each organization. This flexibility allows the company to address cultural imbalances in real time, ensuring that the training meets the expectations of the participants.
A true champion of transparency, Culture DEI holds regular team reviews and open discussions about the successes and failures of the presentations, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
Culture DEI’s personalized and adaptive approach helps clients navigate through the nuances of cultural change. Its commitment to open dialogue and ongoing development sets the stage for a future where DEI initiatives are an integral component of organizational success. Its passion for creating inclusive workplaces makes Culture DEI a valuable partner for organizations committed to building a diverse and equitable future
