BEYOND EQUITY, THERE IS A WORLD OF BELONGING WE'VE ONLY DREAMED OF
We are building a world where all people are actively engaged in creating equitable systems that foster rich relationships rooted in trust, belonging, and interdependence.
Moving beyond equity means expanding our dreams. We don’t just dream of diverse teams; we dream of teams that have learned to revel in their varied experiences, strengths, and cultures. We don’t just aim for fairness in our policies - we aim for systems that ensure every person thrives. We all have something at stake in pursuing equity - because equity is just the beginning. Beyond equity, there is a world of belonging we’ve only dreamed of.
VISION
We collaborate with bold organizations to build a culture of trust, belonging, and interdependence through relationship-based strategic equity planning and implementation.
Equity doesn’t happen by accident - it is the intentional result of dedicated leaders building relationships of trust and accountability across their organization. Equity & Beyond helps organizations move past their barriers using their greatest asset - the unique, diverse brilliance and experience of their team. Through innovative strategic planning, human capital management, executive searches, and training, we help organizations transform into communities where everyone belongs, and everyone thrives.
MISSION
VALUES
01. Relationships of trust and accountability are the cornerstone of equity and belonging
Relationships are the core of our work - they are both the means and the end. Everything we do is rooted in helping organizations foster healthier, more satisfying relationships at every level.
02. Every person has a stake and a role in pursuing equity
We believe every single person has the potential to be an equity leader - and that it takes all of us. Understanding who we are, and how our unique identity, skills, and experiences show up in our relationships, allows us to purposefully shape our leadership to create equity, belonging, and thriving for every person we interact with.
03. No problem is unsolvable if we are committed, accountable, and inclusive in our approach
When we pursue equity in our organizations, it comes with big challenges. We believe the key to overcoming them is found in the unique, diverse brilliance and experience of our teams and our communities. When we include everyone as part of an accountable problem-solving team, solutions come within reach.
04. We are strongest when our teams have truly diverse viewpoints and experiences
Teams that revel in diversity unlock our unique experiences and identities to accelerate growth, innovation, and enrichment. Anti-racism, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity aren’t just about fairness - they allow our work to be richer, more rewarding, and more productive.
05. We are building something new
We are creating next-generation workplaces and communities that are unlike anything we have experienced before. We believe that, by creating a path for everyone to move forward in equity, we will create a world of belonging that we have only dreamed of.
MEET OUR TEAM
ERNEST BLACKWELL
Founder
DR. ROBERT SIMMONS
Partner, Equity & Innovation
DARA MURRAY
Senior Director of Strategic Learning
CHANEL BANKS
Director of Strategic Learning
TAMARA HENDERSON
Consultant
JD GARCIA
Consultant
WES HELM
Consultant
DR. KRISTINA STERLING
Consultant
MILDRED GONZALEZ
Consultant
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