To put it simply, inclusivity matters. New research makes it abundantly clear that companies with more diverse workforces are more profitable. 

In fact, companies in the top 25% for gender diversity at the executive level are more likely to have above-average profitability than companies in the bottom 25%. And companies in the top 25% for ethnic and racial diversity are 33% more likely to outperform the competition.

And conscientious consumers are partially to thank. According to new research, nearly two-thirds of consumers are “belief-driven buyers” and will either put their money behind or boycott a brand based on its stand on societal issues—which is something we can certainly get behind.

Panelists:

Nyma Tang | Beauty Influencer & Inclusivity Advocate

Adrienne Houghton | Singer, Actress, Talk Show Host, Lifestyle Personality, & Entrepreneur

Shahd Batal | Model, YouTube Star, & Influencer

Arnell Armon | YouTuber & Influencer

Sunita V. | Influencer

Moderator: 

Randi Bryant | Sista-Intendent, Diversity and Inclusion Strategist