Increased diversity in organizations is creating interpersonal challenges that some companies are ill-equipped to handle. Many respected companies have formal diversity initiatives including IBM, Wells Fargo, Merck, Ernst & Young, ING, Kodak, and American Airlines to name just a few. In order to maintain a productive workforce, keep morale high, and avoid lawsuits arising from lack of understanding, organizations are promoting respect and understanding of a diverse population.
Diversity training is provided with the purpose of problem solving and treating diversity as an opportunity, and promoting the ability of members from a great variety of backgrounds to cooperate productively and to contribute to an organizations goal. As a certified LGBTBE and member of the NGLCC (National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce), GEI, Inc. offers four services to organizations seeking diversity consulting:
- Diversity Strategy Development – Through skilled facilitation, GEI, Inc. consultants can help an organization develop a strategy and plan, and initiate changes that can transform the cultural climate of an organization.
- Diversity Training – Our experienced facilitators can train employees on how to interact with diverse employees, professional and acceptable behavior in the workplace, and create communication strategies for clients and customers. Our trainers facilitate train-the-trainer, employee training, and customized sessions. Our consultants know how to break down barriers, using truthful examples that allow for real dialogue to begin.
- Supply Chain Consulting – GEI, Inc. can help organizations develop and improve suppliers, develop a supplier strategy, and set-up a supplier diversity initiative.
- Transgender Consulting – If an employee transitions, we can educate organizations on how to cope with the changes and challenges that are presented. Our consultants can help an organization with the legal, administrative, medical, and social issues that arise as it pertains to the workplace.
If your organization is looking to develop a diversity strategy, train employees, build or improve a diverse supplier strategy, or educate employees on transgender issues, GEI, Inc. has the resources and experience needed to help your business. Our consultants are professional, knowledgeable, and understand what is needed in today’s business climate. Let us help your organization make a real change.
