One of the most powerful things about being a business owner is the ability to create a work environment according to your own principles. So many of us have worked within a company or organization and been disappointed by the way things were run, the way team members were treated. So, we wanted to ask some fantastic business owners and operators how they’ve gone about creating a more inclusive workplace.

Tiesha D. Douglas

My number one piece of advice for creating an inclusive workplace is simple: Take care of who’s there — your current employees. To quote Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, “take care of your employees and they’ll take care of your business.” Read more>>

Zoey Edenholm

I feel as I am paving a way for more inclusivity in my motorsport industry being a female racing driver. I love being able to inspire young females and then have some to follow on social media to watch me excel through the ranks and that they are able to too. Read more>>

Bianca Halpern

When I was a Freelance Cinematographer I realized the Guys in my generation always had access to better equipment and were attached to projects that had better budgets, so when I had the Opportunity to open a Business, I realized I neede to create a space that I wish it existed for myself when I was freelancing. Read more>>

Megan Fortado

I believe that when it comes to bar & restaurant atmospheres and the way we operate, it is imperative to have a diverse staff. Just as the mix of customers we welcome into The Poe House each day, we have created a staff with a mix of backgrounds, experience & personalities. Read more>>