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.

Tiffany Jones

Creating a workplace that prioritizes inclusivity is a multifaceted endeavor that requires a leadership team who understands their team’s need to be heard and valued. Read more>>

Christine Fonner

Most leaders were not trained to be leaders. They became good at what they did and gained promotions into positions where they are then responsible for people. Most people leaders are in over their heads and this is why over 80% of the workforce experiences toxic leadership and conflict in the workplace. That statistic is staggering. Read more>>

Ben Rathbun

Creating a workplace that values diversity and fosters inclusion is essential for cultivating a positive and productive environment. I strongly believe in advocating for diversity within the independent agency system. Read more>>

Iwona Urbanska

You have two different formats of the answer for those questions. Feel free to combine or choose any of those 2 Read more>>

Raelynn Janicke

Throughout my life I’ve definitely been drawn to hobbies and jobs that tend to be more male dominated. The amount of magic the gathering I’ve played and my extensive Lego collection are prime examples, haha. It was only natural I ended up in a male dominated career. Read more>>