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.

Sade Smith-Tillman

I firmly believe that establishing an inclusive workplace is crucial, and it all starts with cultivating a culture of respect and understanding. It is essential to encourage open communication, actively seek diverse perspectives, and provide equal opportunities for personal and professional growth. In my experience, I have witnessed how inclusivity can transform a workplace. Read more>>

Sheena Yap Chan

As someone who grew as an Asian woman in North America, I was ashamed of who I was culturally because I never saw anyone in the media that looked like me. All I ever saw was blonde hair and blue eyes and because of that, I thought I had to look like that in order to succeed. Working in an office, if I didn’t fit a certain standard, I thought I wasn’t good enough to be a woman in high corporate or even go for that promotion. Read more>>

Camille Johnson

My advice for creating a more inclusive workplace begins with the re-examination of corporate and company norms. It then leads to fearlessly questioning situational double consciousness and demanding actionable change. Read more>>