We are Architects of Change

Building a better FUTURE, one step at a time

With deep expertise and a relentless focus on impact, we create pathways that empower your workplace, elevate equity, and drive lasting transformation.

Our Process

Navigate the path to transformation with us

Understand and connect

We seek to gain a deep and comprehensive understanding of your organizational needs. In this process step, we prioritize building solid relationships with your team.

Design and plan

We work collaboratively with you and your team to design solutions that will significantly impact your organization. We bring technical and cross-functional expertise and combine it with your team's knowledge and experience. Together, we plan for a sustainable and lasting impact.

Implement and evaluate

We will support you every step of the way. We are an agile and flexible team that can adjust and work across the organization, reducing friction and tension through the implementation phase.

Our Approach to DEI

Our three-step approach - Recognize, Own, Disrupt - forms the foundation of our DEI programs. It's a journey, not a destination, but one that can lead to meaningful and lasting change.

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Recognize

We reveal both conscious & unconscious biases impacting you and your organization. Explore how they play out in hiring, promotions, and daily interactions. Through self-reflection and open dialogue, gain deeper understanding of your biases and their influence.

Own

We empower you to own your biases, not as flaws, but as opportunities for growth. We provide tools to examine your biases and their potential impact on others. Owning them is the first step to dismantling systems perpetuating inequity.

Disrupt

We equip you with skills to disrupt and dismantle biases in your daily life actively. Learn to challenge your own and others' biases, fostering a culture of open dialogue and accountability. We provide practical tools and resources to advocate for change within your teams and organization.

Here's what makes our approach unique:

Customized Solutions:

We tailor our programs to meet the specific needs and challenges of your organization.

Action-Oriented Learning:

We develop programs that foster equitable leadership, build high-performing teams, and enhance emotional intelligence.

Data-Driven Results

We track progress and measure impact to ensure your investment pays off.

Sustainable Change:

We create a culture of accountability and continuous learning for lasting impact.

Rooted in Community,
Driven by Equity

From the spark of two transformative movements to a decade of impact, Step Up: Equity Matters has been a relentless force for change in workplaces across the nation. Our journey began with a shared vision for equity and inclusion, uniting leaders from diverse sectors who believed in the power of community-driven solutions.