5 things / pride

Pride month may be over, but there are numerous things your company can do throughout the year to support your LGBTQ employees and customers and create a culture of inclusion. Why is this important? Let's make the case using some recent research:

• According to Hornet/Kantar research, the U.S. global LGBTQ+ population is 32 million people and has nearly the same market value as African-American and Hispanic consumers.

• Yet, according to the Human Rights Campaign, nearly half remain closeted at work, a number that has hardly changed in a decade.

• Although, according to Out Leadership research, more than 60% of employees believe that being out at work has improved their ability to do business and engage with customers, which translates to an increased bottom line.

So, how can your business better support its LGBTQ+ employees and customers, which ties directly to an increased bottom line? Let's talk. Our blog is full of best practices. And our network of experts is ready to serve.