Inclusion Practice

The workforce, workplace, marketplace and community are changing in ways that require management and leadership approaches that embrace inclusion. Under our four pillars, Authentico helps our clients build and maintain successful multicultural workforce strategies and develop inclusive learning initiatives.

We offer tools, resources and approaches for small, medium and large organizations — applicable across all industries.

Our focused approaches

Coaching
Assessments
Engagement, Outreach &
Signature Events
Learning & Development
HR Strategy
Inclusion Strategy

We’re committed to broadening and advancing corporate HR and inclusion initiatives for our clients.

The Four Pillars

Workforce

The Workforce pillar aims to outreach, attract, engage, retain and develop skilled and advance employees at all levels. Our Workforce efforts are committed to assisting organizations with creating an inclusive environment with enhanced business results by leveraging an engaged workforce.

Workplace

The Workplace pillar strives to create an ongoing innovative atmosphere that promotes a sense of belonging for all employees. Our Workplace efforts will aim to create workplace environments that are inclusive where everyone feels valued, engaged and respected.

Marketplace

The Marketplace relentlessly seeks and recognizes markets, suppliers as a way to connect and advance business imperatives. Our Marketplace efforts will assist organizations with expanding and leveraging their marketplace. Customers are demanding and requesting that businesses reflect their communities.

Community

The Community pillar will provide strategic support and alignment with community collaborative partnerships and community engagement initiatives. Our Community efforts will help forge authentic, connections and relationships with key community stakeholders and initiatives to provide a platform for organizations to expand their inclusion value and commitment further.

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of employees would be more likely to share experiences and opinions on inclusion at their company if they could do so anonymously. (Glassdoor)

Companies are struggling to mature their inclusion, with only

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indicating they are in “expert” or “advanced” stages. (HR Research Institute)

The United States will no longer have any single ethnic or racial majority by the year

2024

(Pew Research Center)

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of job seekers said a diverse workforce is important when considering job offers.(Glassdoor)

Only

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of companies say that their workforce reflects the demographics of today’s marketplace.
(HR Research Institute)

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“The Certificate Cohort has provided practical strategies to foster a more inclusive workplace and is helping me to be a diversity champion within our organization. I have found the thoughtful discussions with Dr. Andrea Hendricks and other area HR/DE&I/Executive leaders to be especially beneficial.”

Kristen DoyleHuman Resources Manager

“I am so proud to be part of the Certificate Program with Authentico and Dr. Hendricks. It's been really insightful and has helped me grow as a DEI professional. I love the opportunity to build relationships with the other leaders in the cohort. Dr. Hendricks fosters a safe space to share openly and learn from each other. She has brought in incredible speakers who have taught and challenged us. I highly recommend this program to anyone interested in growing personally and professionally in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion field.”

Adrienne FleckManager

“I've had the privilege of participating in Authentico’s Certificate Program, which has been an eye-opening experience. This program has allowed me to learn alongside top professionals from various industries. Through this, we have had deep discussions that have given me the confidence to be an effective leader. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of such an empowering program.”

Alexandra Rojas-MeierManager

“First, I want to thank the brilliant minds that thought to make such an incredible opportunity for change champions like me. The DE&I Certificate of Mastery and Capstone Program is an experience I am honored to be a part of. This program is unlike any other DEI or Diversity Equity program; it is based on facts not feelings, with a true real-world practicality that makes each session transformational. If you are on the fence about the time commitment, don’t be you will find yourself wishing the classes weren’t just once a month. If you are skeptical about the financial investment, my question to you would be, how much is your intellectual equity worth? The ROI is 3x what was promised, and I haven’t completed the program. P.S. They didn’t even pay me to say this. It’s just that good!”

Amber BettsDirector

“My experience in the class is so humbling, because I am not judged, and I am around cohort members/people that are knowledgeable and willing to help me. I learn better in a room full of learners”

Charniece N. RollieAttorney

I’m experiencing meaningful interpersonal growth. Even with my own diversity and individuality, I’m realizing there are still layers to explore when it comes to inclusivity. The Inclusive Leadership Cohort Program has opened my eyes to the richness of others’ experiences and backgrounds, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from them. I’ve learned that even when people share the same race or ethnicity, it doesn’t mean they share the same lens, story, or lived experiences.

Rita SticklandCity Lifestyle

I joined the Inclusive Leadership Cohort Program after seeing the impact it had on many of my colleagues and through our strong partnership with Dr. Hendricks. When I learned a spot had opened up, I knew I wanted to be part of this experience. I was excited to build new and diverse connections and to learn from others who do similar work in different organizations. Listening to others and absorbing their insights has been incredibly valuable. I’ve gained tools and perspectives that I can bring into our company’s strategic planning, and I’ve learned so much about myself as a leader. This experience has truly expanded both my self-awareness and my leadership practice.

Lisa AdamsYMCA Greater Kansas City