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Comprehensive Solutions for Belonging in the Workplace

SHIFT Consulting
The professional development and consulting division of The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
We partner with organizations to SHIFT individual behaviors, interpersonal interactions, and workplace systems—fostering a culture of belonging.
Our approach helps organizations attract, engage, and retain top talent by creating environments where people feel seen, accepted, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Belonging is a core human need—and a key driver of engagement, innovation, and retention. Together, we build a positive culture where everyone feels connected, respected, and valued.
Why Partner With Us?
Dedicating resources to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives delivers tangible and measurable results – increased innovation, higher employee engagement, and overall stronger financial outcomes. These benefits contribute to a more adaptable and successful organization.
Here’s why Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is essential for business success:
- Diverse teams are more innovative and make better decisions (CIO.com, 2023).
- Diverse companies outperform others by 25–36% (McKinsey, 2020).
- Inclusion and belonging boost retention, engagement, and productivity (Gallup, 2020).
- Belonging cuts turnover by 50% and boosts performance by 56% (BetterUp, 2020).
- Diverse leadership drives growth, impact, and workforce satisfaction (McKinsey, 2023).
- Inclusive environments with empowered diverse leaders create lasting, meaningful change (McKinsey, 2023).
Consulting Services
To build truly inclusive and equitable workplaces, businesses and organizations must take intentional steps to shift behaviors, interactions, and policies. Our consulting services provide a strategic framework to foster belonging for all individuals.
SHIFT Consulting services include:
- Strategic Planning for Your Inclusion and Belonging Committee
- Organizational Culture and Climate Surveys
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG) Development
- Scorecard Development
- Establishing Your Inclusion and Belonging Committee/Council
- Policy and Procedure Analysis
- Focus Groups: Assessing the Lived Experiences of Your Team
Customized Training
We provide half-day and one-hour workshops designed to build skills and foster conversations about inclusion and belonging in your organization. Our workshops are discussion and activity focused, which allows participants to connect with their coworkers and discuss how these concepts apply to their daily practices.
Impact Statistics
Here are some statistics on the impact our services and workshops have created in FY 2024
Thank you for taking the time to visit our website today. We look forward to hearing from you and partnering with you in creating inclusive and equitable communities and workplaces.
If you have any questions or need additional support, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Sincerely,
Jeff Modzelewski (he/him)
Engagement Director, SHIFT Consulting
The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
jeffm@diversitycenterneo.org
Cell: 216-906-2710
Schedule a Free Consultation
Contact us to schedule your free consultation and learn more about what SHIFT Consulting can do for your organization.