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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

Here are some testimonials from our clients who have utilized our services or attended workshops in FY 2025:

Customized Training

Effective inclusion requires continuous learning and skill-building. We offer customized training solutions that equip individuals and teams with the knowledge and tools to foster feelings of belonging in the workplace.

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! I liked how lessons were broken up with activities and breaks. The program was a great reminder to treat people with kindness and to really listen to other's experiences."

"I absolutely loved the material! This training would benefit so many of our public health workers in rural jurisdictions. Understanding that everyone has privilege and being empowered to use it to benefit our residents who face oppression is a major obstacle."

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)
Director of Engagement

The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio
jeffm@diversitycenterneo.org
Cell: 216-906-2710