Bernadette Smith Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Equality Institute is a full-service diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) consulting firm with a vision for a world where every human feels safe to express their authentic selves.Our mission is to embed equity and inclusion into work systems and culture, enhancing outcomes for employees and customers. Using our proprietary Inclusive 360 Assessment model and digital app, we help you understand the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion; promote diverse teams, build a culture of inclusion, and earn and keep the business of your diverse clients. We create thought-provoking and experiential classroom and virtual programs and can show you how to attain measurable financial benefits from your DEI initiatives. By doing this, we help you cultivate trust and build brand loyalty in your diverse clients. We create an environment for each individual to flourish at work as a result of our programs that weave DEI into the fabric of your company. Employees feel safe expressing themselves and valued for who they are – because every voice matters.Equality Institute brings a practical, easy-going approach that can be embraced by all levels. We have found a way to make conversations around diversity and inclusion less intimidating, ensuring your team members can feel inspired and energized. Equality Institute is proud to be a certified LGBT Enterprise (LGBTE) and Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE).

It's About Time is the umbrella company for three distinct brands that I created, designed, and operated. The brands are connected by a central mission to help organizations win bigger by treating under-represented workers, clients, and guests with dignity and respect.*I've spoken to thousands at conferences including World Education Congress, Catersource/Idea Factory, Engage!, The Special Event Show, NACE Experience, Love Mexico and others. *Our reputation for excellent execution, dependability and a calm demeanor has brought many clients including Hard Rock, MGM Resorts, Melia Hotels, Marriott Hotels, and Ritz-Carlton brands. *My expertise has been sought after by the New York Times, the Washington Post, and Fast Company, among many others and I've appeared on the Today Show, the BBC, National Public Radio, and CNN.*Our team has co-created numerous, widely cited, pioneering surveys, including The Customer Service Experience of Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Guests, and Contemporary Couples & Current Wedding Trends.

14 Stories is a progressive firm specializing in producing nontraditional events. We were the first company in the country to specialize in planning legal LGBTQ weddings and were quickly established as a thought-leader and industry expert. We have worked with clients from nearly every U.S. state and around the world. 14 Stories was founded in Boston at the advent of marriage equality in 2004.

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