[Tustin, CA, January 13, 2025] – LEAD3R, a leading organizational development consultancy, today released groundbreaking research revealing significant gaps between DEIB investment and perceived impact across organizations. The study, which surveyed nearly 200 professionals and included insights from 29 thought leaders and 19 C-suite executives, identified three major barriers to DEIB success.
Key findings show that organizations struggle to integrate DEIB with business strategy, face disconnects between leadership vision and employee experience, and lack critical leadership skills, with leaders averaging only 5/10 in DEIB readiness scores.
Leesa Hill, Partner and Head of DEIB at LEAD3R, emphasized the necessity for profound change in current diversity strategies, stating,
“Our findings clearly show the need for organizations to transform their DEIB approaches from being merely metric-focused to becoming deeply embedded within their cultural and business frameworks.”
This report, especially timely as we enter Q1, provides rich insights from LEAD3R’s extensive research, including surveys, interviews, and roundtable discussions with both DEIB leaders and employees. It offers practical strategies to shift towards culture-driven practices that not only prioritize teamwork but also align with organizational goals. These approaches enhance an organization’s impact and set a strong foundation for the year with expert recommendations on strategically integrating DEIB into operations.
For additional information or to discuss implementing these findings, contact Leesa Hill.
