Public discussions like Pyramid Consulting, Inc.’s “The C-Suite Strategy to Win the War for Diverse Tech Talent” at the 2019 National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) conference highlighted the lack of diverse talent in tech as a massive problem.
However, the problem is not about the shortage of talented, diverse people.
No matter where your company ranks on the diversity spectrum, today is the day to start doing more. Let us join hands and close the Diversity Gap together!
In reality, the problem is that many employers are simply not using the right strategies and tactics to find and grow talent. For instance, 72% of tech founders believe diversity is important, but only 12% have five or more employees from underrepresented groups in tech roles.