Inclusion in Action

Community members, we want to hear from you!

Which inclusive practice (big or small) has made a difference in your workplace experience?

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Mandy Gallagher, Ph.D.
Lead Manager, Women's Initiatives
AICPA & CIMA
Durham, NC
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Mohamad Amirul Asyraf Bin Tengah
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I agree that the small gestures from coworkers and colleagues are meaningful and impactful! It's also great to see demonstrations of inclusion and belonging on a larger organization-wide scale.

In addition to the work that our team does to promote inclusion and belonging in the profession, we also have the "Conversations That Matter" series where we learn about different heritage months, and our AICPA and CIMA colleagues from all around the globe share their experiences. I've had the privilege of participating in our Pride month conversation, which was a great opportunity to help educate and inform others about the importance of inclusion, belonging, and psychological safety for the LGBTQ+ community. I'm always glad to see how well-attended this series is and how our colleagues are supportive and eager to learn. Giving folks a space to connect and share can help us understand one another better.

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Brittany Brashear
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I love what's been shared so far! For me, its the simple act of asking me for my opinion/thoughts on something and feeling considered and heard when I do share. I don't need agreement with what I offer, but being able to contribute at no matter what level I am, in comparison to the person asking, has always made me feel like a valued part of a team. 

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Crystal Cooke
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For our firm, it’s important to me that we consider all perspectives when making changes within the firm to previously established norms and practices.



As we continue to grow, things that were unique to us and successful at a certain size don’t always continue to make sense as we scale. Rather than making a decision to change at an executive level without considering the voices of those affected, we provide team members with an explanation as to the why and an opportunity to share their perspectives and concerns.



These opportunities are level agnostic and ensure that everyone feels seen and heard, even if the ultimate decision is not in alignment with each individual’s ideal outcome.

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John Geraci


Woburn MA
+17815694700
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Each of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) host a lunch to celebrate their culture. They book a conference room, order traditional cuisine, provide a small bit of education (short talk or trivia), and invite employees to join for $15 to cover the cost of the food. They are all really fun and have made me feel connected to all of the ERGs. 

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Dean Weaver
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