Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The diversity of our people is one of Reference Point’s greatest assets. Anchored in our core values, we commit to learn from and empower one another. As such, we can better deliver for clients and create an atmosphere where employees of all backgrounds can achieve success. This is why we continue our focus on fostering a culture of inclusion that is designed to attract, develop, and retain diverse talent.
How we support You
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace focused on attracting, retaining, and developing the diverse, entrepreneurial, and bright talent while fostering a culture of belonging for everyone. As such, we encourage all employees to actively participate in our efforts to embrace, educate, equip, empower, and evolve.
Our DE&I Guiding Principles
Embrace
Embrace the diverse traits represented by Reference Point employees by promoting a firm-wide culture of inclusion and by providing concrete resources and support.
Educate
Educate employees on diverse identities and backgrounds, the importance of professional allyship, and the systemic inequity perpetuated by implicit biases
Equip
Equip employees to advocate for inclusion and equity within their professional and personal communities
Empower
Empower employees from all backgrounds to achieve professional success through the opportunities and resources provided by Reference Point
Evolve
Evolve the firm’s culture, talent management, and workplace environment to foster professional development and personal expression by all employees
Employee Resource Groups
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are self-driven with sponsorship from leadership and involvement from our expert network. Open to all employees, they serve as a cornerstone of our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts. Through this employee engagement, they create a culture of inclusion, connect colleagues from across the country and help create a sense of belonging.
Our ERGs are made up of employees who come together based on a shared dimension of diversity and they are constantly evolving to further enable networking, mentorship, capability building, and social engagement by providing avenues for our people to connect.
“Being a part of an organization where everyone comes together to celebrate events like Black History Month is very important to me. This year, we hosted an event that was both a celebration and reminder of the African American experience, achievements, and hardships that have shaped our world today. It was an opportunity to not only celebrate, but to remember the hidden and forgotten contributions of our ancestors - as well as to reflect on the work still to be done.”
“The PRIDE ERG at Reference Point serves as an invaluable platform for fostering new connections, appreciating the diverse talents within our firm, and building meaningful professional relationships. Through recruitment efforts at Out for Undergrad, networking events, volunteering opportunities, and company-wide activities, the group exemplifies Reference Point's dedication to workplace diversity. I am so excited to witness and be part of the continued growth of our community!”
“I am grateful for how the women of Reference Point all serve as each other’s cheerleaders. Of course, we celebrate promotions and hard-earned awards, but also make sure to call attention to the less visible work that goes into making the wheels of this company run so smoothly.”
“Reference Point's commitment to building, developing, and retaining a talented, diverse, and inclusive workforce is a source of pride for me. As a leader of Asians@RP, I am empowered to further drive company-wide efforts and create new opportunities to promote an inclusive environment among the Asian community while also raising awareness of our culture with our peers. ”
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