The third step is to implement best practices for creating a diverse pipeline of candidates for leadership roles. This should include developing a clear and consistent leadership competency framework that reflects the skills, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors expected from leaders. Additionally, a transparent and fair selection process should be established to minimize bias and ensure equal opportunity for all candidates. Structured interviews, objective assessments, diverse panels, and feedback mechanisms can help improve the process. To help talent grow and advance, a variety of leadership development opportunities should be provided such as mentoring, coaching, training, networking, sponsorship, rotation, assignment, and recognition programs. Finally, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging that supports and values diverse leaders is important. This can be achieved by promoting a shared vision, encouraging collaboration, celebrating diversity, soliciting feedback, addressing issues, and modeling inclusive behaviors.