Transform Your Hiring and Retention Strategy with Increase Diversity Academy

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Are you juggling multiple training programs just to move the needle on diversity and retention? You’re not alone. Many organizations face the same uphill battle—patching together courses from various providers, each promising change but delivering only fragmented solutions. The result? Frustrated teams, disjointed strategies, and minimal progress.

Recruiters and hiring managers are left feeling overwhelmed, unsure if their efforts are genuinely inclusive or if they’re just ticking boxes. Leaders waste precious time navigating a maze of resources, all while talent gaps and retention issues remain. And as these challenges build, the organization’s commitment to diversity risks becoming nothing more than a tagline.

It’s time to stop the cycle of piecemeal training and ineffective practices.

Meet your solution: Increase Diversity Academy (IDA)—a comprehensive training hub designed to empower your entire team with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to make true, lasting change in your hiring and retention practices.

What Is Increase Diversity Academy, and Who Is It for?

The Increase Diversity Academy is more than just training—it’s a complete, on-demand library of powerful, actionable content built for every level of your organization. Whether you’re a recruiter searching for top-tier strategies, a hiring manager committed to inclusive practices, or a DEI leader pushing for systemic change, IDA has you covered.

With IDA, your team gets access to targeted modules that focus on real-world applications. This means training that’s relevant, easy to digest, and built for immediate impact. If you’re looking for even more specialized programs, you can add on comprehensive training like QDR for recruiters and talent acquisition teams or Accelerated QIL for hiring managers and DEI leaders. Whether you choose IDA alone, bundle it with Accelerated QIL, QDR, or opt for one specific program that suits your goals, you have the flexibility to build the training plan that best fits your needs.

Looking for Targeted Training for Recruiters and Hiring Managers?

Discover QDR: Qualified Diversity Recruiter Training and Certification program

Hiring professionals—whether in-house recruiters, TA specialists, HR leaders, or DEI experts—are key to shaping your company’s future. QDR is built to arm your recruiting team with proven strategies to plan, source, attract, engage, and hire talent from underrepresented backgrounds without the fluff. Say goodbye to the typical, recycled advice—this program is focused on building an inclusive hiring framework from the ground up. From initial planning to selecting and retaining top talent, QDR sets the stage for increasing diversity and retention in your organization.

What people are saying about QDR:

“If you truly want to build a diverse company, this class is the way to go. You’re not going to learn how to boolean search; you’re going to learn how to build from the ground up when it comes to attracting and hiring diverse talent.” – Stephen Brown, Recruiting Manager

“Do this, your team will be better prepared.” – Rob Markt, The Broad Institute

“QDR gave us the confidence to rethink our hiring approach, and we’re seeing results in the quality and diversity of our candidate pool.” – Client Feedback

Imagine the impact when your entire recruitment team has these skills at their disposal.

Want to Boost Your Leadership’s Inclusivity Skills? Meet Accelerated QIL

The (Accelerated) Qualified Inclusive Leader (Accelerated QIL) program is your ticket to impactful training that doesn’t disrupt your busy schedule. Designed for hiring managers, hiring decision-makers, and DEI leaders, Accelerated QIL delivers 3 hours of game-changing insights over the course of 45 days. Your team will learn to recognize and tackle bias, rethink job qualifications, and design inclusive hiring practices that stick.

What learners are saying about Accelerated QIL:

“Necessary if you are responsible for hiring people to your team. It is the only way we are going to move the dial.”—Darcy Matz, Senior Director, Projects and Strategic Planning FMO Distribution

“Open your mind. Be ready to be uncomfortable, but know that everyone else is, too. The conversation starts here.”—Ryan Zimmerman, Contact Center Supervisor

“There was a wealth of useful materials and a phenomenal instructor.”—Travis Walker, FMO Advisor Specialist

When your leadership team understands and embraces inclusive practices, you’ll see the ripple effects throughout your organization.

Start Your Increase Diversity Journey with the Increase Diversity Academy

If you’re serious about increasing diversity and retention without harm, now is the time to act. Increase Diversity Academy is your comprehensive resource for lasting impact. With add-on courses like QDR and Accelerated QIL, IDA equips your team to take charge of the hiring process and build a workplace where everyone thrives.

Equip your team with the proven knowledge and skills that drive real, transformative change. Get started with the Increase Diversity Academy and invest in a workforce that’s more diverse, inclusive, and ready for tomorrow.