EDI is a premier executive search and human capital consulting firm that provides executive search, leadership development and coaching, culture assessments, and strategic planning services to educational institutions, corporations, non-profits, and STEM industries. Founded on the principles of DEIB (diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging), our approach centers innovative inclusive practices and solutions as catalysts to transforming organizational culture. We help our clients attract, develop, and retain the best workforce by identifying and addressing issues confronting workplace culture in their systems, structures, policies, and practices.
Our aim is to help every employee prosper and fulfill their potential. Through collaboration and shared insights, we strive to build environments where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are valued and everyone can succeed.
We partner with organizations to provide inclusive search and consulting services that identify and develop talented diverse and inclusive leaders.
We demonstrate our commitment to diversity by engaging with/across difference and practice inclusivity by modeling a sense of belonging within our firm and helping our clients achieve the same.
To provide a paradigm shift in how leadership is perceived and practiced in businesses, organizations, institutions, and society.
We share counter-narratives that increase awareness, understanding, and acceptance of differences.
Lead the way in transforming organizational culture through innovative, culturally relevant education and inclusive practices that develop a socially conscious and responsible generation of leaders.
Our ICARE values are the cornerstone of our operational philosophy and partner interactions. These principles guide our behavior, decision-making, and relationships, ensuring that we conduct business in a manner that is ethical, innovative, and people-centric.
We strive to maintain the highest standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct in all our business dealings. We actively recruit and develop leaders who embody these values and possess the ability to drive innovation and positive change within systems, structures, policies, and practices. We believe that integrity and innovation are not mutually exclusive but complementary and essential for sustainable success.
We are committed to creating a workplace and community where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. A sense of belonging fosters collaboration, creativity, and engagement. Our commitment to inclusivity extends to our consultants, clients, and community members, as reflected in our policies, practices, and interactions.
We take ownership of our actions and decisions individually and collectively. We are accountable to each other, our clients, and our community for delivering on our promises and upholding our values. We believe that accountability is essential for building trust and maintaining strong relationships.
We recognize and celebrate the diversity of our workforce, clients, and community. Diversity is a source of strength and innovation, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels comfortable expressing their unique perspectives and experiences. We also assist our clients in fostering diversity and inclusion within their organizations.
We understand that our work profoundly impacts people’s lives, and we approach our interactions with empathy and a commitment to equity. We strive to create a level playing field for all candidates and treat our clients and community members fairly and respectfully. Equity and empathy are essential for building strong and sustainable relationships.
EDI Company Overview
EDI, founded in 2016 by CEO and Chief Diversity Officer Mohammed (Mo) Ahamed, leverages interdisciplinary expertise to advance DEIB strategies in executive recruitment, leadership development, organizational development, and change management. Ahamed’s experience revealed recurring issues in company culture and climate, prompting EDI’s focus on fostering inclusive environments.
EDI’s cutting-edge inclusive executive search methodology, innovative HR solutions, and approaches to leadership (such as the EDI B.O.L.D. Leadership Method) have established it as a premier US executive search and management consulting firm with a diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging focus. The firm’s commitment to building lasting relationships has resulted in a high client retention rate.
Beyond traditional human capital management and human resources, EDI offers comprehensive services that integrate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) principles into every aspect of an organization’s strategy. This holistic approach empowers organizations to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued and included. EDI partners with organizations to create a workplace environment that fosters innovation, engagement, and high performance through authentic and pragmatic DEIB practices.
Join our growing consortium of partners to advance your organizations DEIB goals
We only partner with organizations that are serious and committed to the issues of social justice and are willing to do something about it.
We ask that you show up prepared to make B.O.L.D. changes for the betterment of all your people.
You trust our process and our team’s commitment to see help your organization achieve its goals.
We are fundamentally focused on the lives that we are fortunate to touch through our partnership engagements. Specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion practices that drive organizational effectiveness, change, innovation and creativity is at the core of who we are.
As professionals who have dedicated their life’s work to ensure an equitable and just society where all people are given the opportunity to explore their fullest potential; at work, in our communities, and our global village, we pride ourselves in the impact and difference we are making in connecting hearts and minds in the spaces we operate.
EDI firmly believes that cultivating profound and enduring relationships with our clients transcends mere business transactions. These relationships form the bedrock of our partnerships and are an indispensable element in achieving mutual success. We recognize that trust, open communication, and a genuine understanding of our clients’ needs are paramount. By fostering these connections, we create an environment where collaboration thrives, innovation flourishes, and shared goals are realized. Our commitment to building deep-rooted relationships extends beyond the immediate project, ensuring long-lasting partnerships that deliver sustained value. Lets connect and being our journey together.
Our Services cater to your specific organizational needs. We consult with you to understand your situation, analyze data, and recommend steps that help in creating a more inclusive culture for all your people.
“People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.”
~ Nelson Mandela