One of the top goals for many companies in the tech industry is to focus on building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. It is also one of our top goals at VentureFizz in terms of helping to support companies on this important mission.
Companies have different approaches as it relates to how they are addressing their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals, so we thought that it would be valuable to profile companies and what they are doing to accomplish their DEI initiatives.
We connected with Pluralsight, the technology workforce development company that helps teams build better by knowing more and working better together.
Please provide a high level statement supporting your DEI mission and objectives?
Breaking barriers and creating equal access to opportunity is inherent in our mission to advance the world’s technology workforce. That’s why we’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). We know that by tapping into the power of DEIB we build stronger, healthier teams that build better experiences for all. We focus on three strategic areas:
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Enabling our people: Equipping our people with the knowledge and skills to drive sustainable change.
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Deepening belonging: foster a culture of belonging throughout the business by building community & encouraging allyship
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Growing diversity: Intentionally hiring, retaining and growing talent from under represented groups.
What is Pluralsight doing to attract a more diverse workforce?
We strive to create an equitable and inclusive environment where every team member feels welcome, appreciated, and heard.
We look beyond university credentials and past work experience and focus more on the skills a candidate has acquired and their potential to perform in the role. This allows us to diversify our pipelines, and bring us great candidates.
One intentional way this shows up is through our strategic partnerships with great regional and national organizations that provide access to members from under-represented groups in technology. A few key partnerships include PowerToFly, Girls Who Code, and internXL.
We are not only casting wider nets when hiring, but also are developing and investing in future talent through our internships. Our internships engage current and recent college graduates and are background agnostic: participants can be from bootcamps, self-taught, or finished with a traditional university education. For example, we’ve partnered with the IMPACT program, an internship program that brings talented students from Howard University to Utah.
Can you share all the different Employee Resource Groups at Pluralsight?
Our Employee Resource Groups are identity-based communities that cultivate connection through mentorship, allyship, education, events, and training.
We currently have three Employee Resource Groups:
Pride@PS
Pride@PS champions, advocates, and supports members of the LGBTQIA+ community with a focus on belonging and community.
seeColor
seeColor empowers a culture of personal and professional growth for our Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities.
Women@PS
Women@PS empowers communities of women and allies to confidently conquer whatever lies ahead.
What other programs do you have to support your DEI initiatives?
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Equity in our people processes: We analyze our people processes to ensure there is equity in our outcomes such as total rewards, performance management, and succession planning.
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Inclusive Leadership Series: We provide resources for our people leaders to equip them with the tools needed to foster a thriving and inclusive environment.
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Mentorship @ Pluralsight- A program focused on the investment in the growth and development of our team members through mentorship. This is a program led by our ERG, Women@PS, the program is open to all employees and gains participation from all levels within the organization.
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Pluralsight One: Our commitment to DEIB also fuels Pluralsight One, our social enterprise that improves equal access to technology skills and invests in catalytic solutions that drive global opportunity, education, and innovative outcomes.
Do you have any data that you’d like to share that demonstrates your diverse workforce?
Providing a clear picture of our progress towards building a diverse workforce today is important. We pride ourselves on publicly sharing our data in our diversity report.
Where can I find more information about your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives?
https://www.pluralsight.com/about/diversity-and-belonging
Hear From Our Employees
Sam Jeet (she/her), Software Engineer
“Everyday my background, experiences, and differences are celebrated by team members, my organization, and Pluralsight as a whole. I know and am reminded by many I have a place at the table, can invite others to the table, and can celebrate everyone at the table. This belief has allowed me to grow as an engineer, leader, and person in both my professional and personal life. “
Chris Glaittli, Executive Assistant
"This is the first company I’ve worked for that has had DEI leadership and initiatives and let me tell ya, it is amazing. The thoughtful consideration to make sure everyone is considered and thought about on every scale really makes me feel like I am valued and appreciated. The energy at Pluralsight is just so much more inviting and open than at other companies I have worked at. You can feel it and if you don’t, there are people in place that are here not only to listen but to also collaborate on opening up the space for you and others."
