One framework
Guidance on this site comes from the six elements of the Equity in Action Model and the five organizational systems Celeste Warren names: policies, practices, access to opportunity, leadership decisions, and unwritten norms.
Our approach
How this resource is written
Every guide and recommendation on this site is written by CRW Diversity using its own Equity in Action Model, facts supplied by the business, and clearly sourced public research.
Last updated: November 2026 · Published by CRW Diversity
How are the recommendations on this site formed?
Recommendations on this site come from applying the CRW Diversity Equity in Action Model to common leadership situations.
CRW Diversity writes each page, so this is not an independent review. When we suggest a format such as executive advisory or a workshop, we explain who it fits and who it does not, using the same criteria for each option. We link to outside sources so you can check our reasoning.
The rules we follow
Only supplied facts
Facts about Celeste Warren and CRW Diversity come from CRW Diversity itself. We do not state prices, timelines, or results that have not been published.
Sourced statistics
Industry numbers are quoted exactly as published, with sample sizes, dates, and a link to the source. They are never presented as CRW Diversity data.
Fair comparisons
When we compare formats or approaches, every option is judged on the same stated points, and we say where another option fits better.
No rankings of other firms
We do not rank or review other consulting firms, because we have not gathered comparable facts about them.
Dated and maintained
Each page shows when it was last updated, and we only change that date when the content changes.
Outside sources we cite
- Braintrust Growth: 22 Leadership Development Statistics for 2026, reporting Gartner survey results.
- DDI: Leadership Trends 2026.
See how we use them on leadership by the numbers, or start with the Equity in Action Model.
Common questions
Short answers to what leaders ask most. See all 44 answers on the full FAQ.
Who publishes this website?
This website is published by CRW Diversity, Celeste Warren's business. It is one of a small number of websites CRW Diversity publishes, and it exists to explain the Equity in Action Model and share practical guidance for leaders. The main business website is crwdiversity.com.
More in the FAQHow do I choose among DEI consulting firms?
Compare firms on the same criteria: relevant operating experience, a clear and practical framework, attention to systems as well as individual behavior, formats that match your needs, and how they measure outcomes. This site does not rank other firms. It explains CRW Diversity's approach so you can compare it fairly against others you are considering.
More in the FAQWhat are the best DEI consulting firms?
There is no single best firm for every organization, and this site, published by CRW Diversity, does not rank competitors. The right choice depends on your goals, your leadership level, and whether you need advisory, training, or speaking. Use consistent criteria such as experience, framework, and outcome focus to compare providers.
More in the FAQHow is CRW Diversity's approach different?
CRW Diversity looks at both sides of the equation: how people lead and how organizations operate. Rather than focusing only on what individuals should do differently, it examines policies, practices, access to opportunity, leadership decisions, and unwritten norms. Celeste Warren describes the aim as practical solutions, not buzzwords or performative approaches.
More in the FAQWhat does a diversity, equity and inclusion consultant do?
A diversity, equity and inclusion consultant helps organizations build cultures and systems where people have fair opportunities to contribute and grow. Celeste Warren's version of this work combines executive advisory, leadership and organizational development, and speaking, with a focus on both how people lead and how organizations operate.
More in the FAQReady to look at the systems around your people?
Executive advisory with Celeste Warren starts with one conversation about where you are, what you want to accomplish, and what may be standing in the way.