Stephen Rankin

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About Stephen Rankin

I have built my career on assessing, reorganizing, building and implementing a culture of excitement to achieve new heights. My unique perspective and passion for driving growth are infectious. A motivating leader for both internal and external teams. A client-side guy who jumped the fence to agency side brings perspective to both sides of the boardroom table which naturally infuses a collaborative approach. I strive to push everyone I partner with to be better, to be transparent, and to focus efforts on breaking routine, tearing down boundaries and delivering results that get noticed and promoted. As a strategic consultant with extensive experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion, I help companies navigate the complexities of supporting LGBTQ+ initiatives in a meaningful and impactful way. I work with organizations to create long-term, authentic partnerships with LGBTQ+ groups, ensuring that their support goes beyond tokenism and aligns with both company values and business objectives. From mitigating risks like backlash to ensuring clear ROI, I guide businesses through the entire process—from fostering internal buy-in and developing inclusive policies to measuring the success of their efforts. My goal is to help companies not only avoid common roadblocks but to thrive in their commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion, creating positive change within their organization and the community at large. Reach out anytime - I'm a collaborator who is always seeking new partnerships. Comfortable in doing things the usual way, but driven to find ways to do things better.