EquiArts is a consulting firm specializing in arts, entertainment, and sports, offering expert services in DEI training, leadership development, HR & recruitment, legal consulting, lobbying, interim executive placement, and organizational strategy. We help businesses, nonprofits, and industry leaders create inclusive, high-performing workplaces while driving sustainable growth.

We work with organizations in the arts, entertainment, and sports industries, including:

• Performing arts centers, theaters, dance companies and museums
• Film, television, and music production companies
• Professional and collegiate sports teams
• Nonprofit organizations and cultural institutions
• Corporate partners and foundations supporting the creative and athletic sectors

We provide a wide range of customized consulting services, including:
✅ Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Training – Helping organizations foster inclusive cultures and workplaces.
✅ Leadership Development & Executive Coaching – Empowering leaders at all levels, from new supervisors to executives.
✅ HR & Recruitment Strategies – Implementing bias-free hiring, retention strategies, and employee engagement programs.
✅ Legal & Lobbying Services – Offering contract negotiation, compliance support, and advocacy for policy changes.
✅ Interim Executive Placement – Providing short-term leadership solutions during executive transitions.
✅ Organizational Strategy & Implementation – Supporting strategic planning, change management, and business growth.
✅ Employee Resource Group (ERG) Development – Helping companies launch and strengthen ERGs to drive engagement and innovation.
✅ Keynote Speaking & Event Facilitation – Inspiring audiences through custom presentations on leadership, DEI, and industry transformation.

By engaging with EquiArts, your organization can enhance team growth and development, foster a more people-centric workplace culture, and elevate your business brand through customized consulting services, impactful training programs, and inspiring keynote presentations.

Yes! We work with organizations of all sizes, from startups and grassroots nonprofits to large corporations and industry leaders. Our customized consulting solutions ensure that businesses and nonprofits maximize their impact, resources, and opportunities.

We provide HR consulting services that focus on inclusive hiring, employee engagement, and workplace culture development. Our expertise includes:

• Blind hiring and bias-free recruitment strategies.
• Pay equity audits and compensation structuring.
• Employee handbook development and workplace compliance audits.
• Leadership training for HR professionals on fostering an inclusive workforce.

We are not a recruitment firm or permanent placement agency.

Our Interim Executive Placement Service provides experienced, short-term leaders to maintain stability during leadership transitions. We match organizations with:

• Interim CEOs, COOs, and Executive Directors.
• HR & DEI Specialists to maintain workforce initiatives.
• Finance and operations leaders to oversee strategic planning.

We ensure that interim leaders align with your organizational goals, helping you stay on track while preparing for long-term success.

We offer contract support, compliance consulting, and policy advocacy to help organizations navigate legal challenges and drive industry-wide change. Our services include:

• Employment law and workplace compliance consulting.
• Contract drafting and negotiation for arts, entertainment, and sports professionals.
• Intellectual property and copyright protection.
• Advocacy for fair labor laws, DEI policies, and industry-wide reforms.

Our training programs delve into anti-racism, sexual orientation, gender identities, cultural sensitivity, and more. These sessions provide tools for navigating challenges and contribute to building a more enlightened and diverse creative community.

Absolutely. EquiArts' training programs offer maximum flexibility and adaptability. Organizations can tailor their experience by combining modules or selecting specific topics that align with their unique needs and aspirations.

EquiArts takes a personalized approach by conducting desk reviews, qualitative research, and engaging in friendly focus groups within organizations. This ensures that our consulting services are seamlessly adapted to address each client's unique challenges and opportunities.

Yes! Our dynamic keynote speakers deliver powerful, engaging presentations on:
🎤 Inclusive leadership & workplace culture
🎤 The business case for diversity & equity
🎤 Innovation through inclusion
🎤 Industry transformation in arts, entertainment & sports
🎤 Navigating change & leadership transitions

We customize our keynotes to match your audience, industry, and event goals.

Delivered with expertise and passion, these presentations aim to leave a lasting impact by providing valuable perspectives and actionable takeaways.

EquiArts offers ERG support through services like developing ERG Playbooks, hosting leadership summits, and utilizing an innovative ERG Progression Model. This model guides ERGs from foundational to dynamic stages, ensuring measurable value for individuals and the organization.

To begin your journey with EquiArts, simply reach out to us through our contact page. Our team will be delighted to discuss your organization's needs and tailor a plan that aligns with your goals for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.