Diversity and Why it Matters at Central Smith

At Central Smith, we prioritize building a workplace where our team feels respected, valued, and included. Diversity is at the heart and core of everything we do here. Here are a few reasons why it matters for us at Central Smith:

Different Perspectives

Diversity brings different perspectives to the situation. Each person brings a unique perspective that helps with brainstorming solutions because we all think differently.

Increased Creativity

A diverse workplace fosters increased creativity when we can bounce ideas off of each other. Fresh faces bring new ideas and contribute to making our company better each day.

Cultural Awareness 

Introduction to other cultures brings improved cultural awareness and a better understanding of individual experiences. Individual experiences can impact how we communicate and problem-solve which builds our company culture.

Wide Range of Skills and Backgrounds

A diverse workforce brings a wide range of skills and backgrounds, from education to career paths. No two paths at Central Smith look the same! We have employees from every walk of life, each bringing something new and exciting to the table!

Positive Company Culture and Environment

Company culture consists of shared values, goals, attitudes and how employees feel about their work. Diversity can introduce additional values to integrate into company culture and bring a welcome change to the environment. At Central Smith, we aim to have employees from all aspects of our organization involved in our People Pillar, directly impacting our company culture.

High Performing Team

Diversity can be corelated with a high performing team here at Central Smith. Coming from diverse backgrounds, our team is a great combination of multiple different industries. We are a high performing team due to the feeling on inclusion and acceptance here, coupled with feeling empowered with our work. This leads to reduced turnover and employee satisfaction.

Innovation

Innovation is at the core of everything we do here at Central Smith. Innovation requires new ideas and new ways of thinking, and diversity brings a plethora of both.

Diversity is at the forefront of everything here at Central Smith. As an inclusive workplace, we aim to make our employees and partners feel valued, respected, and included.