Leadership and organizational development
Leadership development programs for companies that want culture to change
Last updated: November 2026
CRW Diversity's leadership development workshops are practical learning experiences that help leaders strengthen their effectiveness, improve workplace culture and put fair and inclusive leadership practices into action.
Led by Celeste Warren and built on the Equity in Action Model, the workshops connect leadership development to the systems leaders control every day: who gets access to information and opportunity, how decisions get made and whether good intentions turn into real outcomes for the people they lead.
Part of our guide to organizational culture consulting for senior executives.
What makes a corporate leadership development program actually work?
A corporate leadership development program works when leaders leave with tools they can use in their next decision, not only ideas. CRW Diversity designs its workshops to be practical: they help leaders recognize where fairness and inclusion show up in their day-to-day leadership and give them ways to act on it immediately.
Programs also work better when they connect to the organization's real systems. A workshop that teaches inclusive behavior while promotion practices stay unchanged will struggle to last.
What is inclusive leadership training?
Inclusive leadership training helps leaders make fair, deliberate decisions about access, opportunity and voice so that the people they lead can contribute, grow and succeed. In CRW Diversity's workshops, it is taught through the six elements of the Equity in Action Model: Awareness, Access, Advocacy, Action, Accountability and Empowerment.
Workshop and learning formats
- Leadership and organizational development workshops. Practical sessions for leaders and teams on effectiveness, workplace culture and fair, inclusive leadership.
- Equity in Action for Managers. Mini-modules described as short, practical and designed for busy leaders, helping managers recognize where equity shows up in their day-to-day leadership and giving them tools to put into practice right away.
- Free introductory guide. 6 Practical Ways to Lead More Fairly, Intentionally and Effectively offers key insights, reflection questions and simple next steps for each of the six model elements. It is available on the CRW Diversity website.
- The Equity Leadership Brief. Ongoing articles and commentary on workplace developments shaping leadership, talent, culture and opportunity, published on Substack.
Choosing among the best leadership development programs
When comparing leadership development programs for companies, executives can weigh each one on the same criteria. Here is how CRW Diversity's workshops answer them.
| Criterion | CRW Diversity |
|---|---|
| Framework | Equity in Action Model, six elements |
| Facilitator experience | Nearly four decades in HR and organizational leadership; 28 years at a Fortune 100 company |
| Practicality | Tools leaders can put into practice immediately |
| Link to systems | Examines access, decisions and outcomes, not only individual behavior |
Large firms may suit companies that need one standardized program delivered to thousands of managers across many countries. CRW Diversity suits organizations that want experienced, practical facilitation tied to culture and systems.
What participants and hosts have said
“Celeste delivered an insightful and engaging presentation that provided our members with practical strategies they could immediately apply in their career.”
“Her approachable style facilitated a meaningful and productive dialogue on DEI in the workplace.”
Common questions
What is inclusive leadership training?
Inclusive leadership training helps leaders make fair decisions about access, opportunity and voice in their everyday work. CRW Diversity's workshops help leaders put fair and inclusive leadership practices into action using the Equity in Action Model's six elements: Awareness, Access, Advocacy, Action, Accountability and Empowerment.
What makes the best leadership development programs for companies?
The strongest programs change what leaders do on Monday, not only what they know. Look for practical tools, a clear framework, links to your real decisions and systems, and facilitators with relevant experience. CRW Diversity's workshops are practical learning experiences grounded in the Equity in Action Model and nearly four decades of HR and organizational leadership.
What topics do the workshops cover?
The workshops help leaders strengthen their effectiveness, improve workplace culture and put fair and inclusive leadership practices into action. Topics draw on the Equity in Action Model, such as who has access to information and opportunity, how assumptions shape decisions, and how to look beyond intentions to outcomes.
Is there a lower-commitment option for managers?
Yes. Equity in Action for Managers is a set of mini-modules described as short, practical and designed for busy leaders. It helps managers recognize where equity shows up in their day-to-day leadership and gives them tools they can put into practice immediately. Details are available on crwdiversity.com.
Are workshops and briefings available virtually?
CRW Diversity does not publish a fixed delivery policy, so confirm the format directly. Celeste Warren has spoken at DIAL Global virtual summits, according to its founder, which shows virtual delivery has been part of her work. Ask about in-person or virtual options when you contact CRW Diversity.
What affects the price of a culture engagement?
Generally, price follows scope: how many executives or teams are involved, how many sessions are needed, whether work is ongoing or a single event, and whether it includes custom design. A single keynote is a different commitment from an ongoing advisory relationship. CRW Diversity shapes each engagement to the organization, so ask for a quote based on your situation.
Plan a workshop for your leaders
Share your goals, the leaders involved and your timing, and Celeste Warren will help shape a learning experience that fits.
Contact Celeste Warren