build a stronger,
more inclusive organization

Unlock the full potential of your team, build a culture of inclusivity, and drive organizational success with our comprehensive learning & development solutions.

Customizable Learning,
Measurable Results

We offer a range of learning and development programs to equip your team with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive.

Curriculum Design & Delivery

Tailor-made learning journeys. Build high-performing teams with emotional intelligence focus & engaging activities. Address DEI challenges & equip your people to thrive.

Equity Accelerator

Fast-track DEI with our 5-part program. Live discussions & action-oriented learning. Tailored for teams, lasting change starts today.

On-Demand Learning

Grow at your own pace. Uncover inequities, master inclusive communication & more. Interactive & mobile-friendly, learn anytime, anywhere.

Live Workshops

Engage, collaborate, gain practical skills. Expert-facilitated sessions, engaging activities, and real-time discussions. Walk away with actionable takeaways to implement positive change within your organization.

OUR APPROACH:

Collaborative and engaging:

We combine the expertise of trainers, facilitators, and coaches to deliver impactful learning experiences.

Focused on equity and high performance:

We develop programs that foster equitable leadership, build high-performing teams, and enhance emotional intelligence.

Evidence-based:

We use best-in-class technology and diverse learning activities to cater to individual needs.

Measurable results:

We embed evaluation techniques to track progress and ensure effectiveness.

Curriculum Design & Delivery

Invest in Your Team's Success with Tailor-Made Learning Experiences

Step Up's unique approach goes beyond cookie-cutter training. We collaborate with you to understand your specific needs, challenges, and goals. Our team of certified trainers, facilitators, and coaches then craft custom programs that address your unique situation, whether it's building strong leadership skills, enhancing communication across teams, or tackling specific DEI challenges.

Emotional Intelligence at the Core

We believe that emotional intelligence (EQ) is the key to unlocking individual and team potential. We seamlessly integrate EQ development into our programs, helping participants understand their own emotions, build self-awareness, and navigate relationships effectively. This leads to stronger collaboration, improved conflict resolution, and higher performance.

Engaging Activities for Deeper Learning

Forget passive lectures and monotonous presentations. Our programs are designed to be interactive and engaging, featuring various activities catering to different learning styles. Participants will participate in thought-provoking discussions, simulations, games, self-reflection exercises, case studies, and quizzes, ensuring they actively engage with the material and retain key learnings.

Benefits

Tailor-made programs: Address specific needs, challenges, and goals.
Emotional intelligence focus: Unlock individual and team potential.
Engaging activities: Keep participants active and learning.

EQuity accelerator

Fast-Track Your DEI Journey with Our Blended-Learning Program

The Step Up Equity Accelerator is a comprehensive 5-part program designed to equip your team with the skills and knowledge needed to build a more inclusive and equitable workplace. This blended-learning program combines the flexibility of self-paced online modules with the power of live virtual discussions, fostering collaboration and deeper understanding.

Tailored for Impact

We offer versions specifically designed for general, leadership, and dedicated DEI teams. Each program addresses the specific needs and challenges of each group, ensuring targeted learning and lasting change.

Action-Oriented Learning

The Equity Accelerator goes beyond theory and provides participants with practical tools and strategies they can implement immediately. They'll learn to recognize biases, understand their own role in perpetuating inequities, and develop strategies to disrupt them, creating a more inclusive culture for everyone.

Benefits

Fast-track your DEI journey: Structured and comprehensive program.
Tailored for impact: Versions for general, leadership, and DEI teams.
Action-oriented learning: Implement practical tools and strategies.

On-Demand Learning

Grow at Your Own Pace with Flexible, Impactful Online Courses

Step Up's on-demand learning library offers a wide range of self-paced online courses on relevant DEI topics. Whether you're looking to gain a foundational understanding of key concepts like uprooting inequities and microaggressions, or want to delve deeper into specific areas like inclusive communication, we have a course for you.

Interactive & Engaging

Our courses are designed to be engaging and interactive, featuring quizzes, videos, discussion prompts, and other elements to keep you motivated and learning. You can access courses anytime, anywhere, on any device, making it easy to fit learning into your busy schedule.

Benefits

Flexible and accessible: Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.
Impactful topics: Explore relevant DEI themes like uprooting inequities and microaggressions.
Interactive and engaging: Quizzes, videos, discussion prompts keep you motivated.

LIVE WORKSHOPS

Spark Action with Expert-Led Interactive Training

Deepen your understanding and gain practical skills through our interactive live workshops. Each workshop features expert-facilitated sessions, engaging activities, and real-time discussions. You'll collaborate with colleagues and walk away with actionable takeaways to implement positive change within your organization.

WORKSHOPS:
Facing Bias
Unpack your hidden biases and learn how they impact your workplace. Develop strategies to disrupt bias and champion equity.
Culture of Belonging
Build a welcoming environment that attracts and retains top talent. Explore practical tools to create a culture of belonging where everyone thrives.
More Than a Slight: Microaggressions
Gain the knowledge and confidence to recognize and address microaggressions with your team through engaging exercises and real-time feedback.
Brave Conversations
Practice essential communication skills in a supportive environment, empowering you to navigate sensitive topics and drive positive change in your workplace.
Inclusive Talent Systems
Work alongside peers to identify and disrupt unconscious bias within your talent pipeline. Gain insights and strategies to create a system that empowers diverse talent to thrive.

CUNA's DEI Journey Powered by TAILORED PROGRAMMING

Samira Salem, Vice President of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, says Step Up worked with CUNA to refine and develop offerings "tailored for us rather than off the shelf." Step Up crafted workshops specific to CUNA by integrating the company's core values into training sessions to help employees understand that they can't live those values if they don't address issues of unconscious bias and microaggressions.

Salem says that Step Up also focused on approaches "to connect the head, the heart, and the hands" to inspire employees to take action. "The thing that I value the most about working with Step Up is that they have been perfect partners," she says. "It's a real strength of theirs.

Contact us today to discuss your learning and development needs.