“Delivering Through Diversity” is a report produced by McKinsey & Company, a global management consulting firm. This report builds upon the firm’s previous work on the relationship between diversity and business performance.
“Delivering Through Diversity” underscores the significant correlation between diverse leadership and improved business performance. Drawing from extensive research and data, the report highlights that companies in the top quartile for gender diversity on executive teams were 21% more likely to outperform on profitability and 27% more likely to have superior value creation. Furthermore, companies in the top quartile for ethnic and cultural diversity were 33% more likely to show better financial performance. The report also delves into best practices for fostering diversity and inclusion and the critical role that senior leadership and corporate strategy play in driving meaningful change.