Advice for CEOs

Stephen Covey once said, “Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” Growth company CEOs should pay attention to this maxim. Mid-February is a perfect time to reflect on where your company stands in this regard, paying special attention to diversity within your board and among your senior executives and partners.

Employee diversity is a subject that has recently inspired considerable debate—and some controversy. A prominent line of business thinking says that, for their own self-interest, companies should aspire to build a work force that reflects the demographics of their markets and customers. We asked Newport partners what they see as to what extent employee diversity is a priority with their clients and other companies they know. Here are their responses.