TRANSFORM YOUR TEAM
BEYOND THE CHECKBOX
Calico Culture Strategies provides targeted support to teams and organizations creating workplaces that think differently about meaningful inclusion, seek impactful change, and relentlessly demand belonging that lasts.
Ready to go beyond the minimum? Let’s create a culture where your people and organization truly thrive.
As a leader, You Feel…
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They typically don't lead to real change anyway! We work with organizations that are ready to go beyond the bare minimum, striving for meaningful and lasting impact.
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We've all been there and what we've learned is that turning daily choices into a culture of belonging is difficult and worthwhile work. We're here to guide you in boldly cultivating a workplace where everyone feels valued and included.
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As a well-intentioned leader, it's difficult to see your team so burnt out that they're unable to engage. We'll help you roll up your sleeves, gain momentum, and create an environment where everyone can belong.
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You're not alone but that's where we combine our expertise with your motivation to help you move beyond talk to build supportive, inclusive workplaces where your people—and your business—can truly succeed.
Something resonating? Don’t fret – we’re ready to cultivate meaningful inclusion in the workplace and beyond!
EXPLORE SOLUTIONS
Intentional Expert Support for Lasting Impact
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Empower All
Staff and leaders feel ready to prevent breakdowns and tackle issues with empathy.
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Lead Well
With your more inclusive culture, diverse hires will stick around and encourage others to join.
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Take Action
Make your impact last with actionable recommendations.
You’re On a path to meaningful belonging
It’s time to book a call
You’re on the road to improving the culture and employee experience at your organization. Schedule a call so we can gain an understanding of your journey and strategize together.
Your Checklist: not a checkbox
We create a customized experience for your team, working alongside you and other stakeholders to ensure our plans address your concerns and goals fully.
Implement and assess for impact
Although this work is ongoing, we’re here to meet you where you are whether that’s by working in phases or taking on different challenges at once. We stick around to help you gauge and sustain your efforts.
About us
Co-founded and led by Dr. Linet Mera and Alexis Krohn, Calico Culture Strategies build supportive workplaces through custom programming, positive collaboration, and practical action so everyone can thrive.
We’re the experts in your corner providing guidance along your journey so you can focus on leading your organization.
Interested in how we got here and who else is on our team? Learn more
Partnering with Calico
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55+
Satisfied Clients
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98%
Net Promoter Score
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90+
Resources & Programs for the Public
Case Studies
There is a lot at stake when it comes to navigating feelings and people. We use our combined 16 years of experience to create programs that work so that you can make meaningful changes without feeling like they’re going to slip away the minute a training session ends.
Whether a project spans a few weeks or years, the proof is in the pudding.
Check out a couple of case studies below.
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How to connect motivation with action on DEI when under-resourced.
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Become more equitable and inclusive
Infuse DEI in how teams support 58 California county health and human services agencies.Description text goes here
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Over the span of a three year partnership, we:
Increased confidence of CWDA leaders and staff with skill-building and bias intervention practice.
Facilitated 5+ year strategic plan development and implementation for lasting growth and impact.
Onboarded county agencies with client’s renewed focus on DEI with custom level-setting and culture-setting interactive work sessions and panel events at annual conference
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Low admission rate of underrepresented students
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Support admissions committee in countering unconscious bias when examining applicants
Increase the percentage of underrepresented students admitted
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Our work over 7 months:
Increased confidence of the admissions committee with two skill-building and bias intervention practice interventions
Provided survey design for reporting the impact of programming funded by grant-giver
As a result of our interventions, UTHSC OT admission of underrepresented students went from lagging behind the university’s average to leading. They increased representation from 9.4% in 2018 to 34.7% in 2023 and 2024.
Our clients proved that our virtual workshop can reduce perceived bias and increase diversity in an occupational therapy program.
UTHSC OT client published their findings in a peer-reviewed journal.
Praise
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Calico
Ready to work?
We're excited that you're interested in working with us. Use this form to send us a general interest message.
If you’re ready to inquire for a more robust project, you can complete an extended version of this form here.
