Our clients look for our data-driven and measurable approach
7% better profitability
for firms in the first quartile for inclusion and employee engagement compared to their industry peers.
Source: Cornell University and Macey
15% better shareholder returns
for firms in the first quartile for inclusion and employee engagement compared to their industry peers.
Source: Cornell University and Gallup
35% more likely to have superior financial returns
for firms in the top quartile for racial and ethnic diversity compared to their respective national industry medians.
Source: McKinsey
Our Clients
SERVICES
Tailored services for every stage of your transformation.
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Training & Workshop
Looking to reinforce your team's strengths?
We design engaging workshops that use real-life scenarios, achieving 2X faster behaviour adoption.
02
Impact Fundraising
Looking to raise capital?
We help purpose-driven firms raise the capital they need to build a more socially responsible economy by developing their data room, pitch decks and ESG models.
03
ESG & Impact Report
Looking to measure and communicate the impact of your social efforts to attract more customers?
We help firms communicate their social impact by collecting, analyzing and designing ESG and Impact reports that help them gain awareness from key stakeholders.
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Workforce scorecard
Want to measure the employee experience at your firm?
We collect employee data to align perceptions and practices with your organization's purpose. Our proprietary framework leverages data to drive employee-centric programs that actually matter to your team.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients are saying
"Cap Inclusive helped us build best-in-class operational practices and policies, that reflected our vision and values. Through an external benchmark exercise, Roxanne helped us compare our firm's vision against industry standards and confidently position ourselves as industry- and thought-leading."
Lyne Landry, Partner
AgeTech Capital
"Cap Inclusive enabled our young entrepreneurs to think about a resilient business model, based on ESG and impact principles. They were able to clarify their corporate mission and understand how to implement it in their operations, in an interactive and practical format."
Julien Vasseur,
Educational Support Officer
The HEC Montreal entrepreneurial base
"Cap Inclusive delivered a powerful and insightful workshop for our mentors. Their team understood our unique challenges and adapted the content to resonate with our diverse group of investors, operators and technical experts. By blending real-world data with opportunities for personal reflection, they created a space where participants could rethink their approach to mentoring and giving feedback. Highly recommend their approach for anyone looking to drive inclusive, insightful mentorship in early-stage startups!"
- Amadea Camozzi, Director of CDL-Montreal
"Cap Inclusive conducted an in-depth DEI audit of our candidate journey, gathering crucial data through comprehensive surveys and interviews. Their thorough analysis resulted in clear, actionable recommendations that significantly enhanced our approach. What truly set them apart was their open-mindedness, the engaging and productive discussions, and their commitment to tailoring their services to our specific needs and goals."
Roxane Jones Langlois, VP Recruitment, Culture & Talent
GO ROCK IT
"As a client of Cap Inclusive, I can confidently say that their services have been invaluable to our journey towards thought leadership. Through their guidance, we've gained a deeper understanding of industry standards and how to leverage data effectively. Cap Inclusive has empowered us to measure our impact and navigate towards a more inclusive and sustainable organization. Their expertise has been instrumental in shaping our strategies and driving meaningful change. I highly recommend Cap Inclusive to any organization committed to making a positive difference."
Danielle Gifford, Executive Director
Mouvement51
"Roxanne brought a valuable expertise which allowed us to integrate DEI in fund policies and management practices in a short period of time."
Patrick Lor, Partner
Panache Ventures
"The collaboration with Cap Inclusive allowed us to accelerate our fundraising process with confidence, allowing us to deliver a data room aligned with the standards of the most sophisticated investors."
Haskan Sioui, General Manager of IPNQ
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"Roxanne's knowledge and commitment to DEI has been key in connecting our strategy with complementary partners and has meaningfully improved how supported our members feel within the VC ecosystem."
Nabeela Merchant, co-founder
Canadian Women in VC
APPROACH
We leverage data and AI to turn DEI into ROI
All of our services leverage the latest DEI research, collect data to inform decisions, and leverage AI to make informed recommendations.
VALUES
Our Guiding Principles
Solution-driven
We believe change happens when we stop finger pointing and work together to find solutions that are adapted.
Reverse power dynamics
We involve employees and clients in defining inclusive practices, by reversing existing power dynamics.
Bold conversations
We have the bold and difficult conversations by leveraging anonymous data collection to inform reflections.
ABOUT
All about
Cap Inclusive
Cap Inclusive is a consulting firm that works with firms to transform DEI into ROI.
Our focus is on working with purpose-driven organizations to build more inclusive and equitable operations to attract, promote and invest in more diverse individuals. By aligning good intentions with stakeholder perceptions, we help firms communicate their DEI effort and attract like-minded customers, investors and candidates.
We help firms at all stages of their DEI transformation, from awareness workshops to Workforce Scorecards that allow them to build an action plan aligned with a firm’s strategic priorities.
SUPERPOWERS
Our Team
Work with a team of passionate and skilled individuals working towards building a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
CEO & Founder
Roxanne Leduc
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Roxanne worked in venture capital, and now sits on the board of Canadian Women in VC. Roxanne has worked for 10 years around helping organizations build and launch innovation portfolios, and she recently published a research with HEC Montréal on ways to close the gender gap in VC.
Client Manager
Éloïse Parent
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Éloïse holds a Post-graduate certificate in the Management of Diversity in Organizations. Her professional journey includes working at McKinsey and another DEI consulting firm in Canada. Éloïse co-led a pioneering initiative dedicated to supporting colleagues with disabilities, demonstrating her steadfast commitment to fostering inclusive workplace cultures.
Intern
Ivan Li
Ivan is currently a student at the University of Toronto, pursuing a degree in Finance and Economics with a focus in Data Science. Ivan’s blossoming career has spanned many fields, including accounting, non-profits, and commercial real estate. Throughout his academic and professional journey, Ivan has been committed to fostering inclusion, recently having served as the Director of Advocacy and Outreach on the VUSAC Equity Commission.
Legal Consultant
Ziyi Shi
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Ziyi is a corporate lawyer passionate about bridging the information and resource gap for under-represented folks in the investment space. She was previously head of legal and DEI at at a VC firm, and before that an M&A lawyer. She currently assists a number of funds and organizations with their legal, inclusion and strategic initiatives.
CAREEERS
Join an inclusive team
FAQ
You're probably
wondering...
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Which industries do you work with?Our services are offered to all. We have a lot of experience working with the finance industry simply because we have developed an expertise in connecting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives with financial returns, which is appealing to investors.
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Can any company at any stage work on their DEI strategy?DEI is something that is important from the very first days of a company. By thinking about building equitable processes, any firm that is hiring will benefit from having access to a broader pool of candidates and hire the people that will help them make the best decisions for their company.
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Where can I learn more about DEI?Listen to Roxanne's interview with Startup Montreal on ways to finance more women founders HERE Listen to Roxanne's interview with The51 sharing some of the findings from the research of ways to close the gender gap in VC below
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Why work with Cap Inclusive?Cap Inclusive is recognize by the finance and the startup industry as a leading in the DEI space, bridging the gap between social change and financial returns. Cap Inclusive and its founder were named: Diversity Champion of the Year by the Startup Community Award in 2023 Young Impact Leader nominee by RBC Future of Good in 2024 DMZ Woman of the Year nominee in 2023
