Benefits of Organizational Diversity

Assessment of Findings in Miami, FL

Miami, Florida is a multicultural and multilingual environment that attracts employees and students from differing experiences and backgrounds. Umpierre (2016) explains that Miami is the most diverse city in America with approximately 51% of foreign-born residents which generates a very rich and diverse culture. The majority of residents in Miami are Latin Americans and the city is classified as a major metropolitan region with the largest share of immigrant entrepreneurs. According to Umpierre (2016), South Florida is ranked position eight in terms of the metropolitan area and this is driven by Miami.

One of the reasons why people migrate to Miami is because the state speaks their language. For example, in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, there are approximately 56 varying languages among the students. The region is unique as it attracts people from all parts of the world where it the home to Chinese, Nicaraguans, French, Russians, Argentines, Brazilians, Venezuelans, Cubans, and other foreign-born natives. Dixon (2019) explains that Miami has a growing trend of multiracialism and multiculturalism where international politics shapes the region. Organizational diversity in Miami has increased which has attracted more employees to the city which in turn increased Cuban entrepreneurs in the city. 

The rise of an ethnically driven social polarization was driven by the coexistence of internationalization and growth within Miami. Nonetheless, the majority of immigrants in the region like Cubans maintain their religious affiliations, language, customs, mores and cultural norms. One of the prominent languages in Miami is Spanish which is highly spoken than any other city with large Hispanic populations. In conclusion, Miami, Florida is a city of many cultures with different beliefs, values, and customs. 

Assessment of Findings in Kansas City, MO

Mallory and Sears (2019) explain that the movement of the United States to the west led settlers to move to Kansas City for new life, land, and space. This was the door of diversity and multiculturalism in Kansas City. The cultural diversity in the region includes Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Slavic, Native American, German, Irish, Italian, Latino, Asian, African American, and African. When the discussion about diversity in Kansas, some of the elements that pop include the broad boulevard system, the Plaza, the area’s sports teams, jazz, barbecue, and great steaks. 

Garcia (2019) explains that the minority groups in the region form the rich ethnic fabric in the city. Many have termed Kansas City as the heart of America due to the diverse cultures, religions, and beliefs. For example, Kansas City experiences several campaigns in terms of sexual orientation. Mallory and Sears (2019) explain that LGBT populations in Kansas City experience legal challenges which are not experienced by non-LGBT populations. The same marriage in Kansas City was banned but this was challenged on November 4, 2014, through the U.S. District Court judge stating it as unconstitutional.

However, between 2007 and 2015, the city prohibited the discrimination of residents based on gender identity or sexual orientation in government offices. This is one of the Cities in America that allows the transgender population to legally change their gender on their birth certificate, personal documents, and driver’s license. However, the topic is still debatable where some population supports it while others are against the emerging trend. 

Recommendation to Executive Leadership Council (ELC)

The current business culture makes efforts to attain employee diversity by hiring workers from different backgrounds. According to Green et al (2002), diversity results in both intangible and tangibles benefits to the organizations. For example, an organization that employees from different backgrounds, language skills, and cultural skills resulting in greater reach within an organization. Another advantage of organizational diversity is that it results in creativity providing the business with a competitive edge. If an organization embraces diversity will attract a variety of solutions as heterogeneous groups are cross-fertilizing one another. 

The second advantage of hiring a diverse group is that it increases productivity as well as a competitive advantage. Kelli et al (2012) explain that employers will be in a better position to solve customers as diverse groups’ results in new processes and ideas. Besides, it increases employees’ morale by increasing efficiency and effectiveness. Also, an organization led by diverse managers allows the leaders to instill new methods and skills to promote unity to teams. An organization requires instilling a brainstorming atmosphere where new ideas are generated. Green et al (2002) explain that organizational diversity promotes language skills and community relations where for example, in a city like Miami or Kansas with language diversity which would be beneficial while an organization plans to expand into global markets. 

Another last benefit that a business will attain from organizational diversity is that improves company reputation as employees are getting attracted to work within a diverse workforce. The knowledge that working in a company that treats workers fairly regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race is attractive. However, managing a diverse company is challenging as a manager requires identifying the combating discrimination, value of differences, and inclusiveness. Another issue that may face an organization is the challenge of losing employees and work productivity due to discrimination and legal actions and complaints against an organization. Lastly, negative behaviors and attitudes may negatively affect business as it is likely to reduce work productivity, kill morale, and working relationships.

                                                                    References

Dixon, L. (2019). How did Miami’s Little Havana become the home for Cuban immigrants? We took a look at the history. The New Tropic. Retrieved from https://thenewtropic.com/miami-little-havana-cuban-history/

Garcia, J. (2019). Pride Month is not all sunshine and rainbows for LGBT supporters. Kansas City Business Journal. Retrieved from https://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/news/2019/06/07/pride-month-lgbt-setbacks-federal-state.html

Green, K. A., López, M., Wysocki, A., & Kepner, K. (2002). Diversity in the Workplace: Benefits, challenges, and the required managerial tools. The University of Florida, 1(4), 1-3.

Kelli, A., Mayra, L., Allen, W., Karl, K., Derek, F., & Jennifer, L. C. (2012). Diversity in the workplace: benefits, challenges, and the required managerial tools. Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida.

Mallory, C., & Sears, B. (2019). Discrimination against LGBT People in Kansas. UCLA School Of Law William Institute.Umpierre, C. (2016). Miami’s Cultural Diversity Boosting Local Economy. MIAMI Blog. Retrieved from https://www.miamirealtors.com/news/news/blog/miami-blogs/miami-blog/2016/09/13/miami-s-cultural-diversity-boosting-local-economy