Our DEI Journey So Far

Building on the actions we've already taken to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive.

Pride 2023

Pride with Purpose

At MillerKnoll we believe we are all extraordinary. It’s why we celebrate during Pride month and uplift the LGBTQIA+ community all year long. Read more about how we’re celebrating Pride with purpose.

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The Diversity in Design Collaborative (DID)

DID creates and fosters systemic change with programming aimed to increase opportunity along the educational and employment pipeline.

Learn more at diversityindesign.com

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Our first Vice President of DEI

Cheryl Kern and her team will focus on identifying DEI priority areas, launching leader resources, and reimagining our Global DEI Council.

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The CEO Action Pledge

In 2020, MillerKnoll CEO Andi Owen joined a cross-industry coalition of leaders committed to advancing diversity and inclusion goals.

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Supplier and dealer diversity

We're partnering with diverse suppliers and dealers to foster opportunities for underrepresented businesses.

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Awareness of racial equity

Several MillerKnoll associates have dedicated a year or more to work with other CEO Action members on racial equity through public policy.

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Global DEI Council

An executive council led by CEO Andi Owen and facilitated by our VP of DEI Cheryl Kern supports initiatives that drive business impact while advancing our Better World goals.

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Comprehensive bias training

We’re delivering an enterprise-wide educational course focused on mitigating bias that entails a practical approach to improving DEI.

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Relaunched equity teams

We reenvisioned our seven associate resource groups to evolve them as global Equity Teams working on breaking down inequitable systems.

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Refined career development programs

We intentionally share internships with underrepresented students; added career development liaisons; and offer education reimbursement.

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Global Day of Purpose

All MillerKnoll facilities are closed on election day in the US so everyone has a chance to vote and give back to their communities.

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Nonprofit partnerships and support

We continue to donate 1.5% of our pre-tax corporate profits to nonprofit organizations through MillerKnoll Foundation.

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Space for difficult conversations

We started a recurring virtual series called the LENS to create space for conversation around issues of inequity and injustice.