Who We Are

 
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Expect the Extraordinary

Ruiz Strategies is a certified WOSB, WBE, and MBE consulting and training firm specializing in change management, reputational management, internal communications, diversity, equity, inclusion, and unconscious bias training and assessments. Our clients include world-class companies, professional services firms, and government entities. 

At Ruiz Strategies we offer training and consulting services in the content areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) and use many approaches and tailor the methodology to fit our client needs. Virtual and in-person services are available to individuals and groups to provide actionable tools and resources to establish and meet goals and strategic initiatives in the private, public, and government sectors.

We draw our subject matter experts (SMEs) and Ph. D.s from a select pool of highly qualified individuals representing various capabilities and specialties. They have decades of combined experience in implicit bias, behavioral psychology, organizational behavior, adult learning, leadership, human development, diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility.

Ruiz Strategies also delivers web-based training and education via the BiasSync SaaS tool (an online learning and assessment platform sold as an annual subscription). Ruiz Strategies is a value-added reseller for BiasSync. BiasSync is a technology-based behavioral change solution that is data-driven and grounded in the science of unconscious bias.

BiasSync focuses on the mitigation of unconscious bias through assessment, education, tools, and the development of conscious inclusion habits. BiasSync’s multipronged approach offers a complete diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) strategy. Ruiz Strategies and BiasSync have helped organizations develop and implement effective solutions to affect meaningful change management and bolster employee engagement to enhance diversity and inclusion goals. This is accomplished by developing strategic plans and providing training to the client organizations. The trainings also align with the Biden Administration’s Executive Orders targeting the advancement of racial equity and diversity in the federal government, as outlined in Executive Orders (“EOs”) 13985 and 14035, by providing a solution that is data-driven and grounded in the science of unconscious bias.

Your results tell our story.

 

Our Leadership

 
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Michele Ruiz

President & CEO

 

Michele is an entrepreneur, an author of a best seller, a social media influencer, and a keynote speaker. She is CEO of several companies, BiasSync and Ruiz Strategies. She is an advisor to senior executives at Fortune 20 multinational corporations as well as to some of the highest-profile thought leaders and elected officials. She is a subject matter expert and a sought-after professional speaker. She has presented at events to international audiences including B2B businesses, women, entrepreneurs, lawyers, real estate professionals, corporate executives, entertainment groups, government contractors, government agencies, professional associations, non-profits groups and more. Michele presents on topics including inspirational and motivational themes based on her life story. She also speaks on unconscious bias, diversity and inclusion, business communication, content marketing, crisis communications, social media, entrepreneurship, and thought leadership. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Michele Ruiz enjoyed a long career as an award-winning broadcast journalist and received 16 Emmy nominations during her news broadcasting career, 5 Emmy's, 4 Golden Mikes as well as LA Press Club Awards.

 
 
 

Dr. Crystal Miller

CHIEF LEARNING OFFICER

Dr. Crystal Miller is an inclusive leadership and organizational behavior expert as well as a certified executive coaching and dialogue facilitator. She has worked with some of the world’s most prominent organizations and currently serves as Ruiz Strategies’ Chief Learning Officer and Organizational Strategist. Additionally, Dr. Miller serves in a faculty role at San Diego State University’s Fowler College of Business. Her work on inclusion, authenticity, and group dynamics has been adopted in 12 different countries, featured in Forbes, and recognized by the International Leadership Association. She has a particular interest in engaging mindfulness to mitigate bias and bring about more conscious inclusion practices. Prior to joining Ruiz Strategies, Dr. Miller oversaw the inclusive leadership program at world’s largest higher education system, The California State University, composed of 23 campuses and 500,000 students.

 

Accomplishments & Recognitions

Innovative Company of the Year in the DEI Space 2022

Latina STYLE Business Woman of the Year Award

LA Business Journal’s Women Making a Difference Award Nomination

International Women’s Entrepreneurial Challenge 2015 Honoree

NAWBO LA Rising Star of the Year Award

4 Golden Mikes

LA Press Club Awards

16 Emmy Nominations

5 Emmy Awards

CA Diversity Council Most Powerful and Influential Woman Award

Pat Tobin PR Excellence Award

 
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Join the Team

 

Working at Ruiz Strategies is being part of a growing family of diverse thinkers and doers who make the unexpected happen. Above. Beyond. Exceptional. This is our mantra and our mission. It’s more than delivering on our promise of exceptional results for some of the world’s leading companies and government agencies. It’s cultivating experienced communications professionals with a passion for excellence who believe in the power of the team, integrity and competitive advantage.

 
 

We offer a forward-thinking approach to flexible schedules, work from anywhere days, giving-back initiatives, Taco Tuesdays, 401k, paid time off, health, dental and vision benefits, flexible spending, supplemental insurance, professional development and more to ensure that our people can work at their maximum potential and achieve amazing things together. Ruiz Strategies is a place where you can have good idea and turn into a real, tangible solution. And we are always looking for the best talent to join our team of passionate thinkers and makers.

 
 
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Core Values

The following are our core values which define the essence of what it means to be a part of Ruiz Strategies:

 

Excellence

Innovation

Impact

Contribution

Integrity

Respect

Courage

Ethical

 
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Community Involvement

At Ruiz Strategies, we are not only committed to making an impact for our clients, but also in the communities where our teams work. We support Communities in Schools, the nation's largest and most effective organization dedicated to keeping kids in school and helping them succeed in life.

 
 
 
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Green Focus

At Ruiz Strategies, we are committed to effective green practices in our operations to benefit our employees, our clients, and our environment. The goals of our “green vision” include:

  • Reduce our company’s carbon footprint

  • Reduce the amount of waste our company produces

  • Increase our green knowledge

Keeping our goals in mind, we have implemented the following practices within our company:

  • Working-from-anywhere days so employees reduce their time in their cars

  • Maintaining a 90% paperless work environment

  • Recycling used equipment

  • Focusing on reducing our energy usage

  • Whenever possible, purchasing products with lower environmental impact.

These steps are just the beginning of fighting the good fight on behalf of our planet to help create a sustainable future for everyone.

 

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