Empower through Excellence & Belonging

Rosa M. Colon-Kolacko, PhD., has been the driving force behind transformative strategies in numerous organizations. With her unique blend of academic and practical expertise, Rosa has become a beacon of influence in championing equity at both corporate and societal levels. Dive into her journey and discover the powerful impact of genuine leadership.

Where fairness drives growth and everyone thrives.
Unlocking the full potential of every individual, creating a world where equality powers progress
Rosa M. Colon-Kolacko, PhD. MBA, CDM, SHRM-SCP
President and Principal Consultant , Adjunct Professor Tufts University
Former, CLO, CPO, CDEIO, Health Equity Executive, CM/OD, IT/AI Expert
Dr. Colon-Kolacko has consulted for

Equity and Learning has Real Benefits for Real People:

Inclusion and Access Excellence
We foster inclusion of all individuals leveraging differences to ensure we develop innovative products to meet the needs of the populations we serve, improving access to opportunities for growth, engagement, and health creating a sense of belonging. 
Better Talent Acquisition
Welcoming diverse voices isn’t just right; it's smart. A broad range of experiences and perspectives makes an organization stronger and more innovative.
Cross-Functional Dashboard for Inclusion, Belonging, and Equity
Available library of 271 performance indicators for measuring the impact of strategies in employee engagement, customer satisfaction, and in healthcare outcomes and addressing disparities
Advancing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environment, Social and Governance (ESG)
We align Inclusion, Equity and Belonging programs with organizations' citizenship responsibilities for greater measurable impact in society, economic, governance social, and environmental.
Make Our Communities Healthier
When we improve access to care, clinical trials,  embrace the differences of those we serve without judgment, address unequal treatment in medicine, we create true partnerships with our communities we can build trust to make health equity a reality.
Holistic Change Management Approach
Apply an inclusive  change model that integrates equity in every aspect of an organization to drive behavioral change.

Access to Opportunity for ALL

Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging are not just buzzwords; they are about ensuring everyone has a fair chance to thrive in their career and live a healthy life. We are strategic advisors for organizations to integrate this important work in business strategy, policies, and processes changing how work is executed. Organizations can create inclusive workplaces where people feel respected, and valued, to provide the best experiences and innovate. Our goal is to achieve health equity across industry sectors providing evidence-based practical tools elevating community voices to build trust.
 
Pursuing equity is an opportunity and a challenge around the world. We can define equity priorities by country, industry, and community collaborating to implement solutions by uniting experts and advocates to make a difference in society. 

Solutions

We help organizations create inclusive workplaces, expand access to opportunities, and drive meaningful change through expert guidance in life sciences, HR, equity strategies, and education.

Driving Equity in Life Sciences

Advance equity in life sciences with an industry-specific health equity practice and tools to build trust and implement inclusive practices to improve access.

Education and Coaching for Growth

Continuous learning is essential. By embracing diverse voices and inclusivity, we equip individuals with skills to lead, bridge gaps, and create future success.

HR - Inclusive Workplaces, Lasting Impact

We design Inclusive HR strategies, aligned with the future of work, foster a sense of belonging, through equitable policies, embedding social justice in processes, and leveraging AI and data to measure impact.

Equity Strategies to improve access

We design and implement Equity strategies to address racial and health disparities embedding environment, governance, and social responsibility goals, introducing an Equity Equation Dashboard and community activation programs.

About Rosa

Dr. Rosa M. Colon-Kolacko is a trailblazer in inclusion, equity, and systemic transformation, with over 30 years of experience across healthcare, life sciences, academia, and government.

As the founder of Global Equity & Learning Partners, she designs impactful strategies that drive meaningful change, from talent development to policy advocacy. A former executive at Tufts Medicine and NYC Health + Hospitals, Rosa continues to lead national initiatives advancing health equity, inclusion, and workforce development. Through research, consulting, and leadership, she empowers organizations to create lasting, measurable impact.

Our Partners

Together with our partners, we're shaping a more inclusive future. Drawing from diverse backgrounds and rich experiences, we unite in our shared vision: fostering growth, championing diversity, and driving impactful change across industries. Our collective strength lies in collaboration, and together, we're making a difference.

Luminous
Race Excellence
BCT Partners
Tufts University
Health Equity Compact
Cultural Link
Iris Consulting
Carol Emmott Foundation
LeadFund
Hispanic marketing Solution

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