Nondiscrimination Policy

Riverside Center for Innovation (RCI) is an equal opportunity organization.

RCI prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, limited English proficiency, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

RCI is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment that upholds human dignity and promotes equal opportunity for all individuals. This commitment extends to our employees, program participants, partners, clients, and members of the community we serve.

This policy applies to all RCI programs, services, activities, employment practices, and access to opportunities offered by the organization.
RCI’s commitment to nondiscrimination is made in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values at Riverside Center for Innovation (RCI).  RCI is committed to the equitable treatment and elimination of discrimination at all levels throughout our organization and within our programming.  We will invest in strategic partnerships with individuals and organizations whose mission is to develop a diverse pool of talent including products, goods and services, and provide opportunities for our various stakeholders to create an interdependent entrepreneurial ecosystem for the region. 

RCI will be intentional about promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, with a focus on the retention and development of our employees. Through our work, we will amplify underrepresented voices and empower communities to advance equality.  We will hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards of our organization to deliver unique programs, ideas, and solutions while delivering exceptional services to our clients every day in order to build a resilient ecosystem that is closing the racial wealth gap.

Riverside Center for Innovation has exhibited laser focus and the expertise to build and accomplish a stronger ecosystem:

  1. RCI’s database of clients has over 1,600 BIPOC business owners
  2. RCI clients created over 5,000 jobs
  3. RCI’s clients generated over $204 million in annual output
  4. RCI’s clients paid $94 million in annual wages
  5. RCI Clients returned to the three taxing bodies $24.8 million in annual total tax revenue 
  6. 95% of RCI’s clients are minorities including female, Veterans & LGBTQ  
  7. 3 of 4 of RCI’s BizFIT clients are profitable