Industry Standards

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It’s a sea of consultants out there. What can you expect to pay? We have collected the following findings but are not endorsing what someone is worth based on their background. It’s up to you and the equity practitioner candidate to decide what works. Don’t be afraid to ask for a sliding scale if needed, and definitely be ready to invest. It takes a highly complex skill set and lived experience to be a racial equity practitioner.  

Budget – ranges * 

• *Pricing may vary based on a number of factors, and the ranges below are intended only to inform businesses on potential budget planning.

• Ongoing engagement & consulting:  

  • $100 - $500 / hour  

  • Some practitioners charge per package, not per hour.  

• Training:

  • $5000 - $7500 for a 2-day training 

  • $400 - $500 an hour depending on the number of facilitators  

Consider hidden costs to your practitioner’s time such as:  

• Research 

• Onboarding to the company 

• Additional time needed in charged and emotionally impactful conversations 

• Email communication 

• Always be mindful of practitioners’ need for payment and cash flow 

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