Diversity & Inclusion

Did you know 15% of people in the world experience some form of disability?​

In today’s connected world, access to technology is central to the way we operate, and it is fundamental to a more equitable future. Accessibility is the vehicle for inclusion of people with disabilities.

With a female founder who has a disability its no surprise that uniqueness and diversity are a huge part of who we are at Appetite for Business.

Belonging At Appetite for Business

Happy. Respected. Supported. Valued. 

These are the key things we want our team to feel whilst working at Appetite for Business.

We’re passionate about making Appetite for Business a place where everyone feels they cannot just thrive but belong too. Not just because it’s the right thing to do. But because we believe a more diverse, inclusive team is a higher performing happier one.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It​

As well as our range of inclusive policies, we pride ourselves on our alignment with important organisations committed to shared goals.

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"I’m working hard to create the kind purposeful business I always wanted Appetite for Business to be."

"We are building an inclusive team that represents lots of different kinds of people with the right competencies. For anyone, from any background. Where our differences are welcomed, respected, and talent nurtured. People who add to our culture and don’t simply just fit in. Having this focus has allowed us to bring different thinking to our customers and deliver better results. For them to feel assured that we will look out for them too. I’m working hard to create the kind purposeful business I always wanted Appetite for Business to be. It’s simply the right thing to do."
Sheryl Newman
Founder & CEO

How This Helps You

Our team are trained in Microsoft Accessibility, we are a Disability Confident Employer, and we ensure that accessibility is part of every conversation not only within Appetite for Business but with you too. We understand the importance of having the right tools to support each of us to do the best job. 

Vision

High contrast settings, colour blindness or low vision settings, increased font magnification, audio narrator etc.

Hearing

Closed captioning, mono sound and live call transcription. Visual cues.

Neurodiversity

Dictation and Windows Hello sign-in can make the digital world more accessible for those who have dyslexia, seizures, autism, or other cognitive differences.

Learning

Dictation; writing assistant tools; immersive readers and text out loud.

Mental Health

Focus Assist; immersive readers; keyboard shortcuts; Show Me/Tell Me & accessibility checkers.

Mobility

On screen keyboard; voice recognition; eye controls and shortcut keys.

"There’s definitely a culture around bringing your whole self to work and it is encouraged and promoted regularly"

"I do feel valued and respected at Appetite for Business. I’m treated equally and fairly, the work I do is appreciated. There’s definitely a culture around bringing your whole self to work and it is encouraged and promoted regularly. Everyone is welcomed and respected for who they are, accomplishments are acknowledged and celebrated with the whole team. Appetite for Business are really strong in collaboration and sharing amongst the team. Having a female CEO who understands the importance of accessibility and equality leading the business is a differentiator. Sheryl continually works to foster an environment within the business that is open, tolerant, and accessible. Having a CEO that leads by this example helps make the business better for both employees and customers."
Rebecca
Junior Developer

Appetite for Business Is A Disability Confident Employer.

We challenge attitudes and increase understanding of disability.

We remove the barriers for those who are disabled or suffering from long-term health conditions so they can fulfil their dreams and potential.

We draw from the widest possible pool of talent.

We look for talented people who are loyal, align to our values and work hard.

We ensure employee morale and commit to treating all employees and associates fairly.

Our office is fully wheelchair accessible and disabled parking spaces are available.

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