--- title: "Think Up Receives the 2024 Outstanding Business Award for DEI by Furman Riley Institute and Greenville Chamber - Think Up Consulting" canonicalUrl: "https://thinkupconsulting.com/think-up-receives-the-2024-outstanding-business-award-for-commitment-to-dei-by-furman-riley-institute-and-greenville-chamber/" excerpt: "GREENVILLE, SC (November 11, 2024) – Think Up Consulting (Think Up) has been awarded the 2024 Outstanding Business Award by the Furman Riley Institute and the Greenville Chamber. This recognition is part of the Upstate Diversity Leadership Awards program, which celebrates the contributions of exceptional organizations and individuals dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion […]" datePublished: "2024-11-12T14:10:11+00:00" dateModified: "2026-09-10T18:34:19+00:00" --- - Think Up Receives the 2024 Outstanding Business Award for DEI by Furman Riley Institute and Greenville Chamber - Think Up Consulting ** # Think Up Receives the 2024 Outstanding Business Award for DEI by Furman Riley Institute and Greenville Chamber ** November 12, 2024 GREENVILLE, SC (November 11, 2024) – **Think Up Consulting (Think Up) has been awarded the 2024 Outstanding Business Award by the Furman Riley Institute and the Greenville Chamber. This recognition is part of the Upstate Diversity Leadership Awards program, which celebrates the contributions of exceptional organizations and individuals dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion across the Upstate region. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are foundational to Think Up’s approach to work, community engagement, and client partnerships. As one of the first certified LGBT Business Enterprises (LGBTBE) in South Carolina, and with 64% of its senior leadership positions held by women, Think Up’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is evident in every aspect of its operations. Think Up not only cultivates an inclusive culture within its own organization but also advises clients on implementing effective DEIB strategies. This dedication ensures that each interaction and project reflects its commitment to creating diverse, inclusive environments. “At Think Up, DEIB is more than just a part of our culture—it’s within the very fabric of our organization,” said Ron Doney, Founder and CEO of Think Up. “It’s embedded in our core values and drives us in fulfilling our purpose: ‘to enrich the lives of others.’ This commitment is why leading brands turn to Think Up to develop and activate DEIB strategies within their own organizations.” Think Up’s commitment to diversity has earned multiple prestigious awards in addition to this latest recognition by Furman’s Riley Institute and the Greenville Chamber. The firm was awarded the Greenville Society for Human Resource Management’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award in both 2021 and 2023. In 2022, it was named LGBTBE Business of the Year by the Upstate SC LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce, and it received the Top Workplaces Diversity Award in 2019. These honors underscore Think Up’s ongoing dedication to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace, positively impacting the community, and driving meaningful business outcomes through DEIB. **About Think Up Consulting** Think Up Consulting integrates brand, talent, and culture to fuel sustainable growth for organizations ranging from mid-sized, rapidly evolving companies to Fortune 500 brands. For over 20 years, Think Up has delivered customized solutions that elevate customer experiences and lead to high-impact business outcomes by activating internal cultures. Think Up’s unique process connects the people of an organization to the brand, strategy, and culture of an organization through a holistic approach combining strategy, change management, events, and learning. To learn more, visit [thinkupconsulting.com](https://thinkupconsulting.com/). 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