About Brij the Gap
Our Mission
Empower Your Workforce, Elevate Your Business.
What sets us apart is our commitment to valuing the unique experiences of every employee and fostering cultural competency to drive collaboration, inclusivity and productivity.
Research shows that workplaces that recognize and appreciate the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of their employees see a 21% increase in profitability. Additionally, employees who feel their contributions and perspectives are valued are 3 times more likely to be engaged and drive team success (Gallup, 2021).
This approach benefits not just individuals but the entire organization. Discover how Brij the Gap can empower your workforce to achieve greater success together.
Cultivate a Growth Environment
Companies that cultivate inclusive and personalized growth environments see greater overall productivity, higher innovation and a stronger reputation.
Invest in your Employees
By investing in employee development that values the whole person, organizations enhance not only retention but also loyalty and performance, setting themselves up for long-term success.
Empower Exceptional Leaders
Empowering leaders with the tools to inspire, adapt, and lead with purpose creates a ripple effect of success throughout the organization. When leaders grow, teams thrive and businesses achieve sustainable excellence.
86%
retention rate among employees who participate in our development programs.
90%
of leaders report feeling more equipped after completing our leadership workshops.
94%
of program participants report sustained skill application six months post-training.
Brij the Gap FOUNDER and CEO
DEVIKA BRIJ
Devika Brij, CEO and Founder of Brij the Gap Consulting, is driven by a passion for empowering individuals and cultivating workplaces where everyone can thrive.
With over 12 years in professional development, she’s helped top companies like Meta, Visa, Reddit and Morgan Stanley develop employees, foster engagement and build high-performing teams. Through workshops, programs and curated learning experiences, Devika supports employees in advancing their careers while helping leaders foster collaborative, inclusive and productive teams. Outside of Brij the Gap, she is the Co-Founder of Zaka Connect, a career advancement platform for first- and second-generation immigrants and serves on the Board of Mentors for Monday Night Mentorship. She is also the author of Thrive in Color: How to Master Self Advocacy and Command Your Career As An Underrepresented Professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’re more than happy to assess your organization’s unique needs and customize training or development solutions to address your specific goals. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for a consultation so we can explore the best approach together.
Our goal is to offer flexible solutions that align with your budget and specific needs, whether you’re seeking a single session or workshop, a multi-session program or a comprehensive career development initiative. Each offering can be customized to complement your existing resources, allowing us to provide impactful experiences within a range of investment levels.
If you’re interested in learning more about how we can tailor our services to fit your budget and goals, please reach out for a discovery call.
At this time, Brij the Gap does not offer one-on-one coaching. Personalized support is offered through group coaching formats in the 4 Week Accelerator Program.
Yes, Brij the Gap is certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). As an NMSDC-certified business, Brij the Gap is recognized as a minority-owned supplier, which may support your company’s supplier diversity goals while also helping create a more inclusive ecosystem in career advancement and talent development.
While it’s excellent that your organization has existing resources, external facilitators provide an added layer of objectivity, trust and expertise that often leads to greater transparency and meaningful change. A recent study by the Association for Talent Development found that organizations using external providers for specialized development programs saw a 32% increase in employee engagement and a 24% boost in retention rates compared to internal-only programs. Employees tend to feel safer and more open with a neutral third party, which helps reveal unique needs and challenges that internal teams might miss. Our programs complement your current offerings, adding depth and targeted strategies proven to improve employee satisfaction and organizational success.
For the 4 Week Accelerator Programs, we suggest planning 6 weeks in advance. For workshops, we suggest planning 4 weeks in advance.
Not at all. Thrive in Color provides career growth strategies and tools that are valuable for individuals across all demographics, job functions and seniority levels. While the book highlights the nuanced experiences of historically marginalized groups, it fosters insights and meaningful conversations that promote awareness, inclusion, and collaboration throughout your organization.
We strongly encourage corporations to make this book accessible to all employees to ensure everyone benefits from the shared learning and dialogue it inspires.
We do not ship to individual homes but we can arrange to ship to various offices. Alternatively, individual copies of Thrive in Color can be ordered globally on Amazon, Barnes & Noble (US) and Indigo (Canada).
Brij the Gap is a talent and leadership development company dedicated to equipping individuals, leaders and teams with actionable tools to drive engagement, productivity and organizational excellence. While we design specialized programming to support the unique needs of underrepresented talent, our primary focus is on fostering lasting growth, empowering all professionals to achieve their potential and helping organizations cultivate stronger, more effective leaders and teams.
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