Inclusive Culture

Inclusive Culture Commitment & Initiatives

We expect of ourselves…

We will foster a culture where every employee feels a deep sense of belonging, purpose, and opportunity.
We will embrace the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our team, knowing that inclusive teams drive innovation and better outcomes.
We will grow together — listening, learning, and collaborating with community partners to spark lasting, positive change beyond our organization.

These commitments guide our thinking, decisions, and actions — because when inclusion thrives, so do our people, our businesses, and our communities.

Inclusive Culture Committee:
UNITED Together

We uphold inclusion, belonging, and representation at United Properties. Our roots run deeper when we build welcoming, inclusive communities together.

Commitment

At United Properties, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture — both in our external and internal work.

We’re always thinking about how to do more, and do better, for our employees and for the communities we serve. Our culture is built on respect, connection, philanthropy and volunteerism. We strive each day to create space where all voices are welcomed, heard, and valued.

Our UNITED Together Committee was founded in 2017 and meets monthly.

The UNITED Together Committee toured the historic Coliseum building on Lake Street in Minneapolis. Once heavily damaged during the 2020 civil unrest, the more than 100-year-old structure has now been fully restored and is owned by three local emerging developers.

United Properties team members visited Houston White Men’s Room in North Minneapolis’ Camdentown neighborhood—an inclusive space known for community building. The group learned about the long-standing partnership between United Properties and Houston White.

UNITED Together Committee breakfast with Catiesha Pierson, owner of Minnesota’s first and only black-owned cold pressed juice bar.

Group of people sitting in a room watching a video

United Properties’ all-company meeting kicked off with a keynote from Jesse Ross—international speaker, executive coach, and inclusion leader—who led a thought-provoking session on “Cultural Self-Awareness as a Tool for Effective Change.”

Inclusive Procurement Program

Commitment

United Properties is committed to building a strong and dynamic supply chain — one that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. Our Inclusive Procurement Program fosters partnerships with a wide range of businesses to encourage innovation, support economic growth, and create opportunities for all. This initiative aligns with our mission to build meaningful relationships and contribute to a vibrant, resilient business ecosystem.

Mission

United Properties is focused on increasing procurement opportunities for underserved businesses within the communities we serve. To support this mission, United Properties established an Inclusive Procurement Task Force to ensure our efforts are effective, accelerated, and sustainable over time.