Why Inclusivity Is at the Heart of Montreal Solutions

At Montreal Solutions, we believe that diversity and inclusivity (D&I) are not just buzzwords — they’re the foundation of a healthy, future-ready company. From the very first employee we hired, inclusivity has been part of who we are. It’s not a burden or an obligation, but a privilege. Talent and quality are found in every group of people, and it’s up to us as an organization to create space for that. 

That’s also why we’ve joined forces with 010 Inclusief. Their mission to connect and support organizations in Rotterdam aligns perfectly with our vision of building a workplace where diversity isn’t a checkbox, but a culture. 

Building Inclusivity Into Our DNA 

Operating from the heart of Rotterdam with our multidisciplinary team of seven, we help clients make data-driven decisions about sustainability, energy consumption, and workplace comfort. But for us, technology and impact don’t stop at numbers — they extend to people. 

Inclusivity is part of how we build our team, how we innovate, and how we make sure our solutions reflect the world around us. By choosing to work in the center of the city, we’ve placed ourselves right in the middle of society — a daily reminder that sustainability and inclusivity are vital to everyone’s life. 

Challenges and Commitments 

Like many tech companies, we face the challenge of attracting diverse talent for highly technical roles. That’s why we’ve taken a long-term approach: 

• Building relationships with universities and colleges 

• Creating opportunities for traineeships and internships 

• Opening doors for talent that doesn’t always find its way into the tech world 

We know inclusivity is a journey, not a quick fix. And we’re committed to walking that path step by step. 

Lessons We’ve Learned 

One of the most important things we’ve discovered is that inclusivity is not an HR project — it’s a company culture. Too often, organizations look for candidates who are a mirror of themselves. But true inspiration comes from people who think differently, act differently, and challenge the status quo. 

We’ve also learned the value of partnerships. For example, by collaborating with The Social Blender, we not only found new team members who enrich our daily work, but also built connections we wouldn’t have managed on our own. 

Our Message to Other Organizations 

If we could give one piece of advice, it would be this: Don’t see inclusivity as an extra task on your to-do list. See it as the lens through which your company grows. Creativity, innovation, and real breakthroughs always happen at the edges — never in the middle. 

At Montreal Solutions, inclusivity isn’t something we do on the side. It’s how we run our business, how we grow our team, and how we create impact together with partners like 010 Inclusief.