Matt Grimes is the head of diversity, equity and inclusion for the Guardians. Just over a year into his new position and he says he’s working to ensure all bases like diverse staffing, are covered.
The numbers on the jerseys, the numbers racked up on the field, and the amount of people in the seats on gameday are all important.“We lack in diversity. we lack in gender diversity, we lack in racial diversity, so we want to make sure our workforce better represents the demographics of the community we serve here in Northeast Ohio,” said Grimes.
Fan demographics aren’t too different either according to the Morning Consult, as of early 2020, 64 percent of Guardians fans identified as white. Officials speak after changing Cleveland's baseball team name to The Guardians. “I think the name change has brought a new sense of energy, a new fan base, a new opportunity, something to stand for,” said Grimes. “It’s hard to be in an organization that says it is committed to advancing social justice with a name that is so divisive. Coming out of last season and changing to the Guardians has certainly been helpful.
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