According to statistics compared with overall private industry, the high-tech sector employed a larger share of white workers (68.5% vs 63.5%), Asian Americans (14% vs 5.8%), and men (64% vs 52%), while a smaller share of African Americans (7.4% vs 14.4%), Hispanics (8% vs 13.9%), and women (36% vs 48% )In the tech sector nationwide, whites are represented at a much higher rate in executive-level roles than African Americans, Hispanics, and Asian Americans. Furthermore, by gender, men occupy 80% of executive roles compared with 20% for women. That compares with the overall private sector, where 71% of executive positions are held by men and 29% occupied by women.
Ronald Tate, founder and CEO of Koach-IT, comments, "At our company, diversity is about recognizing that our dimension of differences is actually our greatest strength. We strive for parity and to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their own access to opportunities. Learning and enhancing your skills are vital in this technological era. This helps you to prepare yourself for getting the highest paying jobs in the field of your choice while widening your arsenal of tools that enhance your value as a professional in your company."
