Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Melissa's journey from employee to owner at D9 is truly inspiring, highlighting her dedication and hard work. The company's commitment to diversity, as evidenced by being a woman-owned business with certifications from WBENC and NWBOC.

“I think woman in construction have to break down barriers without much support. I admire their tenacity to take on the challenge with only their intuition and grit backing them up.”

Melissa Rossi

D9 is 58% diverse, meaning non-white and/or non-male.

Diversity Pledge

D9 is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We pledge to champion diversity in all its forms, embracing differences in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, and background. Through our unwavering commitment to equity and inclusion, we aim to cultivate a vibrant and supportive community that celebrates the unique perspectives and talents of each team member. Together, we will build a stronger, more resilient organization that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.

Accessibility Statement

Measures to support accessibility

Division 9 takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of Division 9:

Include accessibility as part of our mission statement.
Include accessibility throughout our internal policies.
Integrate accessibility into our procurement practices.

Conformance status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Division 9 is fully conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Fully conformant means that the content fully conforms to the accessibility standard without any exceptions.