DESA is a firm committed to diversity and inclusion of disadvantaged businesses in the many projects we manage. This standard improves the economic conditions of our state and nation and sustains a high level of excellence in our surrounding communities. A business climate that employs diversity is critical to attaining the best research, leadership, administration, and above all, an engaged employee base.

DESA itself is a small, woman- and minority-owned company, and regularly leads diversity programs in the contracts we manage. Additionally, DESA operates the MBDA Business Center in Columbia, SC - a federally funded organization dedicated to assisting minority businesses in South Carolina.

With a strong focus on diversity and inclusion of disadvantaged businesses, DESA has empowered countless businesses to grow and succeed by ensuring they have the knowledge, skills and opportunities to compete with larger corporations in varied markets.