The world is diversifying and going global-- yet the talented minorities who represent America's future are not making it to the top of the corporation. Despite an abundance of drive and tremendous gains in the workplace, too many African-Americans, Hispanics and Asian- Americans are stalled several layers below the C-suite, facing lingering bias and intrenched ideals of white male leadership. Why is this impressive talent pool unable to break into the uppermost echelons again and again? This study reveals how a lack of high-octane advocacy--the power of sponsorship -- keeps the very best and brightest minority professionals from taking their rightful places in top management. Amidst this story of missed opportunities there is good news : sponsorship significantly boosts engagement, confidence and retention, helping minorities advance and companies keep pace with a rapidly diversifying world." From the abstract on page 1.