The goal of recruitment, promotion, andretention is to maximize excellence and diversity simultaneously (i.e., to pursueinclusive excellence); this requires proactivetalent-spotting, contextualization for standardized metrics, and recruitment practicesthat utilize inclusive social networks and the power of pipeline programs. Achievinginclusive excellence also requires expandingour perception of areas worthy of researchand teaching. Finally, the goal of achievinginclusive excellence should operate with equalrigor at the point of promotion as at the pointof recruitment.