Military veterans bring exceptional leadership, discipline, and problem-solving skills to the civilian workforce, yet many face significant challenges when transitioning from military to corporate careers. As organizations increasingly recognize the value veterans add to their teams, forward-thinking companies are developing targeted programs and partnerships to attract, hire, and support these talented professionals. The companies featured … Read full-story
With over 61 million adults in the United States living with a disability, forward-thinking companies are recognizing that inclusive hiring isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s smart business. Organizations that prioritize accessibility are tapping into exceptional talent while building stronger, more innovative teams. Leading employers are moving beyond basic compliance to create environments where … Read full-story
As Pride Month arrives this June, companies are stepping up to celebrate their LGBTQ+ employees and strengthen workplace inclusion. Beyond symbolic gestures, leading organizations are implementing comprehensive strategies that create genuine belonging for their LGBTQ+ workforce throughout the year. From educational webinars and drag bingo events to transition support programs and parent resource guides, these … Read full-story
As Asian Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month unfolds, organizations across the nation are reflecting on the importance of diversity, cultural recognition, and meaningful workplace inclusion. This annual celebration provides a critical opportunity to highlight the experiences, achievements, and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in professional environments. Companies are increasingly recognizing the … Read full-story
In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, forward-thinking organizations are recognizing that gender equality is not just a moral imperative, but a strategic advantage. Beyond mere compliance, these companies are actively transforming workplace cultures, implementing innovative policies, and creating robust support systems that empower women at every career stage. Through intentional mentorship programs, inclusive leadership practices, … Read full-story
In today’s business landscape, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have evolved from aspirational goals to strategic imperatives. While many organizations tout their commitment to DEI, understanding the concrete approaches and measurable impacts of these efforts provides valuable insights for the broader business community. We asked business leaders to share their companies’ specific approaches to … Read full-story
From leadership skills forged in service to crisis management abilities, military veterans bring unique strengths to the corporate world. Leading companies across America have made veteran hiring a priority, recognizing the exceptional value of military experience in driving business success. Here’s what a few of them had to say about the impact veterans have on … Read full-story
How do you support your employees with disabilities? At GE Vernova, we are committed to ensuring our team members who are living or caring for someone with a disability have the support and resources they need to connect and thrive. Our CEO Scott Strazik proudly signed the Disability:IN CEO Letter on Disability Inclusion and partnered … Read full-story
How is your company celebrating Pride Month 2024, especially from an employee-inclusion perspective? GE Vernova celebrates Pride Month in June to acknowledge the history, dignity, and impact of LGBTQIA+ people, while also promoting visibility and self-affirmation, in partnership with the Pride Alliance. The Pride Alliance is an employee resource group (ERG) that supports employees who … Read full-story
What does your company do, especially vs. competitors, to promote gender equity? Our philanthropic efforts focus on advancing gender equality by supporting women and underrepresented populations in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. GE is honored to be a founding partner of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Corporate Partnership Council for 20 years, … Read full-story
Tell us how your company celebrates Black History month? The mission of GE Vernova’s African American Forum’s (AAF) Employee Resource Group (ERG) is to strengthen African American employees at GE through professional development, career management and mentoring that will enable retention and growth. The forum also works to strengthen the bonds between GE and its … Read full-story
With operations spanning Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), GE Vernova’s workforce reflects the rich cultural fabric of the region. Shereif Rostom, the Regional Director for Project Execution (Gulf & NE Africa) and Chief Diversity Officer for EMEA, partners with multiple regional HR leaders to oversee efforts to build an inclusive culture where all … Read full-story
GE Power, a global leader in energy solutions, has been at the forefront of promoting inclusion and diversity within its organization. Leading the charge is Guillaume Spillemaecker, Executive Finance leader. In addition to his financial expertise, Guillaume is also a passionate advocate for disability inclusion, spearheading GE Power’s Disability Advocacy Network (DAN) ERG. In a … Read full-story
How is your company celebrating Pride Month 2023, especially from an employee-inclusion perspective? At Catalent, our Pride Month activities are developed and sponsored by our global LGBTQ+ Employees & Allies Resource Network (LEARN) Employee Resource Group (ERG), in partnership with our Global Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Office. This year, the team is planning a multitude … Read full-story
What does your company do, especially versus competitors, to promote gender equity? The GE Women’s Network (GEWN) is an employee resource group that was formed to support women working in GE. Championed by leaders at the highest level alongside strong support from its volunteers, GEWN today works to empower, energize and elevate the women at … Read full-story
Tell us about how your company is recognizing Black History Month in 2023 HashiCorp’s ERG the BlackSmiths are proud to present a plethora of fun, educational and engaging events for employees the whole month of February, to celebrate Black History month! HashiCorp will kick off Black History Month with a Fire Side chat with Tech … Read full-story
THE WORLD OF POWER When Álvaro Anzola started his career, he knew he wanted to work for a global company focused on solving complex engineering problems. 25 years later, he is the VP of North America Combined Cycle Services, having worked during his GE career in more than 20 countries and almost all the GE businesses. In … Read full-story
“Equity in the workplace is not an endpoint,” says one of the company responses below, “It’s iterative.” Let’s remember this truism as we continue to struggle for equality for all of us. The process can’t be overnight. We know this from experience. It’s iterative. It takes small progressive steps. It’s a strange affliction we have … Read full-story
Constance Rodts, who serves as Executive General Counsel for GE Gas Power, began her career more than 25 years ago as a private practice attorney. After graduating from law school, Rodts passed the bar exam in both Texas and Georgia, then worked for a little over a decade as a commercial litigator at a variety of firms … Read full-story
With Juneteenth – now a federal holiday – falling on Sunday, June 19th (the official day) and Monday, June 20th (for observance,) Comparably wanted to check in with clients for a roll call of companies truly dedicated to helping make right what has long been made wrong in this country for Black employees and communities. … Read full-story
Here’s how these thoughtful modern companies extend equality and consideration to LGBTQ employees and communities today and throughout the year. What are some of the ways that your company supports LGBTQ+ employees and communities? GE Power supports the LGBTQAI+ community through the Pride Alliance employee resource group (ERG). The Pride Alliance has a mission to … Read full-story
How will your company recognize women for this year’s International Women’s Day? We’ll be spotlighting the women of RingCentral and highlighting charitable causes close to our hearts through special events, panels, blogs, social media outreach, and a landing page. We’ll be releasing content throughout Women’s History Month around the theme of breaking the bias on … Read full-story
As our country and our world continues to strive to make up for the injustices of the past and come closer to realizing a truly fair society for people of all races, here’s how a group of companies are celebrating this year’s Black History Month, which runs for all of February. How will you be … Read full-story
Here’s how six companies show – both internally and in the communities around them – that they care about their LGBTQ+ employees and the issues many still face out in the larger world as the human race continues to struggle to prioritize the moral imperative of equality for all. What sort of ways do you … Read full-story
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th-October 15th), we asked businesses to share with us how they actively support their Hispanic/Latinx employees as well as Hispanic/Latinx communities. How does your company support its Hispanic/Latinx employees? Capital One is committed to advancing racial equity, justice, and inclusion for our Hispanic and Latinx associates and communities. … Read full-story
Like almost everything else surrounding life in business, internships have also had to evolve or at least temporarily transform into sometimes virtual internships. Those looking ahead to 2022 internships can start here with these 7 companies, which have all responded thoughtfully when we asked about what their internship programs offered and how they may have … Read full-story
Next Monday, May 31st, is Memorial Day, during which we commemorate the men and women who died while in the military service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. In recognition of those who gave their lives, here are eleven companies that all celebrate, honor, … Read full-story
Professional development is at the very least a secondary concern for just about anyone who holds down a job anywhere. Especially early in our careers, very few of us are happy with the idea of staying in one role forever without notching up eventually in title, pay, and influence. And even those of us who … Read full-story
Mothers are central to all our lives. For almost everyone, a mother is our soft spot, our memory of mercy and comfort from our earliest years. Our mothers are our friends, our heroes, our confidantes, our trusted navigators, our role models, our earliest examples of someone who is on our side for it all. And … Read full-story
May is recognized as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month and Comparably wanted to shine a light on companies that are always supportive of their Asian-American and Pacific Islander employees and communities. Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month began as just a ten-day celebration in the late 70s but was reborn as a month-long recognition period in 1992. The month … Read full-story
