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Building a collaborative culture
We believe there's room at the table for everyone's ideas. That's why we celebrate diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds—because a true idea exchange fosters richer conversations and more innovative solutions. And, we work hard to build a culture where everyone's voice is valued, respected and heard.
How do we design compelling investment solutions? We build our teams with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences—applauding the idea-challengers who dare to look at things differently.
"Diversity & Inclusion is about creating a culture that ensures everyone gets the support and resources they need to be successful in our organization."Melda Mergen Deputy Global Head of Equities |
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Every support channel is critical to building a diverse and inclusive culture. That's why we make sure our employees have access to a range of programs that provide the resources they need to feel supported and empowered to pursue successful careers. Some of our programs include:
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning Network |
Women's Interest Network |
Black Employee Network |
Veterans Employee Network |
Abilities Network |
Asian American Employee Network |
Hispanics, Latinos and Amigos Network |
Family & Life Stages |
We believe that building an inclusive culture extends beyond the walls of our firm and into the communities we live and serve. That's why we support various programs and initiatives that foster deeper community connection and opportunities for others' success.
The Posse Foundation Partners since 2016, we actively support Posse's mission to ensure the leaders of the 21st century reflect the country's rich demographic mix through high school and college-led programs that train and develop small, diverse groups of talented students. |
The Boston Triathlon We're proud to sponsor Boston's only triathlon, which brings together athletes of all ages and abilities from around the globe, while raising funds for Boston Medical Center's programs and services squarely focused on eradicating the inequities deeply affecting people's lives and health. |
Pine Street Inn We proudly support this local institution that provides comprehensive programs and services including housing, emergency services and workforce development to nearly 2,000 men and women every day. |
Dare2tri We proudly sponsor Dare2tri and its mission to enhance the lives of individuals with physical disabilities and visual impairments by building confidence, community, health and wellness through triathlons. |
Building a diverse and inclusive culture is about more than numbers, but they help us tell a story about progress and our commitment to making a difference you can see.
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56% Women directors on |
38% Women employees |
18% People of color employees |
Fund Boards data as of January 1, 2021. Employee data as of December 31, 2020.
| % WOMEN | % PEOPLE OF COLOR | |
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| Business management committee | 24% | 3% |
| Senior management | 18% | 10% |
| Investment professionals | 26% | 21% |
| Total employees | 38% | 18% |
Data as of December 31, 2020. People of color, U.S. only, includes people who identify as racially and ethnically diverse based on U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) classifications: Hispanic or Latino, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Asian, Native American or Alaska Native and two or more races. Senior Management includes Columbia Threadneedle officers and senior investment leaders. Investment professionals exclude administrative roles.
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