Northwestern Mutual has been named one of the nation’s “Best Companies for Diversity” by Black Enterprise magazine, the company has announced.
“We aim to celebrate and support diversity in all facets of our organization – from our talent across our campuses, to our business and supplier partners," said Amy Hanneman, Northwestern Mutual's vice president for diversity and inclusion. “We know that when we diversify, we attract better talent, enhance our capabilities, increase our relevance and grow our client base. We are honored that Black Enterprise acknowledges our relentless efforts to cultivate a workplace where everyone can be and do their best, and we remain committed to this work because it is in the best interests of our policyowners.”
Northwestern Mutual said it was committed to providing an inclusive work environment that inspires its employees.
The company has implemented various strategies to promote inclusion, including the establishment of eight award-winning employee resource groups (ERGs), long-term initiatives focused on inclusion such as the Women's and Sustained Action for Racial Equity programs, and a recent announcement of a $500 million investment in its headquarters campus.
The company has received numerous workplace awards for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These accolades include consecutive perfect scores on the Disability Equality Index and the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, inclusion on Forbes' “America's Best Large Employers” list, being named one of the National Business Inclusion Consortium's “Top 50 Best-of-the-Best Corporations for Inclusion,” and receiving the Military Friendly Award, among others.
The company has also appeared on the Forbes list of best companies for diversity for seven consecutive years.
Additionally, Northwestern Mutual's ERGs have been ranked in the top 25 nationally by the Association of ERGs & Councils.
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