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Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
The Estée Lauder Companies’ collective vision is to be the most inclusive and diverse beauty company in the world, and to be both the employer of choice for diverse talent and the brand of choice for our global consumers. We are a people first company, respecting and caring for our employees, communities, and our consumers. With consumers in approximately 150 countries and territories, we recognize that in order to properly serve the communities in which we live and work, our workforce and products must reflect and represent this global diversity.
We believe that inclusion, diversity and equity drive creativity and innovation, enabling our employees to lead from every chair. We value an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workforce that recognizes how empathy and caring for our consumers comes from understanding local relevancy and the changing needs of our global consumer.
- 84% of our Global workforce is female
- 48% of U.S. workforce is comprised of minorities
- 55% of our Global vice president positions and above are held by women
SOURCE: The Estée Lauder Companies, 2020
We believe that inclusion, diversity and equity drive creativity and innovation, enabling our employees to lead from every chair. We value an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workforce that recognizes how empathy and caring for our consumers comes from understanding local relevancy and the changing needs of our global consumer.
We are deeply committed to doing more to facilitate a culture of equity, inclusion and belonging within our company and our communities.
Fabrizio Freda
President and Chief Executive Officer
The Beauty of Belonging
The Estee Lauder Companies’ values are rooted in respect for the individual, a culture of belonging and long-held values of inclusion, diversity, and equity. We are committed to promoting and maintaining an inclusive culture, and welcome each person’s unique strengths and talents, regardless of geography, age, culture, race/ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, physical ability, or socioeconomic status. We celebrate the diverse perspectives that make up our ELC family, promoting equity for all, and encouraging all employees to freely express their authentic selves. We embrace the beauty of belonging, enabling our diverse workforce to generate the innovative products and practices that make us the most creative, flexible, and dynamic company in our industry.
Creativity and innovation thrive in an organization where different perspectives, disciplines and experiences are recognized, respected and cultivated.
Marilu Marshall
SVP, Executive Management and Chief Inclusion, Diversity & Equity Officer
The strength of The Estée Lauder Companies is rooted in the collective diversity of backgrounds and unique perspectives of our employees. We believe that diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives result in greater innovation and better problem-solving across our organization.
Aligned with our collective vision to become the most inclusive and diverse beauty company in the world, we will continue to empower our employees, our #ELCFamily, encouraging them to bring their authentic self to every part of our business. We are committed to amplifying their talents and ensuring a workforce that understands and represents the global consumer base and the communities we serve.
How ELC Defines Inclusion, Diversity & Equity:
At the Estée Lauder Companies, our strength is rooted in the diversity of our employees, brands, consumers, and communities. We believe that no one person, group or culture has all the knowledge, skills, or information necessary for success in our business, and it is important that unique voices are heard, shared, and considered. This is how we define inclusion, diversity, and equity:
Inclusion: Creating an environment that recognizes, values, and respects the differences that people bring to the workplace and the world, encouraging those who work at the company to bring their authentic self and feel represented in everything we do.
Diversity: All of the different characteristics, attributes, and experiences that shape our identities, and fuel our perspectives, behaviors, and ideas.
Equity: The fair treatment of all, and the elimination of disparities in access to resources, benefits, and opportunities.
