COSTA MESA, Calif.,
March 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,
Experian® released its second annual inclusion and
diversity report, which highlights the company's commitment to
creating the most diverse and inclusive employee base possible.
According to the company's 2018 The Power of You report, 89 percent
of employees across North America
agree that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is at
the forefront of Experian's values.
"We believe that embracing a truly inclusive culture, where
everyone has a real sense of belonging, is critical to building a
diverse workforce and fostering innovation," said Craig Boundy, chief executive officer of
Experian North America. "We don't just encourage inclusion at
Experian, we celebrate it."
Experian prides itself on supporting a positive work environment
for its employees. This led to the launch of The Power of You, a
companywide initiative that aims to provide transparency into its
commitment to diversity and inclusion. Progressive policies in
areas like female empowerment, flexible working, paid parental
leave and Experian clubs ensure that employees can flourish and
feel a sense of pride about working for Experian.
As a natural next step in The Power of You, the company launched
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which included more than 900
active participants in 2018. These company-supported networks are
set up and run by employees and provide support through a strong
sense of community and connection. Employees from across the
company have actively embraced the ERGs, participating in events
and initiatives that recognized Diwali, Lunar New Year, Hispanic
Heritage Month, International Women's Day, Pride and Veterans Day,
among others.
"Creating a better tomorrow starts within the company, and
that's why we're committed to diversity and inclusion," added
Justin Hastings, chief human
resources officer of Experian North America. "We search the globe
for the very best people so we can innovate and meet the needs of
our increasingly diverse clients. Drawing on this collective
strength is what truly makes us a top workplace."
The report also highlights an uptick in employee volunteer time.
Employees spent more than 12,500 hours volunteering at more than
700 charitable organizations in 2018. In addition, employees helped
raise more than $23,000 in donations
for those impacted by Hurricane Florence and packed nearly 10,000
meals with Rise Against Hunger for people facing food scarcity.
The company also announced the launch of the Experian Hardship
Fund to help U.S. employees facing financial adversity. The program
provides grants to employees who need financial assistance due to a
traumatic life event, such as a natural disaster, accident or
illness.
Experian has received a number of high-profile employer awards
over the years, including being named the #1 Top Workplace in
Orange County, Calif., by the
Orange County Register. And for the fifth consecutive year,
Forbes magazine recognized Experian as one of the World's
Most Innovative Companies.
A copy of this year's report can be found here.
About Experian
Experian is the world's leading global information services
company. During life's big moments — from buying a home or a car,
to sending a child to college, to growing a business by connecting
with new customers — we empower consumers and our clients to manage
their data with confidence. We help individuals to take financial
control and access financial services, businesses to make smarter
decisions and thrive, lenders to lend more responsibly, and
organizations to prevent identity fraud and crime.
We have 16,500 people operating across 39 countries and every
day we're investing in new technologies, talented people and
innovation to help all our clients maximize every opportunity. We
are listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and are a
constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
Learn more at www.experianplc.com or visit our global
content hub at our global news blog for the latest news and
insights from the Group.
Experian and the Experian marks used herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Experian and its affiliates. Other product
and company names mentioned herein are the property of their
respective owners.
Contact:
Scott
Anderson
Experian Public
Relations
1 714 830
3185
scott.n.anderson@experian.com
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