Forbes names Shaw Industries a Best Employer for Diversity 2023
Shaw recognized second year in a row for diversity and inclusion efforts.
Assessing more than 2 billion pounds of materials for material health in 2022
Further fueling the circular economy by:
Developing a takeback program for Shaw-made resilient flooring
Identifying new partners to help recycle an additional 2 million pounds of Shaw’s carpet manufacturing waste each year
Programs and initiatives focused on helping Shaw associates and communities achieve their full potential, included:
Increasing the company’s spend with small and diverse businesses to 60% of its allowable spend in 2022, up from 42% in 2021
Providing more than 1 million hours of training and education to associates and customers and donating more than $6.7 million to charitable causes
Shaw President and CEO Tim Baucom notes, “Our relentless curiosity and focus on customer needs led to a record-breaking $7 billion in revenue in 2022 while navigating an increasingly complex global market. Sustainability is a core aspect of Shaw’s vision as we endeavor to support our customers in achieving their objectives alongside our own.”
It’s a sentiment echoed throughout the company.
“As we address the everchanging needs of customers and the world, our commitment to sustainability remains steadfast — driving innovation and impact across our portfolio,” states Kellie Ballew, vice president of global sustainability and innovation at Shaw. “We remain keenly focused on the ingredients that go into products as well as the impacts of sound, moisture, cleanability and other design considerations because we know the spaces and places where we learn, create and come together to solve our greatest challenges impact our wellbeing.”
To read Shaw’s 2022 Sustainability Report, visit: shawinc. com/2022sustainabilityreport
Shaw Industries Group Inc. has been named by Forbes magazine and market research firm Statista as one of the Best Employers for Diversity 2023.
This marks the second year in a row Shaw’s commitment to diversity and inclusion has been recognized by Forbes. Inclusion was determined by Statista’s proprietary methodology, including direct associate recommendations.
Over 45,000 U.S. employees were surveyed in companies with a minimum of 1,000 employees to identify the Best Employers for Diversity. The evaluation is based on direct responses from employees, employees of competitors and analysis of internal efforts, including training and education, engagement programs, associate resource groups and diversity of top executives and board members.
“We believe diverse and unique perspectives are foundational for creating a better future for our people, customers and communities. Shaw’s inclusion efforts educate, connect and provide meaningful experiences for our associates,” said Sandy Johnson, Shaw’s director of diversity and inclusion. “We are proud of our associates for fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment and are honored to once again be a Best Employer for Diversity.”
Shaw is committed to creating an environment where all associates feel valued, included and empowered. Through various programs and learning and development opportunities, Shaw engages and educates associates on how to spark growth through inclusive leadership.
Along with these ongoing programs, Shaw has identified the following key initiatives:
Council for Diversity & Inclusion was established in 2007 and includes representation from all business units to ensure enterprise engagement in the creation and execution of Shaw’s D&I strategy.
Associate Resource Groups (ARGs) harness and enable member’s talents and goals, foster innovation and provide insight into potential business opportunities. More than 2,500 associates are engaged with an ARG.
Supplier Diversity Program provides all suppliers with equal access and encourages minority- and women-owned business participation in the sourcing process. Shaw strives for supplier participation that is reflective of Shaw’s diverse customer base and local community.
Community giving and volunteering efforts meet diverse community needs. Shaw’s associate resource groups play a key role in identifying opportunities for philanthropic outreach and future workforce development that are inclusive of diverse groups.
By embedding these programs and principles throughout the company and providing opportunities to better understand other perspectives — from education on cultural fluency to creating space for connection, reflection and empathy — associates continue to learn and grow together.
For individuals interested in learning more about Shaw’s diversity and inclusion initiatives, visit shawinc. com/Diversity online.