Global LGBTQ+ business advisory Out Leadership, the oldest and largest coalition of global companies working to improve LGBTQ+ equality welcomes one of Australia's leading financial institutions, Perpetual, as its newest member.
NEW YORK, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Out Leadership, the oldest and largest coalition of global companies working to improve LGBTQ+ equality in the world, is delighted to welcome Perpetual as its newest member firm. Perpetual, one of Australia's leading financial institutions joins an illustrious and influential group of 96 member companies that span industries such as global banking, investment management, private equity, alternative investments, legal, consumer goods, business advisory, media, manufacturing and more.
Todd Sears, CEO & Founder, Out Leadership, said: "We're stoked that Perpetual has joined our global community of firms that now represents over 6 million global employees. Perpetual's dedication to diversity and inclusion is clearly part of their DNA. The fact that the firm's CEO leads Perpetual's D+I Council is impressive. We are looking forward to working together to advance LGBTQ+ equality."
Rob Adams, CEO and Managing Director, Perpetual said: "Central to the work of our Diversity and Inclusion Council is ensuring Perpetual continues to be an organisation that is open and accepting, with a culture that values individuals, their differences and perspectives. We want our people to feel they can be their true self when they come to work at Perpetual, to feel confident and safe."
Adams continued, "Our dedicated Diversity and Inclusion Council has made so much progress in the 10 years since it was established, and as our business grows internationally, we're thrilled to be partnering with Out Leadership and tapping into their global expertise to inspire our leaders and further develop our global D&I policies and training."
Perpetual is a trusted brand with longstanding client relationships, some of which span five generations. Earning this reputation requires hard work, combined with high-quality talent.
Sears continued, "We are excited to support Perpetual in their ongoing work to create a fully inclusive environment for their people, and are looking forward to welcoming their teams at our Leadership Summits and Talent Accelerators."
About Perpetual:
Perpetual Limited (ASX:PPT) is an ASX listed, diversified financial services operates company which has been serving clients since 1886. Perpetual offers funds management, financial advisory and trustee services across its four businesses: Perpetual Asset Management Australia, Perpetual Asset Management International, Perpetual Corporate Trust and Perpetual Private. Its origin as a trustee company, coupled with its strong track record of investment performance, has created a reputation as one of the strongest brands in financial services in Australia. For further information, go to http://www.perpetual.com.au
About Out Leadership:
Out Leadership is the oldest and largest global LGBTQ+ business advisory that partners with the world's most influential companies to build business opportunities, cultivate talent, and drive LGBTQ+ equality forward. We believe that LGBTQ+ inclusion positively impacts business results, and that including LGBTQ+ people at the most senior level of executive leadership builds business. We call this idea Return on Equality™.
Out Leadership is a global coalition of more than 90 member firms with a combined market capitalization of over $6.3 trillion, annual revenues exceeding $1.8 trillion, and representing more than 6 million global employees. Out Leadership convenes CEOs, business leaders, and allies at exclusive invitation-only events across 4 continents. Out Leadership also operates three talent initiatives: OutQUORUM, which aims to increase LGBTQ+ representation on corporate boards; OutNEXT, the first global talent development program for emerging LGBTQ+ leaders; and OutWOMEN, connecting senior-level LGBTQ+ women in business. To learn more, please visit https://outleadership.com/
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