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Every Major CEO Stepping Down: 2020-2025

CEOs are stepping down at record-high rates.  According to a report from Russell Reynolds Associates, a record 202 CEOs of publicly traded companies exited their roles in 2024. This tracks with research by Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc.: “So far this year, [as of Dec 10, 2024] a record number of CEOs have left their roles.” Through our own primary research at Buildremote, we uncovered…

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35 Colleges & Universities Cutting DEI Programs

This is our latest research on the evolving dynamics of DEI. We’ve covered the companies ending DEI, others defending DEI, and the current DEI policies for every Fortune 100. Now, we look into the world of higher education.  In this report, we cover US colleges and universities that have reduced or eliminated their DEI programs. Full list | Downloadable spreadsheet | Laws impacting colleges |…

Part-Time vs Full-Time Cost Calculator

Use this calculator to compare the total cost of employing part-time versus full-time workers in a specific role. Enter simple details like hourly wage, benefits percentage, and hours worked to see which option is more cost-effective. How To Compare Full-Time vs. Part-Time Costs Cost Comparison Purpose This calculator helps you evaluate which staffing model offers better value for your business needs. It accounts for wage…

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Fortune 500 Return To Office Tracker [June 2025]

In this database, we keep an updated list of every publicly stated “return to office” policy for the Fortune 500 (and compile the data at the top). Use the links below to jump to a section that interests you. You can download one of two datasets here.   Or, navigate the free report using the table of contents here. Use the RTO Lookup Tool (chat…

Work From Home Stipend Calculator

Use this calculator to determine how much you should offer employees as a work-from-home (WFH) stipend. With a few quick inputs, the calculator will show you a monthly or annual WFH stipend recommendation per employee—and the total cost to your company. How To Calculate A Work From Home Stipend Work From Home Stipend Definition A work-from-home stipend is a recurring or one-time payment provided to…

76 Companies That Offer Paid Sabbaticals

Sabbaticals (or extended breaks from work) lead to “a decline in stress and an increase in psychological resources and overall well-being,” according to one study, and the “positive changes often remained long after the sabbatical.” See Also: Companies With Great Travel Benefits Breaks from work help the employee, which in turn, helps the organization. In 1977, McDonalds introduced the first well-known paid sabbatical program in the…

Verizon Ends DEI To Acquire Frontier For $20B

Verizon has officially ended its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program and team to secure regulatory approval for its $20 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications. Verizon is the eleventh Fortune 100 to end its DEI program. What is the state of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Verizon Communications? Here’s everything you need to know. The DEI Program At Verizon Communications Department Status: Canceled Department…

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Mondelez Removes DEI From Annual Report & Website

Until early 2025, Mondelez highlighted its DEI initiatives in its annual report and its DEI goals and progress on its website. By early 2025, these references were quietly removed, indicating a shift in the company’s public DEI commitments. What is the state of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Mondelez International? Here’s everything you need to know. The DEI Program At Mondelez International Department Status:…

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Qualcomm Ends DEI Department

Qualcomm, one of San Diego’s top employers, is officially ending its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) department. What is the state of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Qualcomm? Here’s everything you need to know. The DEI Program At Qualcomm Department Status: Canceled Department Trend: Shrinking Recent DEI Report: 2023 Policy Title: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Webpage: Click Here Department Head: Pooja Joshi (Head –…

BlackRock Tells Managing Directors: Return To Office Full Time

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager and #231 on the Fortune 500 list, is making a tweak to its return-to-office policy. According to the Financial Times, BlackRock is requiring all managing directors worldwide to return to the office five days per week. The policy, expected to be announced formally to staff on Thursday, impacts around 1,000 senior leaders globally.   Blackrock’s Return To Office Policy…