This report covers 17 notable companies that quietly removed dedicated DEI sections from the public SEC filings (10-Ks). Each organization has at least 1,000 employees. Chat below to find any company’s stance on DEI. Chat with the DEI Lookup Tool to find any company’s stance on DEI. The tool searches Buildremote’s DEI Tracker (with 400+ companies included) and returns any DEI-related information about the…
The phrase “diversity, equity, and inclusion” (or DEI) grew from virtually nothing in 2019 to a fast peak in 2021. But since then, DEI has given away nearly all of its gains in the workplace. This report covers 103 companies that have reduced, rolled back, or eliminated their DEI programs. Each organization has at least 1,000 employees. Full list | Downloadable spreadsheet | Notable DEI…
This research on companies reinforcing their commitment to DEI was released on January 26, 2025. The post was most recently updated on Jul 1, 2025. We first reported on companies scaling back DEI departments and policies in December 2024. We spotted a trend of companies backing away from DEI starting in 2023. However, other companies have recently reinforced their commitment to or publicly supported DEI….
This report covers 51 companies that recently posted diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) roles. These organizations… Have active DEI-related job postings (at the time of the research) Have 1,000+ employees Important note: This research is not intended for job seekers. Instead, it highlights which companies are actively maintaining their DEI policies and teams in the current landscape. Even if a listed job has been filled,…
HSBC Holdings Plc has escalated its return-to-office push, requiring all managing directors to work in the office at least four days a week starting October 2025, according to a memo first reported by Bloomberg and confirmed by the bank. The memo, reviewed by The Economic Times, urged senior leaders to “set the tone from the top” and described in-person interactions as “essential to how we…
Ogilvy, part of the WPP Group, announced a reduction of approximately 5% of its workforce (around 700 roles) and dissolved its global DEI division. The global head of DEI role was cut, with remaining staff reassigned to local functions supporting inclusion efforts. Adage covered the news. Here’s what you need to know about the change. The DEI Program At Ogilvy Department Status: Canceled Department Trend:…
Bank of Montreal (BMO) is requiring employees to return to the office four days per week starting September 15, 2025, according to a company statement published Thursday and covered by Reuters. The new policy will apply “where office space permits,” the bank clarified in its communication. BMO’s Return To Office Policy Notice Date: June 26, 2025 Start Date: September 15, 2025 New Policy: Four days…
John Paul Mitchell Systems (JPMS), the iconic hair care company behind brands like Paul Mitchell, Tea Tree, and Neuro, is relocating its corporate headquarters from Santa Clarita, California, to Wilmer, TX (in Dallas County). Texas Governor Greg Abbott officially announced the move, which is expected to create 80 new jobs and bring over $12 million in capital investment to the Dallas suburb. The company will…
Independent investment bank Canaccord Genuity will require all Canadian employees to return to the office full-time starting September 8, 2025, ending its hybrid work model. In a company-wide memo obtained by The Globe and Mail, CEO Stuart Raftus said the decision aims to strengthen client service and internal collaboration, acknowledging that the change will require adjustment. The five-day policy exceeds recent mandates from peers like…
ING has implemented a new return-to-office mandate requiring employees to work in the office at least two days per week, with one of those days falling on either a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday, per reporting from Financieele Dagblad. The Dutch banking giant is introducing the policy to strengthen collaboration, creativity, and team integration, especially for new employees. ING’s Return To Office Policy Policy Status: Active…