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May 3, 2023
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The recognition marks the fifth consecutive year DiversityInc has recognized Hershey's enterprise commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced it ranks number three on DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity annual list. The recognition is a testament to Hershey's longstanding commitment to advance diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts, which ensures the company can carve out a path where everyone – within its workforce and the communities it serves – can succeed. The candy and snack maker's latest initiatives include 'Future CEO,' 'Say Hola' and enhanced supplier diversity programs. "At Hershey, we know that diversity, equity and inclusion are key to long-term success – not just for our workforce but for the communities where we live and work," said Alicia Petross, Chief Diversity Officer, The Hershey Company. "Recognition on DiversityInc's flagship list – amongst best-in-class champions of DEI – reaffirms and fuels our commitment to advance these initiatives." Hershey's efforts are guided by The Pathways Project, the company's five-year plan to make Hershey more diverse and inclusive by bringing in a wider range of talent and perspectives, recognizing and developing talent, and showing up for consumers and communities in new ways. The company's employee-affinity program, Business Resource Groups (BRGs), are key to implementing Hershey's DEI strategy throughout the organization. "I am proud to be a part of a company which turns to employees to influence DEI strategy and ensure we're showing up in the right ways," said Regina Hughes, Latino BRG Co-Lead and Director of Finance, M&A, THX, The Hershey Company. "Within Hershey, the Latino BRG serves as an inclusive community where Latinos are empowered to be their best selves, advance their careers, and celebrate heritage and culture. Through this platform, we are able to connect Hershey to diverse communities and drive change across the business – from launching our bilingual manufacturing initiative, 'Say Hola', to informing how we recruit, engage and mentor our peers." Hershey credits this recognition to prioritizing – and investing in – its workforce and community initiatives, proactively fostering an equitable environment where employees can feel a sense of belonging. Notable results from Hershey's DEI initiatives include: In addition to be being honored on DiversityInc's flagship list, The Hershey Company was also recognized on DiversityInc's 'Top Companies' specialty lists, including: The DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity is empirically driven and based on 2022 company-submitted data in these six key areas: Leadership Accountability, Human Capital Diversity Metrics, Talent Programs, Workforce Practices, Supplier Diversity and Philanthropy. View the entire Top 50 list and specialty lists. About The Hershey Company For more than 125 years, Hershey has been committed to operating fairly, ethically and sustainably. Hershey founder, Milton Hershey, created the Milton Hershey School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on helping children succeed. To learn more visit www.thehersheycompany.com. About DiversityInc: The mission of DiversityInc is to bring education and clarity to the business benefits of diversity. The DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity list began in 2001, when many corporations were beginning to understand the business value of diversity-management initiatives. DiversityInc is a VA certified veteran-owned business and a USBLN certified business owned by a person with a disability. For more information, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn @DiversityInc. SOURCE The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company known for bringing goodness to the world through its iconic brands, remarkable people and enduring commitment to help children succeed. Hershey has nearly 20,000 employees around the world who work every day to deliver delicious, quality products. The company has more than 100 brand names in approximately 80 countries around the world that drive $10.4 billion in annual revenues, including such iconic brand names as Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat®, Jolly Rancher and Ice Breakers, and fast-growing salty snacks including SkinnyPop, Pirate's Booty and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels.
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