Inclusion

Southwire’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) mission is to build a culture that recognizes and celebrates the value of diverse backgrounds, equity in opportunity, and inclusivity in action. This mission is driven by seven areas of focus: employee resource groups, inclusive recruiting, talent development, suppliers, giving back, advocacy and external partnerships.

To learn more about Southwire’s DEI mission and initiatives, visit https://southwire.com/dei.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Southwire Announces Placement on America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women List
Southwire announced on March 10 that it has been named one of Newsweek’s “Greatest Workplaces for Women” for the second year in a row, reinforcing the company’s ongoing commitment to building an inclusive workplace where all team members can grow and thrive.

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Southwire CEO Receives 2025 Pioneer Award
In recognition of his relentless dedication to the company’s values and his focus on ensuring Southwire is an extraordinary place to work, Southwire’s President and CEO, Rich Stinson, was recently recognized with the 2025 Pioneer Award.

Diversity & Inclusion

Southwire Launches Third Annual Inclusion Report
In its 75th year, Southwire launches the third annual Inclusion Report highlighting their progress and commitments.

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Southwire Named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2025 Ranking by Newsweek
As an extraordinary place to work for more than 9,000 team members worldwide, Southwire is proud to announce its recognition as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2025 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

Diversity & Inclusion

Southwire’s Second Annual Inclusion Report Highlights Commitment to Inclusion and Generational Sustainability
Southwire, North America’s leading wire and cable company, is proud to announce the release of its second annual inclusion report. The 2023 report highlights Southwire’s continued leadership in our industry, within the organization and in the communities where it operates.

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Southwire Named Top Diversity Employer by DiversityJobs
Southwire is proud to announce that it has achieved a spot on the list of Top Diversity Employers by DiversityJobs.com for the fifth year in a row. Southwire is one of only 26 companies in the Manufacturing and R&D category to top the list in 2024.

Diversity & Inclusion

Southwire Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces 2024 for Diversity
Southwire is proud to have been named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, reflecting the company’s dedication to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for its employees.

Diversity & Inclusion

All Hands on Deck: Southwire Participates in 2023 Women in Manufacturing Summit
Attracting hundreds of manufacturing professionals from around the country, the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) Summit is the only national conference of its kind.

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The Power of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Southwire Releases First DEI Report and Updates Website With New Mission Statement and Areas of Focus
Southwire’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) goes beyond what happens in the workplace and extends into the communities in which its team members work and live across its entire footprint.

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Nancy Richards Farese To Be Inducted Into the 2023 Class of the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame
Southwire is proud to celebrate Nancy Richards Farese, board member, shareholder and daughter of Southwire founder, Roy Richards Sr., who has been named as one of 10 outstanding women leaders who make up the 2023 class of Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame inductees.

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