Alstom has achieved significant success in its Canadian operations, while continuing its global leadership in smart and sustainable mobility. The company has proven its commitment to creating an inclusive business culture by receiving the Parity Certificate from Women in Governance for 2024. This award reflects Alstom’s continuous efforts to create an environment that promotes diversity and equality, shaping the future of sustainable mobility.
The Power of Diversity and the Importance of Inclusion
Alstom’s achievement of the Parity Certificate is a testament to the company’s commitment to diversity. Michael Keroulle, President and CEO of Alstom Americas, said that the company’s diversity is its greatest strength and that this diversity aims to create a culture where all employees can thrive and build the future of sustainable mobility. This philosophy applies to the company’s operations in Canada, where it aims to create an inclusive work environment by providing equal opportunities to all employees.
“With this Parity Certificate, Alstom Canada continues its commitment to strengthening a culture of inclusivity and enabling every individual to maximize their potential,” said Keroulle, emphasizing Alstom’s diverse culture.
Certification Process and Evaluation Criteria
When Alstom first joined the Parity Certification process, the company’s performance went through a rigorous assessment process. The certification program evaluates participants on three main dimensions: Governance and Vision, Collective Enablers and Results. This process involved a detailed analysis of Alstom Canada’s governance, policies, practices, programs and culture, with support from global consulting firms such as Accenture, Mercer and WTW. In addition, assessments were made on a number of key metrics, from recruitment processes to talent development.
Alstom's achievement of this certification demonstrates the company's commitment to gender equality in the industry and its sustainable steps towards creating a more inclusive workplace.
Special Programs for Women Leaders
Alstom does not only consider diversity as a theoretical goal at its Canadian sites, but also makes it concrete with leadership and mentoring programs specifically designed for female leaders and senior managers. These programs provide opportunities for greater representation of women in leadership roles and enable employees to develop their careers in a sustainable way. The company aims to build a more equitable and innovative future by increasing the presence of women in the workforce.
Equity and Sustained Investment
Caroline Codsi, Founder and Chief Equality Officer of Women in Governance, said Alstom’s achievement is a significant step in a male-dominated industry. “Achieving Silver Level Parity Certification™ represents Alstom’s strong commitment to moving forward resolutely towards equality,” Codsi said. The award is the result of a process where Alstom has not only paid lip service to equality, but has also made a deep commitment and ongoing investment in it.
Alstom's Steps for the Future
As Alstom continues to promote diversity and inclusion at its Canadian facilities, this achievement is an important part of the company’s global inclusive business culture. Alstom aims to bring sustainable mobility and diversity together, maximizing the potential of every individual in its workforce. The Parity Certificate is an important step towards achieving these goals. This achievement reinforces Alstom’s leadership in the sector and demonstrates its commitment to creating value for all stakeholders.
