"Our differences are our strength. True innovation requires diversity. A diverse workforce provides us with a continual flow of fresh ideas, viewpoints and outlooks making us a stronger organization." Stan Askren, President & CEO

At HNI, we believe our focus on diversity and looking for more ways to be a truly inclusive organization-one that makes full use of the contributions of all members-is not just a nice idea, it is good business sense that yields greater productivity and competitive advantage. In anticipation of a more diverse environment and workforce, we have embarked on a Diversity Initiative to prepare for this change. Here are a few of the diversity initiatives in progress.

• Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Training
• Attracting and retaining a highly talented diverse workforce
• Mentoring Programs
• Commitment to Community Involvement and Sponsored Events
• Celebrating International Holidays
• College Campus Diversity Groups

Diversity Defined:

Diversity is defined broadly as all the ways in which we differ.  This definition contains the obvious differences such as race, gender, age, language, nationality, disability and includes the subtle differences such as education, ethnicity, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, career experience, personality and business segment.