Why is Diversity important to Ashland?
Ashland is a global company. Diversity helps promote the exchange of ideas in the workplace. Having employees with many differences gives Ashland a unique perspective and problem-solving skills that help us compete better in the global marketplace. Research clearly shows that companies with diverse workforces outperform those that are not diverse.
As Ashland continues to expand operations globally, our workforce must be able to work effectively across cultural, demographic and geographical boundaries. Having diverse work teams promote improved creativity and innovation enabling Ashland to compete in the global marketplace, improving financial performance. Research clearly shows that companies with diverse workforces outperform those that are not diverse.