How Belonging Grows Our Business:

At P&G, our people are our greatest strength. We understand that a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and respected, is good for our employees and our company. It inspires innovation, enables our employees to perform at their best, and accelerates our growth by winning with consumers.

Our ability to understand and reflect the different needs of our consumers through superior products stems from the unique perspectives that our employees bring to the workplace. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work, where different experiences are celebrated, and where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential, knowing their contributions are valued. At the center of this are the inspirational leaders who create great employee experiences and help spark innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of everyone we serve.

We’re celebrating four of these exceptional individuals who exemplify our commitment to inclusion and help our company create a sense of belonging as part of how we do business. These award-winning leaders have a proven track record of leading with curiosity and courage, serving our consumers with superior solutions tailored to their needs, and harnessing our employees’ unique talents to strengthen our work and drive business growth.

Get to know them and learn about their inspiring journeys:

Lina — Building a More Inclusive Global Ecosystem

Lina, a leader in our global Beauty business, truly embodies our expansive view of Equality & Inclusion (E&I). She has not only fostered an environment of trust and belonging within P&G, but also championed supplier diversity, significantly contributing to P&G’s 50-year Best Total Value procurement strategy, which enables us to access the broadest pool of suppliers and build a supply chain ecosystem that is competitive, innovative, resilient, and agile.

Her dedication extends to her work empowering women entrepreneurs through initiatives like the Sustainable Guar Initiative in India, which has expanded economic opportunity for women farmers. Lina’s leadership reflects how inclusive practices – both within and beyond our walls – can serve as a driver of economic and community impact, helping build more inclusive communities around the world.

Dario — Innovating E&I Education for All

Dario has played an important role in strengthening learning and development across P&G. As a regional leader for MARC (Mutual Accountability, Real Change), Dario worked with our partner Catalyst to provide employees with a comprehensive educational program that engages men as full partners and advocates in advancing gender equality.

During the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dario developed the Virtual Dialogues, adapting a live session format into a virtual setting that made meaningful conversations on inclusion and belonging accessible to thousands of P&G leaders and people managers across Europe. His innovative spirit and personal commitment have shifted how people experience belonging at P&G, inspiring others and unlocking performance across the region. Dario’s leadership exemplifies how learning and understanding can build stronger connections and move our culture forward.

Ilonka — Empowering Teams for Growth and Innovation

Ilonka embodies the spirit of empowering unique perspectives to drive success in our global Personal Health Care business. She has consistently championed building strong, inclusive teams and cultivates an entrepreneurial environment where psychological safety enables everyone to contribute and grow.

Ilonka’s dedication goes beyond creating a positive atmosphere; it directly translates into tangible outcomes. By building agile, global brand teams that deeply understand regional consumer needs and nuances, she has developed innovative solutions that unlock new consumer groups and propel our Personal Health Care business forward. Ilonka's approach enhances both team development and business performance, showing that P&G's business thrives by supporting our people.

Raymond — Cultivating Community to Inspire Disability Confidence

Raymond, P&G’s Global Ambassador for Employees with Disabilities and Medical Conditions, has transformed lives within our company by leading with empathy and sharing his own story. Drawing from his unique journey and experiences, Raymond courageously shares his perspective, fostering openness and understanding while inspiring others to embrace their authentic selves at work.

By establishing 15 employee support groups and spearheading initiatives to improve workplace accommodations, Raymond has helped create a more psychologically safe and accessible environment where employees feel seen, heard, and supported, allowing everyone to contribute openly and genuinely. Raymond’s impact helps make P&G a stronger, more empathetic, and more insightful company.

Belonging Drives Our Success

These stories are just a glimpse into the work being done by our inspirational leaders and employees around the world. Because of their dedication, inclusion and belonging are woven into the fabric of our culture, empowering our people to:

• Innovate for Everyone: An inclusive environment fosters creativity and encourages employees to develop groundbreaking solutions that meet all our consumers’ unique needs.
• Grow Their Careers: When employees feel supported and valued, they're motivated to perform at their best, driving both career and business success.
• Make a Meaningful Impact: Our commitment to E&I extends beyond our walls – through our brands and with our partners in the communities where we live and work to better serve our consumers around the world.

We believe that a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued, is key to unlocking business growth and driving innovation, and we're continuing to build a future where everyone belongs at P&G.

Learn more about P&G's Equality & Inclusion efforts, how our people inspire our culture of belonging and innovation, and join us on the journey.