Union Pacific Showcases DE&I Leadership: Pay Equity, Majority-diverse Board

OMAHA, Neb., March 7, 2023

OMAHA, Neb., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Pacific Railroad today announced it received third-party validation of pay equity for women and people of color and that its board of directors is now majority-diverse – steps underscoring the railroad's commitment as an industry leader in diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I). The announcements are included in Union Pacific's second annual We Are One report, published today, which highlights Union Pacific's strategy for creating a diverse workforce while remaining steadfast in its vision of building America.  

"Union Pacific is committed to supporting the transition to a more sustainable future, one that fosters diverse and inclusive environments, provides innovative economic solutions, pursues clean air and plentiful water supplies, and improves the quality of life for everyone," said Beth Whited, executive vice president – Sustainability and Strategy, and Chief Human Resource Officer. "The achievements highlighted in the report showcase our efforts to create an attractive workplace that inspires current employees to build fulfilling careers and attracts new team members."

Union Pacific continues to prioritize diversifying its workforce by doubling its representation among women by 2030. Pay equity is an important part of attracting and retaining talent at a time when U.S. Census data is still reporting full-time working women earn 83 cents to every dollar earned by men.  

Knowing that inclusive leadership starts at the top, Union Pacific's board of directors became majority diverse at 60% for the first time in 2022. It is the result of deliberate steps to ensure the company's leadership reflects the evolving representation of the railroad's workforce and communities where employees live and work.

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