Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

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Living our Values

At Pathward, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) to meet the dynamic needs of our workforce and business. We aim to cultivate an environment where every employee is embraced and recognized for their unique contributions in serving our clients, partners, and the communities we serve.

Pathward's commitment to DEIB starts with our employees. They inspire our organization to further educate and foster environments that raise awareness and create mutual understanding of our differences and similarities. From Employee Resource Groups to driving economic mobility in the communities where we work, Pathward is building a place where inclusivity is expected and prioritized.

48%

Women who are people leaders

Number of generations represented at Pathward

Percentage of racial/ethnic minority people leaders

Employee Resource Groups

Pathward’s employee resource groups (ERGs) connect our employees across the country. They build and strengthen communities of ERG members and allies and develop the next generation of leaders. In addition to elevating employee voices and providing connections, ERGs help build individual and enterprise awareness, action, and accountability in making our workplace and business more diverse and inclusive. Every Pathward ERG is open to all employees, and more than 30% of employees participate in at least one of our ERGs.

BELIEVE supports the cultivation of an inclusive work environment and helps foster professional networking and development opportunities for Pathward’s employees of the African diaspora and their allies.

The Military Veterans Network supports and serves our employees who are military veterans and their families, as well as allies.

The Network of Women empowers women throughout Pathward who are seeking professional and personal growth, and to encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace and our communities.

Pride Pact aims to provide employees with professional skills and resources to use in the workplace and in their daily lives to better understand and accept the LGBTQ+ community.

SCALE focuses on driving employee engagement through coordinated volunteer events and facilitating local engagement.

Wellness aims to find the harmony between the dimensions of wellness, encourages one another to be good stewards of our health, and become the best version of ourselves.

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Employee-focused, employee-led

DEI Curriculum

We strive to foster a culture where each employee feels safe and has a sense of belonging - and learning is a foundational start to facilitate achieving that. Employees at all levels of the company can participate in a DEIB curriculum that provides regular educational and training opportunities around topics such as inclusive leadership, implicit bias, and how to be an ally or advocate.

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Recognitions, Commitments and Affiliations

Great Place to Work 2023
CEO Action Pledge
American Bankers Association
National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)
America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023, Ranked by Newsweek
America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023, Ranked by Newsweek
America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families 2023, Ranked by Newsweek
America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2023, Ranked by Newsweek

“As a purpose-driven company, we rely on the diversity of thoughts, viewpoints, culture, and experiences of our employees to create solutions for individuals and businesses to help them reach the next stage of their financial journey.”

Brett Pharr

Chief Executive Officer

“Our goal is for DEIB to become so ingrained in our culture that it’s simply considered part of who we are and what we do.”

Anthony Sharett

President

“Without the support of all employees, our program cannot be successful. I’m thankful for my Pathward colleagues and their enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Our work is making a difference in many lives, and that is a testament to Pathward’s ongoing commitment to DEIB and the communities we serve.”

Natonya Harbison

Director, DEI & Community Impact

Brett Pharr
Anthony Sharett
Natonya Harbison

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