Hearst’s Corporate Teams create programs and services for the entire organization. Encompassing finance, technology, talent strategy, learning & development, legal, communications & public affairs, employee benefits and more, these groups focus on initiatives that reinforce Hearst’s most important values.
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Neurodiversity @ Hearst
Recognizing cognitive diversity as part of its commitment to inclusion, Hearst is rolling out a suite of efforts including Neurodiversity@Hearst —a 15-week apprenticeship pilot for neurodivergent talent, including individuals with autism and ADHD. By enhancing neuroinclusive hiring and managerial practices, Hearst embraces how diverse cognitive perspectives enrich the workplace and foster innovation. Hearst also offers all colleagues free access to Joshin, a support system for disability and neurodivergence in the workplace through personalized navigation, live coaching and self-guided digital programs.
PEOPLE & PURPOSE
“I proposed MyHEARST for the name of our portal, because that is how I felt … everywhere I went, everyone was so proud to be a part of Hearst.”
Ganesh Balasubramanian
Director, Strategic Procurement
Hearst Service Center
benefits
Inclusive Benefits
At the core of Hearst's culture is a shared belief that the best work comes from fostering an environment of inclusion and diversity, and Hearst is committed to doing everything it can to make all colleagues and their loved ones feel included and supported — especially in the benefits Hearst offers. The holistic health and wellness of all colleagues is the company’s priority, and it offers industry-leading benefits to support their physical, financial, emotional and family wellbeing. The company is at its best when colleagues are at theirs. Recognizing the diverse needs of colleagues, Hearst emphasizes prevention, health maintenance and tailored care solutions, stability and mental wellness resources, comprehensive family building benefits, financial support and seminars on a range of topics, from preparing for retirement to allyship and managing trauma.
events
Hearst Corporate’s programming allows colleagues to engage with and impact their communities.
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Hearst RISE Leaders Summit
Hearst hosts a bi-annual RISE Leaders Summit in May and December gathering 100+ employee resource group leaders. The summit equips ERG leaders with the skills needed to develop effective strategies so their groups can thrive.
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Hearst Conversations
The In Conversation With series invites a diverse array of thought leaders to share their perspectives with colleagues. In 2023, the series welcomed fashion designer Christian Siriano, Saturday Night Live actress Ego Nwodim, actor and author Kal Penn, Founding Executive Director of the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund Brent Leggs, Tony Award-winning actress and author Ali Stroker, among many others, for important discussions with Hearst colleagues.
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Pride
Hearst was thrilled to be a part of the 2023 NYC Pride March. LGBTQ+ ERGs from across Hearst Television, Newspapers, Fitch and Magazines gathered to walk the parade and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Joined by thousands of other supporters, Hearst colleagues marched in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising.
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Hearst Charlotte DE&I
Hearst’s DE&I team in Charlotte, North Carolina, organizes impactful events and programming that emphasize the importance of community building and giving back, including celebrating influential women at Hearst with panels featuring Soledad O’Brien and Lori Waldon.
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ART.NOW.2023
Hearst is extending its ongoing exploration and appreciation of new thoughts, new visions and new realities by regularly exhibiting a diverse group of today’s working artists from across the U.S. in the Hearst Galleries.
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RISE Pop-Up CAFE57 Integrations
Hearst has made it a priority to introduce and promote products from a diverse group of founders to colleagues through pop-up events, spotlights in its CONNEX colleague newsletter and in CAFE57 at Hearst Tower, which has a broad range of products available for sale.
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Guest Chefs
Hearst is honored to regularly host talented guest chefs at Hearst Tower to share dishes from multiple cultures and traditions. In 2023, the company welcomed Hari Nayak, Huascar Aquino, DeVonn Francis, Kathleen O’Brien Price and many others.
programs
The T. Howard Foundation
Since 2017, Hearst has partnered with the T. Howard Foundation, a nonprofit organization committed to increasing diversity in the media industry. For eight weeks every summer, more than 25 paid interns work across all Hearst businesses and participate in programming to gain real-world experience, skills and mentorship from Hearst colleagues.
partners
Hearst engages with public and private partners to further its DE&I mission.
awards
Hearst is proud to be recognized as an employer who puts diversity at the heart of its operations and its award-winning content.
A+E Networks
A+E Networks is passionately committed to building an inclusive and high-impact culture that inspires creativity, collaboration, coordination, accountability and trust. The Diversity Report aims to promote transparency and accountability as the company moves forward on this journey.
A+E Networks is a joint venture of Disney-ABC Television Group and Hearst.
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4UV
4UV is a new channel that makes space for an intersectional community. At 4UV, stories are bold, relevant and meaningful.
