Mondelēz International Inspires Inclusion

• Company leads discussions on diversity, equity and inclusion in the Philippines
• Celebrating International Women’s Month by joining Women’s Run PH

Mondelēz International, a prominent global snacks company, demonstrated its dedication to fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within and beyond its workplace by actively promoting inclusion during its Women's Month celebration activities in the Philippines. With a firm commitment to empowering women within its organization, the company aims to continually increase the presence of female leaders.

Talking, Leading, and Running for Women Empowerment

In line with its DEI initiative, Mondelēz International organized three events for its employees and stakeholders in March. The first event, titled "#InspireInclusion She-ssions," took place on March 4, 2024. It comprised a panel discussion focused on empowering women in professional settings. This gathering provided a platform for thought leaders, advocates, and professionals to exchange ideas about the crucial significance of women's empowerment in today's environment. Among the speakers were female leaders from the company's Sales and Manufacturing departments, along with external guests Audrey Dimarucot, an entrepreneur and the owner of the clothing brand googoo and gaga, and Joan Villafuerte, Vice Mayor of Parañaque City. Villafuerte shared her perspectives on women's roles in government and strategies for promoting inclusion nationally. As Mondelēz International has been headquartered in Parañaque City for the past 61 years, the company values its leaders' insights on advancing DEI initiatives.

“The more that people are invited, the more they are involved and the more that they follow policy,” shared Vice Mayor Villafuerte. “For me that is inclusion. It means empowering people to speak up, empowering people to participate, and making them realize that they are part of government.”

In a significant stride towards inclusion, the Company welcomed its first Filipino Woman Managing Director in 15 years: Aleli Arcilla. This milestone not only underscores the Company's commitment to promoting female leadership but also exemplifies the tangible strides towards gender parity within its ranks.

Arcilla was recently herself a panelist during the second event, the “Building Inclusive Workplaces” session hosted by the Makati Business Club last March 1, 2024. "At Mondelez Philippines, we understand that diversity fuels creativity, equity promotes fairness, and inclusion fosters belonging,” said Arcilla “These principles are not just aspirational; they are integral to our workplace culture and essential for driving long-term success in an ever-evolving snacks industry."

In addition to these discussions, Mondelēz International sought to show woman power by participating in a third event, the Filipina CEO Circle (FCC) Women's Run PH, further demonstrating its solidarity with the broader movement towards gender equality. Twenty women employees joined the run, proof that women are strong and ready to take on the world. The runners were from different departments, from Finance, Marketing, Sales, HR, and Logistics and was also part of the Company’s wellbeing initiatives.

Calling Women Leaders to the Front

Mondelēz International proudly boasts a leadership composition comprising 69% women, indicative of its steadfast dedication to providing equal opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. In alignment with its broader commitment to Economic Inclusion and Supplier Diversity (EISD), the Company also collaborates with women-owned businesses within its supply chain. Through training and empowerment sessions, the goal of the engagement is to help support the growth of these businesses.

Through these initiatives and achievements, Mondelēz International reaffirms its steadfast commitment to fostering a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, champions equity, and ensures the inclusion of all voices.