Diversity, equity and inclusion remain at the heart of Nationwide’s culture. The company is committed to creating a workplace where all voices are respected and celebrated.Recently, Fortune and Seramount again named Nationwide a top company for …

Confidence. Connections. Dreams. Those are the things participants in Nationwide’s Financial Services Professional Apprenticeship program with Columbus City Schools and Columbus State Community College say they’ve gained from working at …

Mentorship plays a critical role in both attracting and developing talent, especially in underrepresented groups, according to data from Nationwide’s R.I.S.E. Research1.  The study found that, mentors are widely believed to be an essential …

As the driving force behind countless efforts to increase diversity, equity and inclusion, Kristi Rodriguez has been recognized again for bringing real change to the financial services industry.Rodriguez’s advocacy efforts were honored at the Excell …

Two years ago, the founders of the Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE) had a mission: to increase racial diversity, drive greater equity and foster inclusion within the financial services industry and the communities served.  Recently, …

At the WealthManagement.com 2022 Industry Awards (the “Wealthies”), Nationwide Financial was recognized for its excellence in diversity equity and inclusion and income solutions.Diversity Equity and Inclusion Award – Diverse Markets …

Kristi Rodriguez has a passion for increasing racial diversity, driving greater equity and fostering inclusion within the financial service industry. As senior vice president of Nationwide Retirement Institute®, Rodriguez has been the driving force …

From the first day that Amelia Gandara and Sophie Shen started working at Nationwide, it was clear that inclusivity and a commitment to success for multicultural women was a priority for their employer. “As soon as I joined Nationwide four …

“Many people in diverse communities exist in survival mode and lack financial literacy. My goal is to help people in these communities understand how they can use their hard-earned money to thrive and live a more fulfilling life,” said Jaunell …

As catalysts for change in the insurance and financial services business, Nationwide executives Vinita Clements and Eric Stevenson were recently named to Savoy magazine’s 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America list. Their …

The core tenet of workplace inclusivity is that if you value people, their belonging matters.  “Whether learning how to be a better ally or connecting with fellow employees, a workplace where authenticity is valued is critical,” said …

A Texas icon and a driving force behind the movement to make Juneteenth a federal holiday wants everyone to know that they can make a difference in their communities. Opal Lee, a nationally recognized community activist who is known as the …

Kristi Rodriguez, Senior Vice President of Nationwide Retirement Institute recalls reaching out in September 2020 to historically black colleges about working with a new partnership dubbed the Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE). “The …

The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity’s (FARE) progress in executing its mission to grow the number of diverse professionals entering and advancing in the financial services industry has led it to win the Diversity Champion Award at the …

Nearly 90% of Black college students considering a financial services career report they believe there are challenges that specifically affect Black advisors and financial professionals in the industry today, according to research conducted by the …

Women’s History Month is an important time to step back and recognize women’s contributions to history, culture and society.Nationwide leaders, recognizing the women and allies who have helped elevate, empower and enable them, are reflecting this …

What does it mean to be an ally? The word is being used a lot to signal support of diversity initiatives, but it’s often not well defined.Savvy Ladies, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through financial literacy, highlighted the meaning of …

Nationwide was recognized not once, but twice, this year for fostering a culture where women know they can grow and be successful.Seramount placed Nationwide on its Top 75 Companies for Executive Women list, which recognizes corporations that have …

The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE) was honored as part of ThinkAdvisor’s Luminaries class of 2021 at a Nov. 9 awards event in New York.The ThinkAdvisor Luminary Awards honors individuals and firms that are taking the most creative and …

The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE) is proud to have served as a sponsor of the Diversitas Symposium on November 3rd at Akron University. Representatives of four FARE member organizations served as panelists at the event aimed at helping …

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a Congressionally-enacted observance that recognizes the accomplishments of those with disabilities whose work strengthens businesses and the economy.At Columbus, Ohio-based Nationwide, the …

Taking part in a series of national, local, and internal company events, Nationwide is celebrating the achievements and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx American champions and cultures as part of National Hispanic …

Seramount (formerly Working Mother Media) revealed its annual list of the 2021 100 Best Companies, representing almost four million employees in the United States. This year’s winners are focusing on inclusive benefits for families, including paid …

Partnership between Nationwide, Columbus City Schools and Columbus State designed to attract and develop Columbus City high school grads who may never have considered financial servicesFinancial Services Professional Apprenticeship Program welcomes …

The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity was honored with a Diversity Champion Award at the Investment News Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards event in New York on September 21. The awards strive to identify and celebrate …

Columbus, OH – Leaders charged with recruiting the next generation of talent to the financial services industry face two distinct challenges in today’s competitive job market: attracting young people who may have never considered a career in …

National business magazine Fortune announced Sept. 16 that Nationwide is among the country’s top workplaces for women.In its annual rankings of best large U.S. employers for women, Fortune ranked Nationwide at 35. The magazine, which published the …

Nationwide stood out among the best of the best at the 2021 WealthManagement.com Industry Awards on Sept. 9. The company was recognized with awards for excellence in marketing and diversity equity and inclusion.Asset Managers: Digital Marketing …

The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE) was honored at the prestigious WealthManagment.com industry Awards on Sept. 9. FARE took top honors in the Asset Manager: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion category.FARE was formed in late 2020 when a …