Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Huntington

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Corporate Policy Statement

With the changing demographics in society and evolving customer needs, we must remain intentional in how we attract, retain, and develop talent; creating a more inclusive environment that leverages diversity effectively. At Huntington, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Diversity in our workplace, community outreach, and in our suppliers/vendors is every colleague’s responsibility. As colleagues, we must model inclusive behaviors, show respect, and have an appreciation of differences.

Every colleague contributes to the organization with their own collection of talents and a multitude of experiences and dimensions of diversity. By embracing each colleague’s uniqueness, our core value of inclusion comes to life; and our commitment to inclusion is our commitment to you. We want you to feel valued, respected, and heard because we know that each of our differences adds value to the organization.

We support the fundamental principles of human rights across all our business activities. Huntington’s respect for the protection and preservation of human rights is guided by the principles set forth in the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labor Organization’s (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion reflects an understanding and acceptance of diverse points of view, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. This commitment applies to every aspect of our business, and we firmly stand against discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political opinions, speech, or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Appreciating these rich differences is how we cultivate the best ideas and develop the best innovations for making Huntington the country’s leading People-First, Digitally Powered Bank.

Steve Steinour
Chairman, President, and CEO

Donnell R. White
Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

Human Rights Statement

Huntington supports fundamental principles of human rights across all our business activities. Huntington’s respect for the protection and preservation of human rights is guided by the principles set forth in the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.

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A Culture of Inclusion

Through our Board of Directors Community Development Committee, our Executive Leadership Team, and our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Council (DEISC), we are holding ourselves accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion.

Our DEISC serves in an advisory role to ensure the alignment of diversity, equity, and inclusion, initiatives with our business goals, our corporate values and the future of Huntington. The strategy, policy and direction of our work is set by our internal stakeholders and executed by the office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and is supported at all levels of our organization.

Driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

When evaluating our strongest asset at Huntington, it always comes back to people. Learn how our commitment to inclusion creates an open, high-energy and high-performing environment, where colleagues can be their authentic selves.

Our Commitment to Affirmative Action

Our policy of affirmative action facilitates the placement of qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans at all levels of the organization. Through our affirmative action plans, we identify the good faith efforts the organization will take to achieve the appropriate representation of women and minorities in our workforce. All of our affirmative action plans include targeted research, recruitment, upward mobility initiatives, annual goals and timetables for women and minorities required by Executive Order 11246 and other federal, state and local affirmative action laws and regulations.

All managers are responsible for complying with federal affirmative action regulations. This includes complying with site-specific affirmative action plans and ensuring that there are no artificial barriers to the advancement of qualified women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities anywhere in our company. These plans are monitored by senior management and developed annually.

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Supplier Diversity

Supporting diverse businesses supports the entire business community. We are committed to economic inclusion by expanding relationships with minority-, women-, LGBT-, disabled-, and veteran-owned business enterprises (diverse). With an inclusive supplier base, we have gained a better understanding to the needs of the marketplace. Working together, we are able to contribute toward economic development, job creation and stronger communities.

If you are interested in establishing a business relationship with Huntington, please register as a new supplier to submit information about your company for consideration.

Huntington signed a Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve that pledges:

• We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-Employment Rights Act (USERRA).
• Our managers and supervisors will have the tools they need to effectively manage those employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve.
• We appreciate the values, leadership and unique skills service members bring to the workforce and will encourage opportunities to hire Guardsmen, Reservists and Veterans.
• We will continually recognize and support our country’s service members and their families in peace