Prysmian Group Diversity & Inclusion Push Strengthens People Strategy
On May 12, 2021, Prysmian Group announced a renewed Prysmian Group diversity & inclusion push to support its 28,000 employees worldwide. The Group now links part of managers’ variable pay to clear gender‑balance targets, so diversity and inclusion become measurable business priorities.
New Global Steering Committee for the Prysmian Group Diversity & Inclusion Push
To highlight the strategic role of gender and cultural diversity, Prysmian created a Global Diversity & Inclusion Steering Committee. This team sets D&I objectives at each organizational level and then supports concrete actions that turn those goals into daily practice.
The Committee also promotes cultural change so inclusion grows across the workplace. Aysun Kalmik, Human Resources Director for Prysmian Turkey, serves as Leader, while Prasha Sarwate, Product Development Manager at the Lincoln (Rhode Island) plant, acts as Deputy Leader.
Clear 2022 Gender Targets and Linked Incentives
Prysmian set specific D&I goals to improve gender balance by 2022:
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Raise women’s share of new white‑collar permanent hires to 40% (up from 34% in 2020 and 30% in 2016).
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Increase the percentage of women managers (from junior to top roles) from 21.9% to 25%.
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Grow female representation in executive positions from 6% in 2016 to 18% in 2022.
The Group also introduced key indicators, including safety metrics, in all 104 plants worldwide. It then embedded these D&I parameters in its sustainability objectives and tied them directly to variable remuneration for company managers.
Global eNclusion Week: Five Days of Digital D&I Dialogues
Prysmian’s first Global eNclusion Week runs from 17 to 21 May as a five‑day digital event. The program includes online panels and workshops that show why diverse and inclusive workplaces create better outcomes.
The agenda focuses on four main themes: Gender Diversity, Diversity & Inclusion in all its forms, Inclusive Culture in the workplace and Generational D&I. The week opens on 14 May with remarks from Fabrizio Rutschmann, Chief HR Officer, followed by speakers such as Valerio Battista, Mimi Kung, Eric Rondolat, Sabrina Ritossa Fernandez, Maria Cristina Bifulco and Massimo Battaini.
Inclusive, International Participation and Business Impact
Global eNclusion Week brings together an international and multicultural community for one week of open events. Speakers from different industries and backgrounds share best practices, and employees gain practical ideas they can apply in their own teams.
Fabrizio Rutschmann notes that Prysmian treats gender, age and cultural diversity as a business necessity rather than a slogan. Because the Group works with customers, suppliers and shareholders from many cultures, it needs an inclusive environment that encourages dialogue and strengthens corporate culture.
Side by Side: Prysmian’s Ongoing D&I Platform
Prysmian believes that each person’s background, leadership style and attitude can create value. Its global footprint helps the company promote an inclusive environment and build a strong shared identity.
The Side by Side program serves as Prysmian’s core D&I platform. Through this initiative, the Group launches projects, training and communication that embed Diversity & Inclusion across regions and functions, so employees feel understood, respected and included.
About Prysmian Group
Prysmian Group leads the global energy and telecom cable systems industry. The company has nearly 140 years of experience, annual sales of about €10 billion, around 28,000 employees in over 50 countries and 104 plants. It serves high‑tech markets with a wide range of products, services, technologies and know‑how.
