JOHANNESBURG (News release) -- Sappi North America is pleased to announce that Sappi Limited has been ranked 7th globally and is one of only four South African firms recognized in the 2024 list of World's Top Companies for Women by Forbes Magazine and Statista.
This prestigious listing evaluates employer brand, public opinion, and leadership scores, gathered from approximately 100,000 interviews conducted across 37 countries. Companies were assessed on various criteria, including general workplace practices and gender-specific issues such as gender pay equity, management's response to female discrimination concerns, and equal opportunities for advancement for both men and women. Additionally, the ranking considered women's perceptions of the companies regarding gender equality and the percentage of women in leadership positions.
"I am extremely proud of these listings," said Sappi Limited CEO Steve Binnie. "These external recognitions reflect our efforts in employee engagement, acknowledging the critical role of women in our industry, attracting and retaining top talent, implementing our Thrive strategy, and taking tangible actions to enhance our sustainability performance."
The recognition as a top company for women follows earlier recognition for Sappi in the 2024 list of World's Best Employers by Forbes Magazine and Statista (position 483); and in the TIME Magazine and Statista's list of the World's Best Companies for 2024 (623).
"Sappi North America has been a leader for decades in providing opportunities for women in an industry that has been traditionally dominated by men," said Sappi North America CEO Mike Haws. "Nearly half of the executives on our leadership team are women. Women are leading on the factory floor as well as key positions within the organization including Sustainability, R&D, Engineering, Human resources, Legal, R&D, Finance and Sales and Marketing."
