Avangrid’s DEI and HR Leadership Teams Launch New Effort Following Elevation of Direct Reporting to CEO
Launch “Listen, Understand and Enable” conversations with leaders to continue fostering an Avangrid with everyone, that benefits everyone
Avangrid’s commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workplace has led to significant advancements over the past years and set the standard for the energy sector
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Pictured (left to right): Kay Johnson, John O’Neil, Raquel Mercado, Pedro Azagra, Tina Ullmann, and Ignacio Estella (Photo: Business Wire)
“At Avangrid, we are fortunate to have leaders who are not only exceptionally skilled but also deeply committed to continuous improvement,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO. “Our recent leadership meeting at our headquarters reinforced my belief that we have the right team in place to continue delivering excellence and to navigate any challenges ahead. As a proud member of the Iberdrola Group, we see DEI as fundamental to our success. I look forward to hearing the insights from our ‘Listen, Enable and Understand’ discussions on how we can continue improving Avangrid for all.”
“One of the most important responsibilities I have in my role is to listen,” said Estella. “By speaking with leaders from across Avangrid, we will gather feedback from every corner of our businesses. These insights will ensure that we are leading by outcomes to enable an Avangrid with everyone, that benefits everyone.”
“These sessions are critical to better understand the strengths, barriers and opportunities for growth, and to move forward into our future with a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organization,” said Liberna Charles, senior vice president of Talent Management and DEI.
Avangrid’s continuing commitment to DEI efforts has led to significant advancements over the past years and set the standard for the energy sector. Energy is one of the least gender diverse sectors in the global economy. According to an S&P Global Commodity Insights analysis of publicly traded companies in the
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