Diversity and Inclusion

Patrick Colvin, Head of Talent and Diversity, Societe Generale Americas, was recently named as one of the Notable HR Leaders by Crain’s New York Business.  The list recognizes HR professionals from across a wide range of industries based in the New York metropolitan area who have made transformative and innovative impacts in their firms. 

Congratulations to Societe Generale Americas employee Monica De Martin for the recognition of her pro bono work with the Volunteers of Legal Service. She has been named to the 2022 Dean’s List which recognizes exceptional service and making an impact in helping VOLS’ clients.

Learn about Mehdi Zouhairi Bernoussi, one of our IT experts, as he shares his career path within SG.

Green energy, a $15/hr minimum wage, ending the filibuster, and reconciliation are currently on the wish list for the Democratic-controlled Senate. Before winning approval and overcoming objections from the Republican party, Democrats must first win over Senator Joe Manchin, the Democratic Senator from the state of West Virginia. To date, he has been key in...

Want to know how Diversity & Inclusion is embedded in the fabric of everything we do? Hear more from our employees about their experiences.

Want to know how Diversity & Inclusion is embedded in the fabric of everything we do? Hear more from our employees about their experiences.

Want to know how Diversity & Inclusion is embedded in the fabric of everything we do? Hear more from our employees about their experiences.

Want to know how Diversity & Inclusion is embedded in the fabric of everything we do? Hear more from our employees about their experiences.

Want to know how Diversity & Inclusion is embedded in the fabric of everything we do? Hear more from our employees about their experiences.

Want to know how Diversity & Inclusion is embedded in the fabric of everything we do? Hear more from our employees about their experiences.

Claire Calmejane, Societe Generale’s Chief Innovation Officer, spoke with Bala Ayyar, Chief Data Officer, Societe Generale Americas, on International Women’s Day about her career in finance and technology as a woman and how digital and data overlap at Societe Generale.

Strengthening its commitment to those who serve our country, Societe Generale Americas and its Veterans Network sponsored a table at the Student Veterans of America National Convention (NATCON), the largest annual gathering of student veterans in the country.

Societe Generale Americas is promoting "The Power of Allies" in October as part of what we call “Diversity Month”, a reminder of the positive impact a diverse workforce can have on a company and society.

There were smiles around the room when entertainer and activist Peppermint performed at the Societe Generale Americas New York office in June. It was a fun celebration of Pride month, but it was also an illustration of the bank's efforts to build on an environment where people can be comfortable and authentic in who they are.

The Societe Generale Americas Veterans Network, in partnership with Women Veterans On Wall Street (wVOWS), hosted The Time is Now, a panel discussion that is part of the Women Leadership Series.

We are celebrating Pride by encouraging our employees to bring their true self to work and promoting an inclusive workplace for all. As part of our efforts, we have introduced a unique Reverse Mentoring Program where LGBTQ employees mentor our straight allies including senior members of the bank. The program is fun, engaging, informative and most of all, it...

In commemoration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, members of Societe Generale Americas Asian Professional Network shared what the month means to them.

While there are over 20 million people in the US with a disability, this group has historically been overlooked as a component of diversity. DiverseAbilities – the Societe Generale Americas Employee Resource Group (ERG) for employees with disabilities and parents of children with special needs or differing abilities –  seeks to overcome this lack of visibility...

Societe Generale Americas employees discuss bringing their true selves to work.

The Americas Women’s Network (AWN), the Employee Resource Group for women at Societe Generale Americas, is looking for a few good men – more than a few, in fact – to become formal allies.

In commemoration of Black History Month, members of Societe Generale Americas Black Leadership Network (BLN) shared their insights on a variety of topics, such as their own experiences in the financial services industry and their observations on how the industry can improve opportunities for black professionals. The fourth interview in this series is with...

In commemoration of Black History Month, members of Societe Generale Americas's Black Leadership Network (BLN) shared their insights on a variety of topics, such as their own experiences in the financial services industry and their observations on how the industry can improve opportunities for black professionals. The third interview in this series is with...

In commemoration of Black History Month, members of Societe Generale Americas's Black Leadership Network (BLN) shared their insights on a variety of topics, such as their own experiences in the financial services industry and their observations on how the industry can improve opportunities for black professionals. The second interview in this series is with...

In commemoration of Black History Month, members of the Societe Generale US Black Leadership Network (BLN) share their insights on a variety of topics, such as their own experiences in the financial services industry and their observations on how the industry can improve opportunities for black professionals. The first interview in this series is with Nicole...

As part of our Diversity Month, we spoke to our employees about the importance of diversity and inclusion at Societe Generale. Watch this video to hear our employees speak about what diversity means to them, and how we can all contribute to the bigger picture of creating a more inclusive work environment.

It's easy for many in the corporate world to get caught up in diversity buzzwords. But the reality is that for today's companies to compete and succeed, it is a necessity - and it goes well beyond a feel-good marketing story.

Reverse mentoring usually brings to mind a young employee tutoring an older one about technology and social media. That's what former GE CEO Jack Welch had in mind when he championed the practice in 1999, famously pairing 500 senior executives with an equal number of junior associates.

Societe Generale Americas welcomed the improv group The iO Theater to its Chicago office as part of our Diversity Month activities

It's no surprise the most successful organizations are those that leverage talent from every level. But an important question in today's competitive marketplace is, just how do you maximize talent from junior employees ?

Societe Generale is proud to have partnered with Ellevate Network to host “Courageous Conversations” with Beth Brooke-Marciniak, Global Vice Chair of Public Policy at EY and a 10-time honoree as one of Forbes "World's 100 Most Powerful Women.”