Robert Half Honored by Fortune and Forbes for Empowering Women in the Workplace

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Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has received dual recognition from Fortune and Forbes for its workplace excellence for women in 2024. The company earned spots on Fortune's Best Workplaces for Women and Forbes' World's Top Companies for Women lists, based on comprehensive surveys involving hundreds of thousands of women globally. The recognition highlights Robert Half's commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace environment.

The company announced plans to enhance its benefits package in 2025, introducing new family planning benefits including expanded adoption assistance and resources for new mothers returning to work. Robert Half's Global Women's Employee Network (GWEN) continues to provide professional development and networking opportunities for women employees worldwide.

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MENLO PARK, Calif., Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been named one of Fortune's Best Workplaces for Women and one of Forbes' World's Top Companies for Women 2024. These prestigious accolades highlight Robert Half's commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where women can achieve professional success and build fulfilling careers.

Fortune's Best Workplaces for Women is based on an extensive survey of approximately 600,000 women across multiple organizations. It evaluates workplace culture, benefits, and advancement opportunities, with a particular emphasis on programs that foster women's development. Similarly, Forbes' World's Top Companies for Women draws from insights gathered from more than 100,000 women across 37 countries. Its methodology includes three key metrics: women's perceptions of their employers based on gender-specific criteria, public sentiment surrounding gender equity and an analysis of female representation in leadership roles.

"This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where women can thrive," said M. Keith Waddell, president and chief executive officer of Robert Half. "From offering comprehensive benefits that address personal needs to creating a culture of belonging, we're dedicated to empowering women to achieve their fullest potential, both professionally and personally."

Robert Half is committed to continually enhancing its benefits and resources for women. In 2025, new family planning benefits and services for mothers will be offered to include expanded adoption assistance, greater access to family planning coverage and resources for new mothers transitioning back to work. In addition, Robert Half's Global Women's Employee Network (GWEN) creates opportunities for connection and professional development for women within Robert Half worldwide.

"Our investment in women's success is reflected in the comprehensive programs and benefits we offer to our employees across the globe," said JoLynn Conway-James, senior executive director and chief administrative officer at Robert Half. "Whether it's leadership development programs, mentorship opportunities, or enhanced benefits that support new mothers returning to work, we're committed to providing the resources women need to build rewarding, long-term careers at Robert Half."

Learn more about the company's commitment to empowering women globally in our 2023 Leading With Integrity Report.

About Robert Half
Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune^® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at RobertHalf.com.

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FAQ

What awards did Robert Half (RHI) receive for women's workplace empowerment in 2024?

Robert Half received two major awards in 2024: Fortune's Best Workplaces for Women and Forbes' World's Top Companies for Women.

What new benefits is Robert Half (RHI) introducing for women employees in 2025?

In 2025, Robert Half is introducing expanded adoption assistance, enhanced family planning coverage, and additional resources for new mothers transitioning back to work.

How does Robert Half (RHI) support women's professional development?

Robert Half supports women through its Global Women's Employee Network (GWEN), which provides professional development opportunities and connections for women employees worldwide.

What criteria were used to evaluate Robert Half (RHI) for the Fortune and Forbes rankings?

The rankings were based on workplace culture, benefits, advancement opportunities, gender equity, female leadership representation, and survey responses from women across multiple organizations.