Diversity Equity & Inclusion
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL of our associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
Highlights
DEI consists of four global subcommittees, 100+ global associate volunteers and a Global DEI Advisory Board.
BUSINESS SYSTEMS &
PROCESS REVIEW
We focus on metrics and data analytics to enhance, streamline and improve our business processes and systems. We partner with Talent Attraction, Learning & Development, and business functions to infuse DEI throughout the organization.
BUSINESS SYSTEMS &
PROCESS REVIEW
Schools Outreach
University Outreach
Inclusive Design
Apprenticeships
Washing Machine Project
CORPORATE IMPACT
INVESTING
We are committed to directly impacting the key pillars of Education, Healthcare, and Jobs & Opportunity. We support our communities through direct donations to non-profit organizations, volunteer work, and partnerships. SharkNinja offers a corporate matching program for associates through SharkNinja Cares.
CORPORATE IMPACT
INVESTING
IntoUniversity Partnership
The Possible Project
Tech Goes Home
Haley House
Boston Partners in Education
AFFINITY
GROUPS
We have 8 affinity groups and 2 DEI Groups. We look for new platforms and channels to communicate, encourage and surface ideas and questions from our associates worldwide, and offer speaker and workshop events to promote global awareness and collaboration.
AFFINITY
GROUPS
Women’s WE Lead @ SN
South Asian @ SN
Black @ SN
Middle Eastern & N. Africa @ SN
LGBTQ+ @ SN
Latinx @ SN
Pan Asian @ SN
Rethinking Masculinities @ SN
EMPLOYEE VOICES & EDUCATION RESOURCES
We strive to elevate and amplify all associates’ voices and provide education resources to support cultural, growth and professional development.
EMPLOYEE VOICES & EDUCATION RESOURCES
DEI Speaker Series
Language & Cultural Awareness
Our associates bring passion, dedication, and originality to all of our workstreams.
Our Associates
We asked our associates why DEI is important to them.
Highlights
Apr 2022
Celebrating Diversity Month
SharkNinja is celebrating Diversity Month by shining the spotlight on language. Language diversity, or linguistic diversity, is a broad term used to describe the differences between different languages and the ways that people communicate with each other. We asked our teammates, “How has language or knowing multiple languages shaped your life and career”. We learned so much about the importance of understanding and perspective. Want to learn more
Mar 2022
Celebrating Women’s History Month
We are highlighting some of the amazing women at SharkNinja as they tell us who has been an inspirational female in their life. Interested in reading their stories?
Mar 2022
Inspiring Women to be Innovators
Lauren McMullan, Vice President and General Manager, London writes about the inequities of women in STEM roles and how we can create a culture of change to bridge the gap.
Feb 2022
Celebrating Black History Month – “Beyond Black: An exploration and celebration of all cultures within the Black community.”
The Black Affinity Group @ SharkNinja kicked off Black History Month with members of the Black Affinity Group sharing the rich history and traditions of their various cultures.
Jan 2022
Martin Luther King Day of Service
SharkNinja associates honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Day by partnering with Many Helping Hands 365.