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KIOXIA Opportunity, Respect, and Belonging Statement
At KIOXIA America, Inc., we value the differences in cultures, perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences of all our team members. Our team members are the heart and soul of our company and our unique differences provide an incredible opportunity to create, build, and innovate together. Through our Opportunity, Respect, and Belonging (ORB) initiatives, our focus is to strengthen our company culture to create more belonging and equality for all.
Pillars
Opportunity, Respect, and Belonging Leadership Team
“KIOXIA is the gateway to a world re-imagined. Innovation and diversity of thought ignites the possibility of a future that is inclusive, energized and united. Smart teams do amazing things, but a truly connected team can do the impossible.”
Sondra White
Sr. Director, Chief People Officer
“Our opportunity, respect, and belonging efforts mean so much to me both on a professional and personal level. The work that we do now will plant seeds for our children and future generations. Together, we can do amazing things for our employees and those we touch with our products and solutions.”
Deanna Broussard
Sr. Staff Professional, HR Business Partner
“Opportunity, Respect and Belonging (ORB) is important to me because companies win with all employees and I want to be part of an organization where all employees are valued. ORB does not happen by accident, it happens through leadership! Having a true workforce with respect and belonging is a profit multiplier and a cornerstone for a great place to work!”
JD Sanders
Sr. Staff Professional, L&D and OD Partner
“Everyone deserves an opportunity and I whole heartedly believe in opportunity for all.”
John Yarbrough
Sr. Manager, Talent
"Bringing people together from different backgrounds encourages broader thinking. Providing an even playing field enhances personal experiences and creates opportunities for all. Promoting belonging cultivates a healthy work environment. When a company implements these as values, it creates a recipe for a stronger workforce with employees who feel valued by the company and can contribute to a thriving business."
Myles Britton
Specialist II, Human Resources
Executive Team
“I believe that opportunity, respect, and belonging are essential to the enduring growth and advancement of any company. At KIOXIA America, we are committed to fostering these values through our ORB initiatives. We strive to create a safe and welcoming work environment for all employees, while also aspiring to be a company that is cherished and trusted by our communities.”
Hideyuki Namekawa
President and CEO
"At KIOXIA America, our ORB initiatives help create an environment where every member of our team can feel acknowledged, respected, and connected. By celebrating and embracing our differences, we are able to come together as a stronger team, a team capable of driving excellence in results, innovation, and integrity."
Diane Lynn
VP Operations and Business Planning
"Here at KIOXIA America we highly value our employees and strive to create a workplace where everyone can collaborate as one team knowing that their contributions are both respected and appreciated. This makes for a stronger organization and a sense of belonging as we are truly better together."
Scott Nelson
Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
“Workplaces with strong belonging ensure that all employees feel valued and respected, leading to higher engagement, productivity and job satisfaction. KIOXIA is striving to continually improve our ORB objectives and outpace the market with a forward thinking culture that allows all employees to be an active part of our success.”
Tim Enright
Senior Vice President of Sales
"Respect and belonging are the essence of a vibrant and successful company. Just as variety is the spice of life, ORB enriches our ideas, fosters innovation and builds a stronger, more dynamic team where everyone can thrive. I am proud to be a part of the team at KIOXIA where we are committed to making this happen.”
Maitry Dholakia
Vice President, Memory Business Unit
“Different perspectives are beneficial to fostering both creativity and collaboration, and here at KIOXIA America we are all stakeholders. The greater the variety of voices the better the discussions, decisions, and results are for everybody.”
Alex Mei
VP of Corporate Marketing
KIOXIA Employees
“It’s important to understand our world and our human experiences are made possible because of our differences. They are what connect us to our humanity. When we recognize we are all unique and amazing, we not only create a foundation for equality, but position ourselves for growth and enhanced experiences in our careers and more importantly, in life.”
Lisa Mink
Senior Director, Automotive, OEM & Territory
“KIOXIA is made up of individuals from many cultures and all walks of life. ORB efforts help to bring out the best in people, creating a collaborative culture that can innovate.”
Cameron Brett
Senior Director, Enterprise Marketing
“At KIOXIA America, I feel ORB is a key part where I feel included and acknowledged with differences. This makes it possible for employees to work together and be more innovative. We need to value, embrace and encourage ORB to help make the world a better place.”
Saradha Paila
Staff Engineer, IT
“KIOXIA is a place where a group of people with different temperaments, talents, and convictions work together to achieve a common goal. Everyone shows up as themselves. It has been rewarding for me to build alongside others with such a different set of skills and backgrounds.”
Larnelle Rogers
Business Development Manager III
Employee Resource Group Spotlight
Parents and Caregivers Team (PACT)
PACT is an employee resource group with a mission to positively impact working parents and caregivers and to raise awareness about our working parents and caregivers, the everyday juggle, and contributions to the KIOXIA community at large.
The team is committed to empowering working parents and caregivers and provides resources for all areas of family life and caregiving. We seek opportunities to help connect and support working parents and integrate families into the workplace when we can.
Since the launch of PACT, the team celebrated inaugural programs around families and caregivers. In April, PACT celebrates ‘Introducing KIOXIA to Future Generations’ in honor of Bring a Kid to Work Day. Later in the year, PACT looks to connect employees and families in honor of National Work and Family Month which takes place in October.
In the Community
International Women’s Day
One of the ways KIOXIA continues to drive change and empower women is by organizing a company-wide celebration for International Women’s Day each year.
International Women's Day (IWD) is a day where we celebrate the accomplishments and hard-fought efforts of all women across the globe who have paved the way for equality. Celebrated around the world on March 8th, IWD gives us all a chance to remember the countless individuals and organizations making great strides to improve the lives of women everywhere, including the creation of safe spaces, increasing education access for girls, and making positive policy changes in the workplace.
