Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging at commercetools
At commercetools, we believe diversity fosters innovation. We tune in to the diverse voices of our employees because it’s core to who we are. The global communities in which our customers, our partners and our work families operate benefit from a culture that supports innovation, inclusion, and equity. This is why at commercetools we hold ourselves accountable, and work together to help make the world a more fair place where everyone belongs.
What Does Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Mean at commercetools?
- Embracing workforce diversity with regards to age, gender, disability, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, language, marital or civil partnership status, political beliefs, sexual orientation.
- Valuing diversity of perspective leveraging the diverse personalities, thinking, skills, experience and working styles of our employees and other stakeholders.
- Building a flexible organization providing opportunities for work arrangements that accommodate the diverse needs of individuals at different career and life stages (e.g. parental leave, neurodiverse work accommodations).
- Treating every employee with respect and dignity and having a zero tolerance attitude to bullying, harassment or victimization of any kind.
- Achieving higher standards than the minimum set out in legislation and proactively encouraging a culture that supports diversity and equal opportunities.
- Nurture a community of belonging where people enjoy to be a valued member and feel they have a place to grow
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Whether you just graduated college, got your first job or are CEO of a corporation, you’ll discover there are always lessons to learn— and that’s a good thing! That said, heeding the advice of others can save you from a lot of unnecessary frustration. Embrace the lessons offered up by a diverse array of commercetoolers in “Wisdom that Works.”
Accessibility: Ablr Assurance Program Badge
This emblem signifies commercetools' proactive engagement in ensuring an inclusive environment. It represents our organization's dedication to maintaining accessibility standards in all operations. Displayed proudly to communicate your commitment to inclusivity to customers, partners, and the community.
Employee Resource Groups
Our ERG program is a voluntary, employee-led diversity and inclusion initiative that is supported by commercetools’ leadership. ERGs are organized based on common identities, interests, or backgrounds to support employees. They create open forums for employees to meet, share, and support each other in addressing concerns and fostering a respectful, caring community. Check out our current ERGs below!
BLK Leaders
Open Minds
Planet Earth Alliance
Women at commercetools
Parents Empowerment
- - Create and grow a community: Provide a safe space for collaboration and fostering a supportive community for parents
- - Sharing & Caring: Tips & Tricks / resources / roundtable discussions / networking sessions / guest speakers / Q&As
- - Parenting benefits: Advocate for policies and initiatives that support the needs and interests of parents within the organization, addressing issues related to work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities
With Women at commercetools, we aim to make a valuable contribution to driving diversity, fostering innovation, and shaping a more inclusive future. As a group and as individuals, we endeavor to elevate and inspire each other. This group represents our commitment to equity, amplifying voices, and creating opportunities within commercetools and the wider industry. It’s not just about gender; it’s about embracing diverse perspectives and realizing the full potential of our collective strength.
Senior Global Alliances Marketing Manager, commercetools
Being part of the Parents ERG is deeply meaningful. We strive to create a supportive space for parents, raise awareness of the challenges they face, and champion initiatives that drive both personal and organizational success. Though employee-led, our collaboration across teams ensures we make a lasting impact.
Senior People Operations Partner, commercetools
Being a leader of an ERG right now feels incredibly rewarding, especially given the evolving discourse around DEI. It's an opportunity to help drive meaningful change, foster a culture of inclusion, and empower diverse voices within our organization. Co-leading BLK Leaders with Ian allows me to champion our values, create impactful conversations, and contribute to a more equitable workplace for everyone.
Senior Director, Communications, commercetools
OpenMinds is an opportunity to talk, listen, and learn from my fellow commercetoolers about their life and experiences. Through safe, honest, and vulnerable conversations, I’ve been granted a view into perspectives I would not normally be given. I’m so grateful that I’ve been given this opportunity. With this knowledge, I’ve grown as a coworker and a person.
Director of Portfolio Strategy, commercetools
As the head of the ESG program at commercetools and Lead of the Employee Resource Group 'Planet Earth Alliance', I feel called to foster a culture of environmental awareness and sustainability. My aim is to inspire and empower our colleagues to actively contribute to protecting our planet. Through the ERG, we collectively strive for innovative solutions and, above all, practical measures to make our company a leader in these matters. Each one of us makes a difference, every day, and that matters. I am proud to be part of this group and to translate commercetools' values into action by taking active responsibility.
Compliance Manager, commercetools
With Women at commercetools, we aim to make a valuable contribution to driving diversity, fostering innovation, and shaping a more inclusive future. As a group and as individuals, we endeavor to elevate and inspire each other. This group represents our commitment to equity, amplifying voices, and creating opportunities within commercetools and the wider industry. It’s not just about gender; it’s about embracing diverse perspectives and realizing the full potential of our collective strength.
Senior Global Alliances Marketing Manager, commercetools
Being part of the Parents ERG is deeply meaningful. We strive to create a supportive space for parents, raise awareness of the challenges they face, and champion initiatives that drive both personal and organizational success. Though employee-led, our collaboration across teams ensures we make a lasting impact.
Senior People Operations Partner, commercetools
Being a leader of an ERG right now feels incredibly rewarding, especially given the evolving discourse around DEI. It's an opportunity to help drive meaningful change, foster a culture of inclusion, and empower diverse voices within our organization. Co-leading BLK Leaders with Ian allows me to champion our values, create impactful conversations, and contribute to a more equitable workplace for everyone.
Senior Director, Communications, commercetools
OpenMinds is an opportunity to talk, listen, and learn from my fellow commercetoolers about their life and experiences. Through safe, honest, and vulnerable conversations, I’ve been granted a view into perspectives I would not normally be given. I’m so grateful that I’ve been given this opportunity. With this knowledge, I’ve grown as a coworker and a person.
Director of Portfolio Strategy, commercetools
We are taking it seriously
To us, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion isn’t just a “nice to have”. At commercetools, we don’t just take our DEIB efforts for granted. We measure our efforts against the Mathison Equity Index, an industry-wide score, that helps us gauge the success of our programs as well as areas we need to work on. For any questions related on how DEI matters at commercetools, please direct your questions at dei@commercetools.com.