Culture and Diversity

Throughout the month of June, Goldman Sachs’ LGBTQ+ Network will host a series of events to recognize the impact of LGBTQ+ leaders, highlight the importance of an inclusive workplace and foster dialogue between LGBTQ+ and ally communities. Read More

In an interview with The Glass Hammer, Akiko Koda, chief of staff for Goldman Sachs in Japan, discusses her time at the firm and shares career advice for young professionals. Read Article

In this Q&A with Kirk Hudson, a vice president in our Investment Banking Division in New York, he shares what it was like to join the firm during the pandemic, how he helps create a sense of belonging for others, and what makes Black History Month special for him. Read More

In this Q&A we catch up with Raevin Walters, an associate in our Asset Management Division in New York, who shares a bit about her path to the firm, how she finds a sense of community, and what makes Black History Month special for her. Read More

Jake Hamlin, an associate in Goldman Sachs’ Global Markets Division in Dallas, talks about how being on the spectrum became a competitive advantage for both him and the firm. Read More

In this Q&A, we catch up with Kyle Williams and Kene Ejikeme, co-heads of the Goldman Sachs EMEA Black Network who share a bit about their backgrounds and career paths, goals for the Network and how the firm is recognizing Black History Month in the UK. Read More

Rob Fuentes, a managing director in our Engineering Division and head of Legal, Conflicts Resolution Group and Internal Audit Engineering, was recently named to the Hispanic IT Executive Council 100. We sat down with Rob to hear about his career path, the passion he has for promoting diversity, and to get an update on his latest innovative product. Read More

In this Q&A, we catch up with Adrian Jones, sponsor of the Goldman Sachs Disability Network who shares a bit about his background and career path, goals for the Network and how the firm is recognizing Disability Awareness Month. Read More

In this Q&A, we catch up with Ricardo Mora, regional sponsor of the Goldman Sachs Hispanic/Latinx Network in the Americas who shares a bit about his background and career path, goals for the Network and how we are recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month at the firm. Read More

In an interview with The Glass Hammer, Megan Hogan, Goldman Sachs' chief diversity officer, recounts her career, shares her passion for helping others, and discusses her work on diversity, equity and inclusion. Read Article

In this Q&A, we catch up with Michael Paese, Denis Coleman and Mike Zlotnik, regional heads of the Goldman Sachs LGBTQ+ Network in the Americas and EMEA, who share a bit about their backgrounds and career paths, goals for the Network, and how it has helped our people at the firm as well as the broader community. Read More

Emily Chieng and Mike Ng, vice presidents in our Global Investment Research Division, were recently named to Business Insider’s Rising Stars of Equity Research list. We caught up with them to discuss their careers with Goldman Sachs as equity research analysts and how the firm’s Asian Professionals Network has enriched their experiences. Read More

Mikael Lang, global head of Data Lake Reliability Engineering and Data Quality Engineering discusses his global career journey, growing the Stockholm office, and life in Sweden. Read More

Olivier Belaich, head of Equities Distribution for France, Belgium and Luxembourg discusses his career journey at the firm, relocating from London to Paris, and the future of our franchise in France. Read More

In celebration of Women’s History Month (WHM) and International Women's Day (IWD), recognized annually on March 8, the Goldman Sachs Women’s Network (GSWN) invited colleagues around the world to a series of events highlighting the economic and cultural achievements of women, diversity in the workplace and opportunities to contribute to a more inclusive society. Read More

She will be responsible for the firm’s global diversity and inclusion strategy, with a focus on driving progress towards our aspirational goals. Read More

In honor of Black History Month in the U.S., our Goldman Sachs Black Network sponsored a series of events underlining the power of the Black community and amplifying Black voices through discussions on equity, activism and lived experiences. The firm also launched initiatives throughout the month to contribute to racial equity advancement in the workplace, our local communities and beyond. Read More

In this Q&A, we catch up with Nicole Pullen Ross, region head of the New York Private Wealth Management (PWM) business and leader of the Goldman Sachs Black Network in the Americas, who discusses her career path, intersectionality, and what is on the Network’s horizon in 2021 and beyond. Read More

At Goldman Sachs, we believe in the power of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their students. That’s why we started the Goldman Sachs Market Madness: HBCU Possibilities Program, a focused effort to provide HBCU student participants with access to hands-on comprehensive training, networking opportunities, and sustained coaching relationships with Goldman Sachs colleagues. Read More

Mae, a vice president in the Regulatory and Audit Management Office discusses her career and international experience, and what brought her home to Germany to take on a role in our Frankfurt office. Read More

We’re honored to have six Goldman Sachs colleagues recognized this year on the OUTstanding LGBT+ Role Model List, an annual recognition of professionals within the LGBTQ+ community who’ve made positive contributions. Read More

Veterans Month, celebrated in November in the Americas and EMEA, honors the service, sacrifices, and contributions of veterans and their families. The Veterans Network, one of the firm’s employee inclusion networks, sponsored a series of events to recognize Veterans globally. Read More

Kevan Patel, a vice president in Private Wealth Management Operations in our Zurich office, shares his experience of moving offices, after five years in London. Read More

In celebration of Black History Month in the UK, our Firmwide Black Network (FBN) sponsored a series of events for our people throughout October addressing the events following the murder of George Floyd earlier this year, as well as highlighting professional and cultural achievements within the Black community, and celebrating diversity and history. Read More

As World Mental Health Day approaches on October 10, we take a moment to reflect on the importance of taking care of our people, and would like to share the perspective of one of our people, Sarah Wood. Read More

Goldman Sachs welcomes over 2,800 students this summer who are joining the firm virtually around the globe as interns in more than 37 offices and all the firm’s divisions. Read More

Pride Month has taken on a different feel this year, with the COVID-19 pandemic cancelling many of the previously-planned events, parades and remembrances. See how our LGBT+ Network got creative and celebrated virtually. Read More

Goldman Sachs' Susie Scher and Stephanie Tan were named to two inaugural lists recognizing LGBT+ leaders: Crain’s New York Business 2020 Notable LGBTQ Leaders & Executives, and Fast Company’s Queer 50, respectively. We had a chance to ask them a few questions. Read More

Throughout the month of May, Goldman Sachs recognized Asian Pacific American Heritage Month by hosting several virtual events highlighting the contributions of Asian Americans to our society and culture. Learn More

In celebration of Black History month in the US, one of the firm’s employee affinity networks, the Firmwide Black Network (FBN), sponsored a series of events highlighting professional and cultural achievements within the black community. Read More

Sean Legister, a vice president in our New York office, shares his story as well as the story behind Breakfast Bites, a monthly discussion connecting black colleagues and senior leaders. Listen Now

We recently welcomed over 400 recruits to our New York headquarters for an evening of fireside chats, networking, and celebration of being your authentic self. Learn More

Charlis Cueva, an associate in our Operations Division, writes about his journey from undocumented immigrant in the US to working at Goldman Sachs. Learn More

We’re honored to have five Goldman Sachs colleagues recognized this year on the OUTstanding LGBT+ Role Model List, an annual recognition of professionals within the LGBT+ community who’ve made positive contributions. Read More

On the menu: women's representation in the country's financial sector. The four leaders brainstormed the launch of a new program that will run from August to December to attract women to the banking industry. Read More

Reto in our Frankfurt office shares his advice on success and connectivity, drawing on his experiences working in different countries across the globe. Read More

Goldman Sachs co-sponsored a Black Economic Alliance event on Martha’s Vineyard about the future of work, and a group of GS colleagues later hosted black undergraduate and high school students at a recruiting event. Read More

Fellows from the 2019 Mandela Washington Fellowship class met with Goldman Sachs professionals from Engineering and the Office of Corporate Engagement to learn more about the firm’s civil and community engagement. Learn More

We’re committed to arts and cultural institutions where our people work and live. Read how we #MakeThingsPossible through Entrance to the Arts. Explore the Story

In celebration of Pride Month 2019, Goldman Sachs sponsored events around the world with the theme of “Progress” to highlight society’s LGBT+ leaders as well as those who have contributed to the firm's success. Read More

Maeve Duvally, a managing director in Corporate Communications, describes her experience coming out as a transgender woman at Goldman Sachs. Read More

Michelle Nyberg talks about the importance of diversity in the workplace and her experience serving as co-head of the Gays, Lesbians and Mates (GLaM) affinity network in Australia and New Zealand. Read Article on The Glass Hammer

Each year, our CEO shares a message with our summer interns welcoming them to Goldman Sachs. Read David Solomon’s note to our 2019 class, the most diverse in the firm’s history. Read More

Throughout the month of May, Goldman Sachs recognized Asian Pacific American Heritage Month by hosting several events highlighting the contributions of Asian Americans to our society and culture. Read More

Goldman Sachs welcomes nearly 2,800 students this summer who are joining the firm around the globe as interns in more than 37 offices and all the firm’s divisions. Read More

Nishi Somaiya, a partner in our Securities Division, reflects on the importance of diversity and inclusion following her recent keynote at the Women of the Square Mile conference in London. Read More

The firm welcomed some special helpers to six Goldman Sachs offices across the US last week – children who were joining their parents at work for the annual Take Our Children to Work Day. This year’s theme was “Goldman Sachs in Action: Building Careers of the Future.” Read More

Goldman Sachs Chief Diversity Officer, Erika Irish Brown, was recently a recipient of the Most Powerful Women in Corporate Diversity Award at the Black Enterprise (BE) Women of Power Summit. Erika shares her experience at the summit and some of her lessons learned. Read More

This International Women's Day, Anna Skoglund, a partner in our Investment Banking Division, reflects on the importance of driving women’s economic empowerment. Read More

In celebration of Black History month in the US, the Firmwide Black Network (FBN), an employee affinity network, sponsored a series of events highlighting the achievements of black leaders and black entrepreneurs. Learn More

October marked the conclusion of the Women’s Career Strategies Initiative (WCSI) for 2018, with regional closing conferences taking place in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Bengaluru and EMEA for over 360 associate women participating in the 14th season of the initiative. Learn More

University students from across India attended Goldman Sachs' third annual Women Emerging in Finance event at the firm's Bengaluru office on January 10th. Participating women were invited to spend a day with the firm's leaders with the objective of understanding their career interests and providing a perspective on what it takes to be successful in the financial services industry. Learn More

Romel Baral, an analyst in our Securities Division in Bengaluru, was one of the petitioners who helped challenge Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code—a law that criminalized homosexuality. On September 6, 2018, the Indian Supreme Court issued a decision saying that Section 377—to the extent that it criminalized private and consensual sexual acts of adults—was unconstitutional. Romel reflects on his decision to bring the petition forward and his reaction to the ruling.

Connecting our people and fostering inclusion by drawing upon unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are what our Affinity Networks strive to achieve. Watch Video

The Goldman Sachs A-Level Girls Inspire Programme is a one-day event which introduces final year A-Level and Baccalaureate students to the financial services industry and Goldman Sachs. Learn More

Edith Cooper, global head of Human Capital Management at Goldman Sachs, writes about the power of giving and how analysts at the firm are supporting innovative nonprofits. Read More on LinkedIn

Kerone Vatel, a managing director in our Risk Division, speaks with The Glass Hammer about her journey from an undergraduate major in engineering to a career in business, her role in mentoring at the firm, and a new sport she recently took up. Read Article

Vidya Lakshmi, a managing director and head of the Human Capital Management Division in Bengaluru, talks about her career with the firm, the importance in taking part in initiatives, and her role in engaging and hiring top engineering talent. Read Article

Anna Gorga Soderini, a vice president in our Investment Management Division, speaks with The Glass Hammer about her career path, the importance of role models and her involvement in the firm's LGBT network. Read Article

Sally Boyle, international head of Human Capital Management at Goldman Sachs, shares her advice for young women starting out in their careers, as part of our Women Supporting Women blog series. Learn More

Jo Hannaford, a partner in the Engineering Division in London, speaks about the need to nurture female STEM talent in recognition of British Science Week. Learn More

Sally Boyle, international head of Human Capital Management at Goldman Sachs, speaks about the importance of female role models in recognition of International Women’s Day. Learn More

The second annual Women Emerging in Finance event, recently hosted at the Goldman Sachs Bengaluru office, offered students an opportunity to network with people from across the firm and learn more about careers in financial services. Learn More

Paget MacColl, a managing director in our Investment Management Division, speaks with The Glass Hammer about the importance of lasting relationships and mentoring women to take ownership over their careers. Go to Article

Goldman Sachs recently celebrated its 12th season of the Student Art Project in Jersey City, New Jersey and showcased the artwork of 30 local students. Launched in 2005 with the Jersey City education, arts and nonprofit communities, the Student Art Project is a free arts and education program aimed to introduce students to new artistic mediums, environments, and topical issues within their community. Learn More

Julie Silverman, a managing director in our Investment Banking Division, reflects on being out in the workplace and the strength of the LGBT community and their allies at Goldman Sachs. Watch Video

Edith Cooper, global head of Human Capital Management at Goldman Sachs, has written an essay about issues of race, opportunity and community in the United States. Read the essay and follow Edith on LinkedIn

American Banker recognized Edith Cooper, global head of Human Capital Management, as number nine on its list of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Finance. Read article on americanbanker.com

Marty Chavez spoke with interns from around the world and reflected on his background, career path and the impact of technology on the financial industry. The session was part of ‘Explore GS,’ a summer-long speaker series for interns at the firm. Watch Video

Melissa Barrett, a managing director in Compliance, speaks with The Glass Hammer about her 20-year career at Goldman Sachs. She highlights her journey at the firm, the value of mentorship, and why it’s important to have a seat at the table. Read Article on THEGLASSHAMMER.COM

Goldman Sachs was recognized by the American Heart Association as a 2016 Platinum Fit-Friendly Worksite, the highest achievement attainable. Learn More

In an interview with LinkedIn, Global Head of Human Capital Management Edith Cooper highlights company culture as the key to innovation and her top advice for getting a job at Goldman Sachs. Learn More

Julie Silverman oversees the junior banker program in the Investment Banking Division at Goldman Sachs. She speaks with The Glass Hammer about how she got into financial services, her experience in the LGBT community, and why it’s essential to be authentic in the workplace. Read article on THEGLASSHAMMER.COM

Goldman Sachs earned accolades from NASSCOM for its new Maternity Management Program, which supports new and expecting mothers with a comprehensive range of services from a dedicated parent resource coordinator to health and nutrition counseling. Learn More

Our Bengaluru office has tripled the capacity of its Children’s Center, making it one of India’s best corporate childcare offerings for parent employees of the firm. Learn More

Goldman Sachs senior women in EMEA came together last night, on the eve of International Women’s Day, to demonstrate collectively their support for Women United, a campaign to end violence against women and girls across the world. Learn More

On September 28 and 29, Goldman Sachs welcomed 274 talented sophomores and juniors from a wide variety of colleges and majors to the firm’s New York Headquarters for an Insight Day. Learn More