Research

Catalyst research is the foundation of all our solutions for creating equitable workplaces. We examine today’s work environments and employees’ experiences in them. We track representation of women in corporate leadership and determine the root causes of gender gaps. We use fact-based, scientific methods—including longitudinal panels and large-scale field studies—to explore barriers and measure success. Whether you’re looking for numbers, ideas, or solutions, Catalyst has what you need. It’s why Catalyst is the most-trusted resource for knowledge on gender and inclusive leadership in the business.

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MARC

Flip the Script: Gender Stereotypes in the Workplace-Men

Stop using common words and phrases that undermine men's ability to bring their whole authentic selves to work.

Webinar Recording: Beyond Zero Sum: Embracing Gender Equity as a Win-Win Scenario

This session revealed how embracing gender partnership enriches the lives, experiences, and workplaces of people of all genders.

Frontline Companies E-book Cover

4 Ways Companies Can Improve Frontline Dynamics (E-book)

Turnover is a multibillion-dollar issue, and companies that don’t clearly communicate or build the frontline employee value proposition are likely to struggle to attract and retain top talent. Learn how […]

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Frontline Employees Initiative

Team Dynamics on the Front Line: How Managers and Organizations Impact This Overlooked Key to Retention

Businesses are losing billions of dollars by overlooking frontline employees. Improving team dynamics can help.

Webinar Recording: Driving the Catalyst Effect: Women Leaders Cultivating Workplace Equity

In celebration of the 2024 International Women’s Day, watch an inspiring webinar highlighting women who are trailblazers in driving positive transformation in their workplaces and beyond.

Inclusive Leadership

7 Things You Can Do for Women at Work, Including Yourself, This International Women’s Day

We invited four remarkable women to share how they are blazing a path towards a more equitable future of work.

DEI 101

Effective DEI Messaging: Understanding Employee Perspectives (Infographic)

Learn what employees want companies to emphasize when talking about diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Frontline Employees Initiative

3 Ways Frontline Managers Can Improve Workplace Culture

This mini-guide is essential for anyone looking to elevate their frontline team's performance and drive sustainable growth.

Virtual Roundtable Recording: Catalyst ERG Resources Overview

Watch an overview of our ERG resources and Q&A, where Catalyst experts address questions about ERGs and how we can best support you.

Flip the Script

Flip the Script: Transgender in the Workplace

This infographic guides people on words and actions that can create a culture inclusive of transgender employees.

LGBTQ+

Sexual Orientation in the Workplace: Flip the Script (Infographic)

Stop using these common words and focus on performance and outcomes instead.

Gender Bias

Flip the Script: Gender Stereotypes in the Workplace – Women (Infographic)

Stop using these common words, which harm women's advancement opportunities, and focus on performance and outcomes instead.

Gender Bias

The Double-Bind Dilemma for Women in Leadership (Infographic)

Gender stereotypes and the “think leader, think male” mindset create a no-win situation for women leaders. 

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Race, Ethnicity, and Culture

Race & Ethnicity in the Workplace: Flip the Script (Infographic)

Use words that create inclusive environments where people feel both that they are valued and that they belong.

Inclusive Communications

How to Talk About Diversity (Report)

Catalyst offers research-based messaging guidance for senior leaders talking about DEI.

Recruitment and Retention

CEO Activism (Trend Brief)

CEOs and leaders are speaking out and taking action on social issues including race, gender, and immigration.

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Webinar Recording: How to Apply for the 2025 Catalyst Award

Watch this recording to learn insights from our Award Chair, Jennifer Thorpe-Moscon, about the rigorous and worthwhile process and details for submitting an application.

Champions For Change

This CEO Community Is Keeping and Advancing Their Best Talent. Are You? (Report)

These 80+ CEOs are advancing pay equity and retaining women at all levels of their organizations. Learn how.

blue C

Webinar Recording: Still Making the Case for DEI? Drop the Spreadsheet

Watch this webinar as we examine the diversity rationale and how through inclusion, it can strengthen any workplace culture.

Catalyst Award Winner

Zoetis: Awareness & Action Drive Impact: The Zoetis Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Journey (Practices)

Zoetis launched its Awareness & Action Drive Impact initiative in January 2020, when Kristin Peck became CEO.