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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Women CEOs

2009 Catalyst Census: Fortune 500 Women Executive Officers and Top Earners (Report)

This report details women's representation in senior leadership positions at the largest companies in the United States.

Board Diversity

Methodology: 2009 Catalyst Census (Appendix)

This year Catalyst implemented a change in methodology to facilitate a focus on companies’ top leadership and simultaneously provide a…

Recruitment and Retention

2009 Catalyst Member Benchmarking (Report)

This report focuses on organizational practices that support women's career advancement.

Recruitment and Retention

Opportunity or Setback? High Potential Women and Men During Economic Crisis (Report)

This report examines whether organizations that have paid a premium to recruit up-and-coming talent are leveraging that investment during the economic downturn.

Women of Color

Women of Color in U.S. Law Firms (Report)

This report examines the retention, development, and advancement of women and minorities is a pressing issue for law firms.

Gender Partnership

Engaging Men in Gender Initiatives: What Change Agents Need to Know (Report)

Learn what you need to know to best leverage men's engagement in gender equity.

Women CEOs

2008 Catalyst Census of Women Corporate Officers and Top Earners of the FP500 (Report)

This report assesses the status of women in corporate leadership of the largest companies in Canada.

Women of Color

Career Advancement in Corporate Canada: A Focus on Visible Minorities – Diversity & Inclusion Practices (Report)

This report explores how visible minority women and men perceive their career advancement and development in corporate Canada.

Recruitment and Retention

Cascading Gender Biases, Compounding Effects: An Assessment of Talent Management Systems (Report)

As companies strive to tackle the shortage of executive talent, maximize human capital with fewer resources, and maintain business success,…

Catalyst Award Winner

Baxter International Inc. – Building Talent Edge (Practices)

Baxter International's initiative developed a 50/50 gender balance across management-level and critical positions throughout 14 countries in the Asia Pacific region.

Catalyst Award Winner

CH2M HILL – Constructing Pathways for Women Through Inclusion (Practices)

In the traditionally male-dominated industry of engineering and construction, CH2M HILL provides a model for leveraging women employees to achieve business success.

Catalyst Award Winner

KPMG LLP – Great Place to Build a Career (Practices)

KPMG has built a culture of career growth, mentoring, and accountability that focuses on recruiting, retaining, and developing talented people from a diverse pool of backgrounds and experiences.

Catalyst Award Winner

Gibbons P.C. – The Women’s Initiative: Driving Success Through Diversity Investment (Practices)

Gibbons P.C. has contributed to, and continues to support, a workplace culture that is flexible, innovative, engaging, and inclusive.

Board Diversity

2008 Catalyst Census of Women Board Directors of the Fortune 500 (Report)

This report details the percentage of all directorships held by women in Fortune 500 companies.

Women CEOs

2008 Catalyst Census of Women Corporate Officers and Top Earners of the Fortune 500 (Report)

This report details the percentage of corporate officer positions held by women.

Recruitment and Retention

Leaders in a Global Economy: Talent Management in European Cultures (Report)

This report explores the experiences of pipeline and senior leaders in European cultures.

Board Diversity

2008 EOWA Australian Census of Women in Leadership (Report)

This Census was produced by EOWA, a Catalyst Census Partner.

Women of Color

Women of Color in U.S. Securities Firms (Report)

This report examines the state of women of color in securities firms in the US.

Employee Resource Groups

2008 Catalystメンバーのベンチマーク(レポート)

This report focuses on employee resource groups (ERGs).

Future of Work

Workplace Trends: Today’s Decisions, Tomorrow’s Successes (Tool)

Catalyst has identified six trends that represent significant shifts for workforces, workplaces, and women in the workplace.