Baxter Recognized as One of Working Mother’s 2018 ‘100 Best Companies’

Baxter International Inc. (NYSE: BAX), a leading global medical products company, today announced that it has been named to Working Mother magazine’s 2018 ‘100 Best Companies’ list. Baxter was honored for providing progressive employee programs and benefits that support career advancement, workplace flexibility, child care and employee wellness.

“We’re honored to be included on the ‘100 Best Companies’ list for working mothers, which highlights our efforts to support and advance Baxter women,” said José (Joe) E. Almeida, chairman and chief executive officer. “We know that our inclusive and diverse culture drives innovation, accelerates performance and fuels our efforts to be recognized globally as a Best Place to Work. It’s one of the many reasons we’re committed to advancing programs that empower all of our employees in pursuit of our mission to save and sustain lives.”

Working Mother magazine’s ‘100 Best Companies’ list honors organizations annually that lead in the areas of female career advancement. Companies are recognized for their forward-thinking initiatives that foster workplace flexibility, the advancement of women, maternity/paternity leave, child care support and more.

In an era of changing family dynamics, Baxter recognizes the increasing demands employees face in meeting their professional and personal responsibilities. The company provides its employees with a range of tools, resources and benefits so that they can thrive at home and in the workplace, including a variety of flexible working options, mentoring and sponsorship programs, parental leave and child care benefits and a lactation program for mothers. Additionally, Baxter’s eight Business Resource Groups (BRGs) serve as a forum for employees to nurture their personal and professional growth and enhance multicultural understanding, all while supporting the company’s key business initiatives.

In 2017, the Baxter Women Leaders BRG (whose mission is to inspire a culture where women are motivated to advance their careers to develop to their desired potential), piloted a transitions program for working parents. The goal of this program is to support Baxter mothers through mentorship as they return to work following pregnancy and/or adoption leave. The program will be rolled out broadly in the U.S. in 2019 and reinforces Baxter’s inclusive support for all parents returning to work.