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SANTA ROSA, Calif., February 12, 2026 /3BL/ – Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) announced SOS Enterprise, an advanced edition of its engineering data management platform. The solution builds on the SOS Core software and automates engineering data governance and traceability to prepare for AI adoption at scale.

As semiconductor and electronics development accelerates, engineers face growing design complexity and rapidly increasing data volumes – challenges that intensify for organizations operating at multiple sites. At this scale, engineering data siloed across fragmented tools and file systems causes teams to lose significant productivity to manual workflows. They spend substantial time searching for information, frequently work with incorrect data versions, and must dedicate additional effort to resolve integrity and correlation issues. This lack of traceability creates compliance burdens and limits AI adoption, as machine learning systems require well-organized data to function reliably at scale.

SOS Enterprise provides a single system of record that turns fragmented design information into governed, reusable knowledge across distributed organizations. The software establishes clear data lineage, enables automated compliance tracking, and standardizes engineering information management across multiple sites and regulatory environments. By treating design files and verification data as versioned, traceable assets, the platform prepares engineering teams to integrate AI tools into design and verification workflows.

Key benefits of SOS Enterprise include:

• Automated compliance at enterprise scale: Provides audit trails, role-based access control, and software bill of materials tracking without adding to engineering workloads. This addresses regulatory requirements for industries like aerospace and defense and automotive.
• Enhanced data security and access control: Protects sensitive IP with fine-grained permissions, geofencing, and compliance-driven restrictions across regions and teams.
• Eliminates manual work: Automates traceability and custom workflows throughout the design lifecycle, tracking data origins and relationships while preparing engineering information for AI integration.
• Improved IP reuse across sites: Enables teams at any location to discover and reuse validated IP through a single system of record.

Simon Rance, General Manager, Data and IP Management at Keysight, said: “Engineering organizations tell us they’re ready to adopt AI, but their data isn’t. When design files, verification results, and IP libraries are scattered across disconnected systems, AI tools can’t deliver trustworthy outcomes. We built SOS Enterprise to solve that foundational problem by automating the governance and traceability work that’s currently done manually, making their engineering data AI-ready so teams can focus on innovation rather than data management. Early customer deployments have demonstrated significant improvements in IP reuse, faster project orchestration, and reduced operational overhead.”

Resources:

• Webpage: SOS Enterprise
• Webinar: From Silos to Systems, From Data to Insight
• White Paper: From Silos to Systems, From Data to Insight

About Keysight Technologies 

At Keysight (NYSE: KEYS), we inspire and empower innovators to bring world-changing technologies to life. As an S&P 500 company, we’re delivering market-leading design, emulation, and test solutions to help engineers develop and deploy faster, with less risk, throughout the entire product life cycle. We’re a global innovation partner enabling customers in communications, industrial automation, aerospace and defense, automotive, semiconductor, and general electronics markets to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world. Learn more at Keysight Newsroom and www.keysight.com.

Contacts

Andrea Mueller, Americas
andrea.mueller@keysight.com

Jenny Gallacher, Europe
+44 118 927 4003
jenny.gallacher@keysight.com

Fusako Dohi, Asia
+81 42 660–2162
fusako_dohi@keysight.com

The KeyBank Foundation announced an investment of $240,000 in YWCA North Central Indiana’s Strengthening Communities Initiative, a comprehensive program designed to enhance the social and economic well-being of survivors of abuse and other economically disenfranchised community members — both those residing in YWCA emergency shelters and individuals served throughout the broader community.

The initiative provides education, workforce training, individualized support, and advocacy that help build resources, strengthen confidence, and assist individuals in transitioning from crisis to long-term self-sufficiency.

The program will evaluate participant progress through clearly defined short-term, intermediate, and long-term outcomes across four core areas: financial literacy, empowerment coaching, securing and keeping a job, and the “Bridges Out of Poverty” framework. Outcomes are evaluated using both participant self-reporting and objective data, including budget completion rates, verified credit reports, and employment documentation.

Across all measures, the program’s impact has been significant: 86% of clients report steady progress toward personal goals and the development of stronger, more reliable support networks. These results are reflected not only in data but in the lived experiences of participants — clients who have secured safe, stable housing; transitioned into full-time employment; reduced debt; and even begun saving toward homeownership. These personal stories demonstrate how the Strengthening Communities Initiative fosters lasting financial independence, increased stability, and long-term personal growth for individuals and families across the region.

“Survivors of domestic violence often face overwhelming economic barriers,” said Amy Hill, YWCA North Central Indiana CEO. “Disrupted employment, damaged credit, limited access to childcare, and financial dependence trap them in abusive relationships. We are so grateful for KeyBank Foundation’s generous investment, which gives survivors hope and support, helping them regain independence, rebuild their lives, and create lasting stability for themselves and their families.”

“The YWCA’s Strengthening Communities Initiative delivers the type of transformational support that creates lasting pathways to stability and economic mobility,” said Yvonne Harrington, KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer. “At KeyBank, we’re committed to investing in programs that aim to remove barriers, expand opportunity, and empower individuals to build brighter financial futures for themselves and their families. We are so proud to partner with the YWCA to help more individuals across Northern Indiana thrive.”

News Coverage: 

KeyBank grants $240K to YWCA of North Central Indiana for women’s financial literacy program | WNDU-TV

KeyBank Foundation invests in YWCA of North Central Indiana | WSBT-TV

YWCA receives donation to support women’s economic advancement | ABC57

ABOUT KEYCORP
KeyCorp’s roots trace back more than 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $184 billion at December 31, 2025.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 950 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications, and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

ABOUT KEYBANK FOUNDATION
KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation that supports organizations and initiatives aimed at improving financial wellness, education, and community development. Through strategic philanthropy, KeyBank Foundation works to create thriving communities and drive meaningful, lasting change.

ABOUT YWCA NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA
YWCA North Central Indiana (YWCANCIN), a long-standing nonprofit based in South Bend, Indiana, is dedicated to empowering women, promoting justice and dignity, and strengthening families and communities. It is part of the historic YWCA movement, the oldest and largest women’s movement in the U.S., and has been serving the local region since 1903. YWCANCIN operates two domestic abuse emergency shelters and provides a comprehensive continuum of support for adults and children affected by violence, poverty, and crisis. For more information, visit www.ywcancin.org

The KeyBank Foundation announced an investment of $240,000 in YWCA North Central Indiana’s Strengthening Communities Initiative, a comprehensive program designed to enhance the social and economic well-being of survivors of abuse and other economically disenfranchised community members — both those residing in YWCA emergency shelters and individuals served throughout the broader community.

The initiative provides education, workforce training, individualized support, and advocacy that help build resources, strengthen confidence, and assist individuals in transitioning from crisis to long-term self-sufficiency.

The program will evaluate participant progress through clearly defined short-term, intermediate, and long-term outcomes across four core areas: financial literacy, empowerment coaching, securing and keeping a job, and the “Bridges Out of Poverty” framework. Outcomes are evaluated using both participant self-reporting and objective data, including budget completion rates, verified credit reports, and employment documentation.

Across all measures, the program’s impact has been significant: 86% of clients report steady progress toward personal goals and the development of stronger, more reliable support networks. These results are reflected not only in data but in the lived experiences of participants — clients who have secured safe, stable housing; transitioned into full-time employment; reduced debt; and even begun saving toward homeownership. These personal stories demonstrate how the Strengthening Communities Initiative fosters lasting financial independence, increased stability, and long-term personal growth for individuals and families across the region.

“Survivors of domestic violence often face overwhelming economic barriers,” said Amy Hill, YWCA North Central Indiana CEO. “Disrupted employment, damaged credit, limited access to childcare, and financial dependence trap them in abusive relationships. We are so grateful for KeyBank Foundation’s generous investment, which gives survivors hope and support, helping them regain independence, rebuild their lives, and create lasting stability for themselves and their families.”

“The YWCA’s Strengthening Communities Initiative delivers the type of transformational support that creates lasting pathways to stability and economic mobility,” said Yvonne Harrington, KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer. “At KeyBank, we’re committed to investing in programs that aim to remove barriers, expand opportunity, and empower individuals to build brighter financial futures for themselves and their families. We are so proud to partner with the YWCA to help more individuals across Northern Indiana thrive.”

News Coverage: 

KeyBank grants $240K to YWCA of North Central Indiana for women’s financial literacy program | WNDU-TV

KeyBank Foundation invests in YWCA of North Central Indiana | WSBT-TV

YWCA receives donation to support women’s economic advancement | ABC57

ABOUT KEYCORP
KeyCorp’s roots trace back more than 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $184 billion at December 31, 2025.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 950 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications, and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

ABOUT KEYBANK FOUNDATION
KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation that supports organizations and initiatives aimed at improving financial wellness, education, and community development. Through strategic philanthropy, KeyBank Foundation works to create thriving communities and drive meaningful, lasting change.

ABOUT YWCA NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA
YWCA North Central Indiana (YWCANCIN), a long-standing nonprofit based in South Bend, Indiana, is dedicated to empowering women, promoting justice and dignity, and strengthening families and communities. It is part of the historic YWCA movement, the oldest and largest women’s movement in the U.S., and has been serving the local region since 1903. YWCANCIN operates two domestic abuse emergency shelters and provides a comprehensive continuum of support for adults and children affected by violence, poverty, and crisis. For more information, visit www.ywcancin.org

The KeyBank Foundation announced an investment of $240,000 in YWCA North Central Indiana’s Strengthening Communities Initiative, a comprehensive program designed to enhance the social and economic well-being of survivors of abuse and other economically disenfranchised community members — both those residing in YWCA emergency shelters and individuals served throughout the broader community.

The initiative provides education, workforce training, individualized support, and advocacy that help build resources, strengthen confidence, and assist individuals in transitioning from crisis to long-term self-sufficiency.

The program will evaluate participant progress through clearly defined short-term, intermediate, and long-term outcomes across four core areas: financial literacy, empowerment coaching, securing and keeping a job, and the “Bridges Out of Poverty” framework. Outcomes are evaluated using both participant self-reporting and objective data, including budget completion rates, verified credit reports, and employment documentation.

Across all measures, the program’s impact has been significant: 86% of clients report steady progress toward personal goals and the development of stronger, more reliable support networks. These results are reflected not only in data but in the lived experiences of participants — clients who have secured safe, stable housing; transitioned into full-time employment; reduced debt; and even begun saving toward homeownership. These personal stories demonstrate how the Strengthening Communities Initiative fosters lasting financial independence, increased stability, and long-term personal growth for individuals and families across the region.

“Survivors of domestic violence often face overwhelming economic barriers,” said Amy Hill, YWCA North Central Indiana CEO. “Disrupted employment, damaged credit, limited access to childcare, and financial dependence trap them in abusive relationships. We are so grateful for KeyBank Foundation’s generous investment, which gives survivors hope and support, helping them regain independence, rebuild their lives, and create lasting stability for themselves and their families.”

“The YWCA’s Strengthening Communities Initiative delivers the type of transformational support that creates lasting pathways to stability and economic mobility,” said Yvonne Harrington, KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer. “At KeyBank, we’re committed to investing in programs that aim to remove barriers, expand opportunity, and empower individuals to build brighter financial futures for themselves and their families. We are so proud to partner with the YWCA to help more individuals across Northern Indiana thrive.”

News Coverage: 

KeyBank grants $240K to YWCA of North Central Indiana for women’s financial literacy program | WNDU-TV

KeyBank Foundation invests in YWCA of North Central Indiana | WSBT-TV

YWCA receives donation to support women’s economic advancement | ABC57

ABOUT KEYCORP
KeyCorp’s roots trace back more than 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $184 billion at December 31, 2025.

Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 950 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications, and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit https://www.key.com/. KeyBank Member FDIC.

ABOUT KEYBANK FOUNDATION
KeyBank Foundation is a nonprofit charitable foundation that supports organizations and initiatives aimed at improving financial wellness, education, and community development. Through strategic philanthropy, KeyBank Foundation works to create thriving communities and drive meaningful, lasting change.

ABOUT YWCA NORTH CENTRAL INDIANA
YWCA North Central Indiana (YWCANCIN), a long-standing nonprofit based in South Bend, Indiana, is dedicated to empowering women, promoting justice and dignity, and strengthening families and communities. It is part of the historic YWCA movement, the oldest and largest women’s movement in the U.S., and has been serving the local region since 1903. YWCANCIN operates two domestic abuse emergency shelters and provides a comprehensive continuum of support for adults and children affected by violence, poverty, and crisis. For more information, visit www.ywcancin.org

 

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LINCOLN, Neb., March 16, 2026 /3BL/ – Actor and environmental advocate Rainn Wilson joins the Arbor Day Foundation in the third episode of its new podcast, “Unearthing Optimism.”

In a conversation with CEO and host Dan Lambe, Wilson reflects on evacuating his home multiple times due to wildfire. He also shares how his spiritual revelations have helped him shape a deeper and more meaningful relationship with nature.

“Rainn is working to connect culture to conservation with the outstanding humor he’s known for. It’s such a fresh take on the environmental movement that’s squarely focused on creating a space for inclusivity, hope, and heart,” said Lambe. “In a time when it’s easy to feel overcome by challenges, this podcast is a way for people to embrace hope. We’re grateful for the many listeners who are joining us on this journey.”

“Unearthing Optimism” is a new kind of climate conversation, featuring a series of influential and trusted voices shaping culture, science, and how we understand our changing world. It’s available to stream or download on all major podcasting platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

The podcast is produced in part by the Arbor Day Foundation, the world’s largest tree planting nonprofit. Since its founding in 1972, the Arbor Day Foundation has helped to plant more than 500 million trees.

About the Arbor Day Foundation 

The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. They foster a growing community of more than 1 million leaders, innovators, planters, and supporters united by their bold belief that a more hopeful future can be shaped through the power of trees. For more than 50 years, they’ve answered critical need with action, planting more than half a billion trees alongside their partners.

And this is only the beginning.  

The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursuing a future where all life flourishes through the power of trees. Learn more at arborday.org.

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A testament to the impact of mobilizing the power of giving.

We have some extraordinary news to share.

In 2025, America’s Charities crossed a threshold that few organizations ever reach: we have now raised more than $1 billion in charitable contributions since our founding in 1980. That’s over one billion dollars directed to nonprofits and individuals in need: one workplace campaign, one employee gift, one act of generosity at a time.

This milestone isn’t ours alone. It belongs to every employer who built a giving program, every employee who signed up to donate, every nonprofit that trusted us to deliver funds, and every individual whose life was changed as a result. It belongs to you.

More Than a Number: Transforming Lives and Communities

A billion dollars is a figure that’s hard to fully grasp, but behind it are real stories. It represents decades of quietly, persistently channeling the goodwill of American workers into causes that matter.

• Empowering Nonprofits: These funds have provided vital support to thousands of nonprofit organizations working on the front lines of every imaginable issue, from education and healthcare to environmental conservation and veterans causes.
• Providing Direct Assistance: Through our disaster relief funds and employee assistance programs, we have provided a lifeline to countless individuals and families facing unexpected crises and hardships.
• Strengthening Communities: By fostering a culture of giving in workplaces across the country and around the world, we have helped to build stronger, more resilient, and more compassionate communities.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Partners and Donors

Since 1980, America’s Charities has been at the forefront of workplace giving, connecting employers, employees, and nonprofits in a shared mission to mobilize the power of giving to improve the world. We’ve grown from a small nonprofit federation into a trusted partner for more than 300 businesses across the country, including Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and state and local government agencies. And through it all, we’ve remained committed to the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and ethics.

This milestone would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our incredible partners and donors.

• To our employer partners: Thank you for your leadership and for championing workplace giving and emergency assistance funds within your organizations. Your commitment to corporate social responsibility is truly inspiring.
• To our nonprofit partners: Thank you for the tireless work you do every day to make the world a better place. It is an honor to support your missions.
• To our individual donors: Thank you for your generosity and for choosing America’s Charities as your partner in giving. Every dollar you contribute makes a difference.

The Power of Workplace Giving

This billion-dollar milestone is a powerful reminder of what workplace giving can accomplish. When employers make it easy for employees to give through payroll deduction, matching gifts, volunteer programs, and employee assistance funds. The results compound over time in ways that no single donor or organization could achieve alone. Consistent, recurring giving through the workplace is one of the most sustainable and impactful models of philanthropy.

What Comes Next

We are deeply grateful for every partner, donor, and nonprofit member who has been part of this journey. And while we’re proud to pause and celebrate this moment, we know the need has never been greater. There are still communities struggling, nonprofits stretched thin, and employees facing unexpected hardship.

The next billion starts now.

If your organization isn’t yet harnessing the full potential of employee giving, we’d love to show you what’s possible. Schedule a conversation with our team and let’s build something meaningful together.

Thank you for helping us reach this incredible milestone and for everything still to come.

America’s Charities (charities.org) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has been mobilizing the power of giving to improve the world since 1980. We provide workplace giving, employee assistance funds, disaster relief, volunteerism, matching gifts, and other philanthropic solutions to employers and nonprofits across the United States.

On Friday, March 6, 2026, AEG’s Dignity Health Sports Park and LA Galaxy hosted their fifth annual Girls Empowerment Day in partnership with the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles. The event welcomed more than 5,000 middle and high school girls from across Los Angeles County for a full day of programming that blended sport, leadership, and well‑being.

Held in conjunction with AEG, the LA Kings, and supported by additional partners including the LA Dodgers, LA28, and LA84, the event transformed the home of the LA Galaxy into a powerful space for inspiration, confidence‑building, and opportunity for the next generation of female leaders.

Throughout the day, participants rotated through interactive sports experiences, connected with professional athletes and industry leaders, and gained exposure to a wide range of career pathways across the sports and entertainment ecosystem. Notable women who participated in the event included:

• Nia Toliver, USA Olympic Rugby Player
• Blake Bolden, Scout and Former Professional Hockey Player, LA Kings
• Manon Rheaume, Olympic Silver Medalist and Former Professional Hockey Player, LA Kings
• Jennifer Siebel Newsom, First Partner, State of California

“Girls Empowerment Day showed what’s possible when community, sport, and opportunity come together,” said Tamala Lewis, Sr. Director of Community Relations at Dignity Health Sports Park and a board member of the YMCA Gardena‑Carson. “By welcoming thousands of girls to this venue and connecting them to leaders across the sports industry, we helped open doors and inspire confidence at a critical moment in their lives.”

Girls Empowerment Day reinforced a shared commitment to using world‑class venues and teams as platforms for positive social impact, empowering girls to be leaders in their communities.

KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 13, 2026 /3BL/ – Faith Technologies Incorporated™ (FTI), a national leader in engineering, construction, manufacturing and clean energy is working with BioStar Renewables to support the development and delivery of clean energy infrastructure projects across the United States.

The collaboration brings FTI’s capabilities in engineering, manufacturing and electrical infrastructure together with BioStar’s experience in developing, financing and operating energy projects. The result is greater support for the deployment of solar, battery storage and next-generation energy systems for customers seeking reliable, scalable solutions.

Practical, Scalable Energy

Demand for resilient, affordable renewable energy continues to grow as organizations look to strengthen operations, manage long-term energy costs and meet sustainability goals. In 2025, U.S. electricity demand rose by about 3.1% — one of the largest annual increases in recent years. Solar generation also increased about 27% over 2024 and met roughly 61% of the nation’s electricity demand growth, which shows the increasing role of renewable resources in meeting overall energy needs. Customers want solutions they can trust with systems that perform reliably, reduce long-term operating costs and support sustainability commitments without adding complexity.

“FTI and BioStar share a commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Charlie Fredrickson, executive vice president with FTI. “That alignment helps customers move forward with confidence as they invest in renewable energy infrastructure built to perform over the long term.”

“Our relationship with FTI is about making clean energy more accessible and more achievable for the customers that need it most, especially in a market that is demanding speed and reliability,” said Bill Love, CEO, BioStar Renewables. “By uniting our teams, we’re able to deliver projects that are thoughtful in design, efficient to build and dependable for decades.”

Love added, “My relationship with FTI spans more than three decades, and when choosing a long-term partner to complement our origination and development business, FTI was the obvious choice. In a market that is demanding speed, creativity, and reliability, we knew that FTI’s reputation, capabilities and ethics were well suited for a long-term partnership.”

Experience and Vision

The partnership is strengthened by a proven history of collaboration and shared values. FTI and BioStar have worked together on multiple clean energy projects, including a solar and energy storage microgrid currently under construction for MasterCard’s data center in O’Fallon, Mo. This collaboration is further supported by deep electrical expertise rooted in Bill Love’s founding of SKC Electric and its later integration into FTI, bringing complementary skillsets and aligned values that enhance the value proposition for customers.

Through this collaboration, customers benefit from coordinated expertise across key areas, including:

• Engineering, procurement and construction of distributed energy microgrids and battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Electrical infrastructure design and installation, including EV charging and fleet adoption support
• Project financing and long-term ownership models that foster long-term relationships with customers
• Ongoing performance monitoring, maintenance and optimization ensuring that assets perform maximally for the entirety of their useful life
• Support in achieving decarbonization, resilience and sustainability goals amid tight timelines

This vertically integrated approach helps reduce complexity, streamline delivery and ensure systems are designed with both performance and practicality in mind.

From Fortune 500 campuses to municipalities and school districts, customers are seeking dependable clean energy solutions that strengthen their operations. FTI and BioStar are currently supporting clean energy projects across the country to meet that growing demand.

For more information on FTI and its services, visit faithtechinc.com.

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About BioStar Renewables

BioStar Renewables is a national leader in clean energy development, EPC services and long-term asset operations. We help organizations reduce energy costs, improve resilience and meet sustainability goals through practical, high-performance renewable energy solutions. Learn more at BioStarRenewables.com.

International Women’s Day is always a moment to celebrate progress, but it is also a time to reflect on the responsibility we carry as a global tech powerhouse to continue building workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Lenovo has recently been recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers 2025, and among the World’s Top Companies for Women 2025. Based on an independent global survey, this recognition captures the voices of thousands of employees across companies and industries to evaluate where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. For Lenovo, this recognition is meaningful not only as an achievement, but as validation of the inclusive culture we are continuously working to strengthen.

Lenovo has been building its culture of inclusion for nearly two decades. It is essential to how we innovate, collaborate, and lead. Operating in 180 markets, we serve customers across different cultures and industries. To do so effectively, our workforce must reflect the variety of communities we serve. Different perspectives strengthen our decisions, accelerate innovation, and enable us to deliver our vision of Smarter Technology for All.

Being recognized by Forbes as a top company for women reinforces that Lenovo is a place where women grow, lead, and succeed. This is supported by inclusive policies and programs designed to expand representation and opportunity across all levels of the organization. It reflects our ’We Are Lenovo’ values-driven culture of entrepreneurship, where employees feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

One of the strongest indicators of our inclusive culture is employee engagement. Lenovo global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Communities of Practice (COPs) connect thousands of employees around shared identities, experiences, and aspirations. Today, we have 46 global inclusion groups with women in leading roles, supporting pillars such as gender, people with disabilities, racial/ethnic backgrounds, and LGBTIQ+.  These groups foster mentorship, encourage open dialogue, and create meaningful development opportunities for all Lenovo employees.

Our commitment to inclusion is also closely connected to our broader vision of Smarter Technology for All. Just as we strive to make technology smarter and more accessible for our customers, we aim to create a workplace where opportunity is accessible to all our employees.

Forbes’ recognition validates the progress we have made, but it is not the finish line. Building an inclusive workplace is a continuous journey that requires listening, learning, and evolving.  

As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2026, let’s recognize and thank all the women at Lenovo who drive innovation, lead with purpose, and help shape a more inclusive future for our company and our communities. Follow @WeAreLenovo on Instagram this month to discover some of their stories.  

Happy International Women’s Day!

WHAT: Following submission to a recent inquiry from NSW Parliament, Jack Noonan, Head of Asia Pacific, Senior Vice President, will represent IWBI to present evidence to the NSW Upper House Portfolio Committee No. 2 – Health, on clean indoor air.

Nearly 13 million square meters (~140 million square feet) are engaged in WELL in Australia. With over 600 buildings on the continent utilizing the WELL Standard, the infrastructure for implementation, monitoring and verification is active and proven within the market.

As part of the inquiry, IWBI, the global authority for advancing healthy buildings, organizations and communities, recommends that the NSW Government:

• Demonstrate leadership by example by adopting the WELL Standard’s air quality thresholds as the recognized best practice point of reference
• Leverage industry-established IAQ Standards in private sector new construction and major renovations
• Require implementation of WELL strategies for public infrastructure and publicly subsidized projects
• Leverage the existing 600+ projects in the region as an evidence base

WHY: Poor indoor air quality represents a pervasive public health crisis—one that demands urgent, coordinated global action. Today, people spend about 90% of their time indoors, where the air can be as much as three to five times more polluted than outdoor air. From homes and schools to workplaces and public spaces, poor indoor air contributes to respiratory diseases and illnesses, cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline and rising healthcare costs for billions of people around the world. It disproportionately harms people living with chronic health conditions and disability, who represent one in two people in Australia.

IWBI submitted to the NSW Clean Indoor Air Inquiry on January 28.

“This work matters. Healthy buildings with healthy indoor air quality are our fulcrum in leveraging globally proven frameworks to protect public health and enhance our collective experience in the built environment on a huge scale,” said Jack Noonan, Head of Asia Pacific, Senior Vice President, IWBI. “By utilising proven frameworks, the NSW Government has an opportunity to bridge a gap in health equity–ensuring that our students in classrooms and workers in public offices benefit from the same environments that have become the standard in much of the private sector. We have the evidence; we must ensure that healthy indoor air is treated as a fundamental pillar of public health.”

“Governments around the world are beginning to lead by example on improving indoor air quality, moving beyond minimum codes and baseline standards,” said Rachel Hodgdon, President and CEO, IWBI. “Just as the private sector has embraced WELL as a signal of health leadership, governments have an opportunity to set the bar higher for achieving clean and healthy indoor air in the buildings they own and oversee.”

Last year, IWBI launched the Global Commission for Healthy Indoor Air in an effort to create the world’s foremost alliance of global leaders united in a shared mission to improve air quality around the world. Over the next year, the Commission is leading a Global Framework for Action to chart a comprehensive roadmap across every pillar of market transformation–from public awareness and policy to codes and standards. Aligned with the work of the Global Commission, IWBI is encouraged that the NSW Parliament is engaging a range of experts as it moves forward to explore policy pathways to advance clean indoor air.

WHO: Jack Noonan, Head of Asia Pacific, Senior Vice President, will represent IWBI for the inquiry. Noonan is a long-time member of the International Society for Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ). Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska of the ARC Training Centre, Co-Chair, Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air, previously served as a witness.

WHEN: Monday, March 16, 2026, 11:15 AM AEST

WHERE: Macquarie Room, Parliament House, Sydney | Livestream on the Parliament of New South Wales website.

Please email media@wellcertified.com to coordinate on-sight or post-hearing interviews

About the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is a public benefit corporation and the global authority for transforming health and well-being in buildings, organizations and communities. In pursuit of its public-health mission, IWBI mobilizes its community through the development and administration of the WELL Building Standard (WELL), WELL for residential, WELL Community Standard, its WELL ratings and management of the WELL AP credential. IWBI also translates research into practice, develops educational resources and advocates for policies that promote people-first places for everyone, everywhere. More information on WELL can be found here.

About the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air

The Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air is comprised of renowned international leaders and experts spanning public health, science, academia, policy and industry who are banding together to advance a Global Framework for Action for making healthy indoor environments the norm—not the exception—in all buildings everywhere. By charting a bold path forward and delivering a transdisciplinary strategy, the Commission seeks to empower decision-makers, accelerate innovation, unlock new sources of funding, shape policy and raise public awareness such that the health, economic and societal benefits of healthy indoor air are recognized, prioritized and realized at scale.

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