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Published on July 23, 2024

Forbes Names Cone Health as a Best Employer for Women 

Cone Health is one of 16 N.C.-based companies on the list. 

 

Greensboro – Cone Health has been named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for Women 2024. This prestigious recognition is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc. The full list can be viewed on the Forbes website.  

“It is an honor to be recognized for our commitment to creating a workplace where women feel valued and empowered. We recognize that, when we have a true place of belonging where everyone can thrive, we are best positioned to provide exceptional care for our patients and communities,” said Michelle Adamolekun, executive vice president and chief people and culture officer at Cone Health. 

America’s Best Employers for Women were identified through an independent survey of over 150,000 women working for companies employing at least 1,000 people within the U.S. from all industry sectors.  

Over 4 million employer evaluations are considered.  

The result is based on three components: 

  • Personal Evaluations: Respondents were presented with a battery of statements about their current employer, in terms of topics related to atmosphere and development, Forbes Best Employers for Women logodiversity, image, salary/wage, workplace, and working conditions, as well as topics women are often interested in representation and career, pay equity, discrimination, flexibility, family support, and parental leave.  
  • Public Evaluations: Women participants were given the chance to evaluate other employers in their respective industries, or the employers of friends, acquaintances, and family members that stand out either positively or negatively.  
  • Diversity Among Top Executives/Board: Index based on the percentage of women among top executives and board directors. 
     
    Earlier this year, Cone Health was named by Forbes as a 2024 Best Employer for Diversity. It was the highest ranked organization headquartered in North Carolina on the list. Learn more about Cone Health’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the 2023 Annual Report.