The importance of diversity and inclusion at Nationwide

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our On Your Side® experience for our associates, suppliers and customers. Each individual is unique. Recognizing this uniqueness and knowing how to work effectively across our differences are critical to our success as a company and being able to deliver on our promise.

The importance of diversity and inclusion to our culture and our business is reflected in our values and every aspect of the company. Our core performance value depends on our commitment to listening to every voice and considering every point of view in our daily interactions with each other, our suppliers and our customers.

We're proud of our commitment to diversity, and that includes the suppliers we work with. As one of the largest insurance and financial companies in the world, it can be a challenge for suppliers to find the right decision-makers to meet with. That's why we established a companywide Supplier Diversity program.

Nationwide is committed to supporting diverse suppliers
Expand all

The goal of Nationwide's Supplier Diversity program is to foster the promotion, growth and development of enterprises owned by minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. The program has played an important role in developing Nationwide's diverse suppliers and helping determine whether their products or services fit within Nationwide's corporate strategies.

Nationwide's Office of Supplier Diversity focuses on contracting with, educating, investing in and mentoring diverse suppliers. For example, we partner with diverse supplier certification agencies to identify new suppliers, sponsor and facilitate professional development and education forums, and actively participate in mentorship programs.

As Nationwide continues to grow, we are committed to doing our part to ensure that diverse businesses are a part of the mainstream of our company and our nation's free enterprise system.

To learn more about Supplier Diversity at Nationwide, email us at ProcurSD@nationwide.com.

An MBE that’s located in the United States is at least 51% owned and controlled by a minority person (or persons) who is a citizen of the United States, and it’s operated on a for-profit basis.

A WBE that’s located in the United States is at least 51% owned and controlled by a woman (or women) who is a citizen of the United States, and it’s operated on a for-profit basis.

A VBE that’s located in the United States is at least 51% owned and controlled by a veteran (or veterans) who is a citizen of the United States, and it’s operated on a for-profit basis.

An LGBTBE that’s located in the United States is at least 51% owned or operated and controlled by a gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender person (or persons) who is a citizen of the United States, and it’s operated on a for-profit basis.

A disability-owned business enterprise (DOBE) is a for-profit business that is at least 51% owned, managed and controlled by a person with a disability regardless of whether or not that business owner employs person(s) with a disability.

In addition to city, state and federal agencies, Nationwide also accepts certifications from the following third-party agencies:

Nationwide welcomes the opportunity to explore relationships with all businesses. If you think your business qualifies for diverse supplier certification (minority-owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned, disabled-owned or LGBTQ+-owned), email us.

Procurement develops supplier solutions to meet business unit requirements for purchased products and services, negotiates and implements contracts, and manages suppliers to contract with our internal clients. The Supplier Diversity Office supports Procurement to ensure that a diverse supplier base is available during the bid process.

Nationwide values diversity and understands the challenges facing minority, women, and small businesses. Together, Procurement and Supplier Diversity provide our customers with quality goods and services at the best possible costs.

Suppliers will be selected as part of the Procurement sourcing process consistent with the sourcing strategy in place for that commodity. All suppliers will be evaluated against the same requirements. Quality or service standards will never be compromised with the selection of a supplier.