We embrace our values of integrity, excellence, innovation, inclusion and teamwork & respect everyday. We uphold civil and human rights, foster culture and belonging, and invest in the health, safety, and development of our global workforce. We believe that empowering people—inside and outside our company—drives creativity, collaboration, and responsible growth.
We regularly measure engagement through annual surveys and pulse check-ins, using the feedback to shape actions at all levels. In 2024, we achieved a response rate of 73% on our global engagement survey, with 85% of respondents reporting a strong sense of support and appreciation in their work. Key themes from recent feedback include recognition, team communication, and career growth, which are now guiding our engagement strategies.
Culture & Belonging is about creating an environment where every employee feels seen, heard, valued, and empowered to contribute their best. It is a company-wide effort to promote inclusion, respect, and equity while recognizing and celebrating what makes us unique.
Culture and Belonging are not isolated initiatives. They are integrated into how we conduct business and live our values daily. Whether it's Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Teamwork, Respect, or Inclusion, these values guide our actions and ensure that every individual at HARMAN has the opportunity to thrive. Critical to facilitating and catalyzing these values are HARMAN's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
ERGs are employee-led communities built around shared experiences, identities, interests, or goals. At HARMAN, they are a powerful and tangible way to strengthen our culture of belonging and foster meaningful connections across teams, functions, and geographies.
More than just internal communities, ERGs serve as a strategic resource, helping employees grow both personally and professionally while advancing business outcomes. They create spaces where people can connect, collaborate, and experience a deeper sense of inclusion and support.
From organizing events and learning opportunities to driving innovation and cross-functional collaboration, ERGs play a key role in building an inclusive workplace and fostering a more connected HARMAN.
Our Legal cross functional teams continue to play an essential role in ensuring that our workplace policies and practices meet the needs of our global workforce. By aligning with local regulations and cultural expectations, we remain true to our values of Integrity and Compliance, ensuring a consistent experience of belonging, regardless of where employees are located.
We launched "Traditions on Tour," a new feature on our Viva Engage platform that is the primary space for all ERG-led activities, employee events, and culture and belonging observances. Whether your ERG is organizing a panel, volunteering in the community, hosting an educational session, or celebrating a heritage month, Traditions on Tour is the platform to share those recaps and highlights with the global employee community.
We believe in supporting the whole person, not just the employee. Our wellness approach encompasses physical, mental, and financial health, with tailored resources for local needs.
In 2024, we introduced global wellness days, expanded Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), and increased mental health awareness training for managers. 55% of employees participated in wellness-related initiatives during the year, demonstrating growing momentum in our well-being culture.
We also piloted mindfulness workshops, ergonomics assessments for remote workers, and fitness reimbursement programs in select regions, which we intend to expand based on participation and feedback.
Continuous learning is critical in a rapidly evolving technology sector. We invest in various development programs to ensure our employees possess the skills and knowledge needed to thrive today and in the future.
HARMAN University, launched in 2016, is HARMAN's dedicated platform for employee learning and development. It aims to foster continuous employee growth by offering a wide range of courses to develop leadership, business, technical, and functional skills. The importance of HARMAN University is underscored by its alignment with HARMAN's broader business strategy. It helps ensure employees at all levels and locations have equal opportunities for professional development, promoting a culture of inclusivity and innovation. By investing in its workforce's education and skills, HARMAN enhances employee satisfaction, retention, and drives innovation and growth. This, in turn, creates value for stakeholders by strengthening the company's competitive edge and maintaining its reputation as a leader in the technology sector.
HARMAN University hosted four major learning events in 2024:
A global event with five tracks: Sustainability, Workforce of the Future, Leadership 5.0, Change Transformation, and Digitalization.
61 training sessions with over 2,500 participants.
A global event with 44 training sessions.
3,800 participants.
A global event with 9 training sessions.
Over 5,000 participants.
A global event with 55 training sessions.
5,500 participants.
Our learning platforms provided more than 11.7 hours of training per employee on average in 2024, encompassing technical upskilling, leadership development, and other various workforce training. Programs like the HARMAN Leadership Academy and engineering rotational initiatives promote growth across every level of the organization.
Safety is a core value, not a compliance exercise. Our Safety First Campaign equips employees with the tools and responsibility to act safely in every role. In 2024, we improved our Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) by 10% year-over-year, reaching 0.090 globally. Sites such as Pune, India, achieved 4,000 consecutive days without a recordable injury, demonstrating what a culture of safety can achieve.
In 2024, Global Safety Week brought employees together through panels and events focused on physical safety, mental health, and technology's role in safer workplaces. Topics included AI and sensor tech for equipment safety, mental wellness, and Duty of Care for traveling staff.
Key safety achievements across our sites include:
Pune, India: 4,000 consecutive days without a recordable injury, driven by leadership, DOJO training, safety talks, and family engagement.
Querétaro, Mexico: Building 1 marked one year injury-free—over 3.3 million safe work hours—thanks to initiatives like “Safety Guardians,” site-wide training, and daily inspections.
These successes show that injury prevention is possible when we work together.
Our Safe Work Playbook, created during COVID-19, continues to guide global health protocols—covering occupancy, sanitation, contact tracing, flexible work, and visitor screening. We remain committed to adapting to evolving health standards.
Looking ahead, our global priorities include:
Safety is a continuous journey. Together, we're building workplaces where everyone feels empowered to act safely and protect one another.