Diversity Page - Evercore

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

“At Evercore, we are committed to empowering our people to thrive by sustaining a culture of inclusion that embraces diversity and creates opportunity for all. We are dedicated to promoting greater diversity within the firm, providing equitable access to opportunities for all, instilling an environment where all feel unequivocally supported and fully integrated into the global firm and holding ourselves accountable for driving progress. We believe that diversity of thought and experiences makes us better, both as a firm and as individuals, and we therefore strive to create a culture that celebrates the many unique differences among us.”

Roger Altman, Founder and Senior Chairman
John Weinberg, Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO
Ralph Schlosstein, Chairman Emeritus

We have four strategic pillars in support of our vision:

Promoting greater diversity within Evercore, with strong representation of various groups across all levels, including top leadership;
Building knowledge and understanding of key diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) issues across the organization and cultivating broad accountability for driving progress;
Strengthening our meritocracy so it is experienced equitably among all employees, leading to equitable access of opportunities; and
Cultivating an environment where all diverse professionals feel unequivocally supported and fully integrated into the firm

Firmwide Partnerships

Our Co-CEOs have signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge, joining a group of leaders from more than 1,600 organizations in a united commitment to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces, communities and society. We were inspired to sign the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge because we believe in its premise and its focus on action and accountability. We also benefit from the vast network of other co-signatories to learn from and exchange best practices around DE&I.

We are proud members of the Coqual Task Force and a community of like-minded businesses advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within our organizations and our broader communities. Coqual is a highly regarded think tank that advises 80+ of the world’s leading corporations on workplace diversity, equity and inclusion.

Meet Our People

Brogiin Keeton

Global Diversity Council

“Our Diversity Council and its various networks makes me feel Evercore is a company which reflects my values. And, it makes me feel this is a firm which acknowledges my voice, appreciates my intersectional perspective and is ultimately committed to my development as a professional.”

Head of Litigation
Co-Lead of TURM

Courtney McBean

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

“Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a core component of our values. Having varied perspectives helps us better serve our clients, our community and each other.”

Senior Managing Director, U.S. Advisory
Co-Lead of Women’s Network

Ike Ngwudo

Investment Banking Sophomore Seminar

“I participated in Evercore’s Investment Banking Sophomore Seminar which invites underrepresented students across the country to gain exposure into the day in the life of a banker. Through this program, I gained a more robust understanding of Investment Banking and learned more about Evercore’s culture from current employees.”

Associate, U.S. Advisory

Kolbi M. Brown

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

“Evercore has been proactive in its efforts to recruit diverse talent, including hosting diversity events and seminars, industry and networking opportunities with current employees and analyst panels at historically black colleges and universities.”

Associate, U.S. Advisory

Maren Winnick

Women's Network

“We have a culture of entrepreneurial teamwork which only succeeds if we can each bring our authentic selves to work. Our Women’s Network delivers on this through an understanding that no two careers are the same. What matters is a platform to perform, a fair scorecard to succeed and a community behind you.”

Senior Managing Director, U.S. Advisory
Co-Lead of Women’s Network

Michael Beck

EverProud

“EverProud, the firm’s LGBTQ+ Network, helped me to maintain a sense of community during the pandemic. I am glad to be part of a network that amplifies diversity, equity and inclusion at the firm. Some of my strongest working relationships started in this network.”

Managing Director, Wealth Management,
Co-Lead of EverProud Network

Natasha Pai

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

“Over the past few years, Evercore has made it clear that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a top priority across the firm. I have personally sat in on recruiting meetings with the C-suite to discuss our success in recruiting diverse candidates and plan for what we can do better.”

Vice President, U.S. Advisory

Robert Andrews

TURM Network (Traditionally Underrepresented Minorities)

“People of color are not monolithic in views, opinions or life experiences, but we tend to all share a feeling of professional isolation in our industry that historically has not embraced diversity. The TURM Network helps foster community and works with leadership to create a more inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.”

Managing Director, Evercore ISI
Co-Lead of TURM

Luisa Andrade

TURM Network (Traditionally Underrepresented Minorities)

“As a TURM member, I recognize Evercore’s efforts to enrich its culture and pivot away from the traditional banking context. Not only is the TURM Network raising awareness of social inclusivity, but it is fostering a community for equal development. TURM is creating networking opportunities while building a mentorship program, which I truly benefit from and enjoy. It is encouraging to see engagement and support at all levels of the firm.”

Senior Associate, Finance

Jon Kaplan

Allyship

“Being an ally gives me an opportunity to learn from my colleagues as to how I can help enhance our culture of inclusion at Evercore.”

Senior Counsel, Legal & Compliance

Rob Butko

Recruiting

“Having participated in numerous recruiting exercises for interns, graduates and experienced hires, I can confidently say that diversity is a top priority in the Evercore hiring process. The enthusiasm for equitable and inclusive hiring is very clear during hiring discussions and in the clear focus devoted by the entire Evercore team, from top to bottom.”

Associate, U.S. Advisory

Moez Dhahri

TURM Network (Traditionally Underrepresented Minorities)

“As a TURM member, I am proud to see the Firm taking actions to strengthen minorities’ inclusion and provide a framework where members and allies feel valued and empowered to help others. I have always believed that in our industry, people are the true competitive advantage of a firm. Ensuring we have an employee base that truly represents the society in which we live will ensure our continued success.”

Associate, Middle East Advisory

Louis Staddon Foster

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

“DE&I at Evercore is as much driven from the bottom-up as it is from the top-down. The entrepreneurial mindset and flat structure means that even junior employees can implement new initiatives and drive positive change through the organisation.”

Analyst, U.K. Advisory

Ros Ogilvie-Smith

Allyship

“Today, proactive allyship is absolutely essential. At Evercore, it is also an authentic expression of our values. There are numerous benefits for those taking part, and as both a member and ally of Evercore’s DE&I networks, I’ve gained such valuable insights and learning from the events organised.”

Vice President, U.K. Advisory

Alex Hong

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

“Evercore draws its strength from the diversity of its people. As a global firm operating across diverse geographies and cultures, we play the critical role of being trusted advisers to our clients as they navigate pertinent issues within the markets in which they operate. Our diversity, equity and inclusion confers legitimacy to our perspectives and differentiates our advice.”

Vice President, Singapore Advisory

Our Global Diversity Council

We established The Global Diversity Council, which comprises our four Diversity Networks, for employees with the goal of supporting and advancing the unique needs of our four important employee groups:

Women’s Network
Traditionally Underrepresented Minorities (TURM Network)
EverProud (LGBTQ+ Network)
Veterans Network

We acknowledge and welcome intersecting identities across all lines of difference. All of our networks are active in cultivating informal and formal opportunities for allyship, participating in the firm’s recruiting efforts, building programs around cultural awareness and creating professional development opportunities for their respective constituencies. All employees are encouraged to join diversity networks as members or allies. Our networks host a multitude of events throughout the year, many of them with notable leaders in their respective populations.

“As a firm, we are in the business of providing our clients solutions through innovative and strategic advice. The best way to solve the hardest problems is to assemble a team of talented professionals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our success depends on our ability to cultivate an atmosphere that nourishes and develops this talent. It’s remarkable to see how Evercore has continued to make significant investments in broadening the representation of diverse and female professionals. As the Chairman of Evercore’s global advisory business, I consider supporting the development and advancement of women and diverse individuals at the firm to be one of the most important aspects of my job.”

Eduardo Mestre, Chair of the Global Diversity Council

Women's Network

Traditionally Underrepresented Minorities Network (TURM)

EverProud (LGBTQ+ Network)

Veterans Network (U.S.)

Who We Are

We are a community dedicated to supporting and engaging the women of Evercore in furthering their pursuit of professional and personal achievement.

This is accomplished through:
- Recruiting and retaining top female talent at all levels
- Mentorship and sponsorship opportunities
- Community-building programs
- Career development training
- Support during life events (personal and professional)

Network Leaders

Lea Lazaric Calvert (EMEA) Senior Managing Director, Private Capital Advisory

Renee Chang (U.S.)
Managing Director, Evercore ISI

Courtney McBean (U.S.)
Senior Managing Director, Corporate Advisory

Maren Winnick (U.S.)
Senior Managing Director, Corporate Advisory

Who We Are

We are a network which supports the racial, cultural and ethnic diversity of Evercore employees and advocates and raises social awareness to build a more vibrant, inclusive community, including by helping to attract, develop and retain talented individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups. We welcome all Evercore employees, whether members of traditionally underrepresented groups or majority allies, to join us in empowering change and manifesting Evercore’s Core Value of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Network Leaders

Robert Andrews (U.S.)
Managing Director, Evercore ISI

Swag Ganguly (EMEA)
Senior Managing Director, Corporate Advisory

Anisa Javeri (U.S.)
Managing Director, Private Funds Group

Brogiin Keeton (U.S.)
Managing Director, Legal & Compliance

Rafael Polanco (U.S.)
Senior Managing Director, Corporate Advisory

Who We Are

EverProud is a network of LGBTQ+ employees and allies that champions LGBTQ+ diversity, equity, and belonging at Evercore by promoting an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We seek to attract, develop and support LGBTQ+ leaders and create forums for active engagement and partnership between LGBTQ+ colleagues and allies. We believe that our clients are best served when our employees can be their true, authentic selves, and we are committed to making Evercore the employer of choice for top LGBTQ+ talent in our industry.

Network Leaders

Michael Beck (U.S.)
Managing Director, Evercore Wealth Management

Uttara Marti (U.S.)
Managing Director, Corporate Advisory

Martin Paul (U.S.)
Director, Human Capital Group

Who We Are

We are a network dedicated to ensuring that veterans are positioned to succeed as members of the Evercore team and that the organization fully benefits from the unique experiences and skills of veterans.

We support veterans through the following initiatives:
- Recruiting: Cultivate opportunities for veterans interested in joining the Evercore team
- Mentoring: Support the development and success of veterans in the early stages of their Evercore careers
- Networking: Build a community within Evercore of former military members and allies
- Supporting Veterans Organizations: Develop connectivity with the broader military community by supporting and engaging with external veterans organizations