Diversity & Inclusion

Optimum is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that works together to innovate, develop and deliver best-in-class products and services for our diverse customer base. Our eight employee affinity groups provide opportunities for employees to actively engage and influence an inclusive culture at Optimum, focusing on talent, workplace culture, community, products, services and operations.  With a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index over the last four years and recognition by Disability Equality Index for Disability Inclusion, we are seeing our efforts make a difference.

 

Together has no limits is Optimum’s cultural anthem. The idea of “together” means more than just our numbers. Together represents inclusion and opportunity for all types of people throughout our company.

 

Optimum’s commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) is rooted in providing our employees and our customers with the best experience possible. Our approach is informed by best practices in recruitment, retention, community and culture, which will help us build a company that is welcoming, respectful and with equal opportunities for all.

 

To support this vision, we have 8 employee Affinity Groups that foster communities with shared interests and backgrounds. Through professional development sessions, networking events, panels and community events, our Affinity Groups are helping to create a greater sense of belonging, improve understanding of differences, and inform businesses practices and policies. With support from the respective 8 executive sponsors, our Affinity Groups are making a lasting impact inside and outside the company.

 

The Optimum employee Affinity Groups include:

  • AAPI Community Together (ACT) - Celebrates the rich diversity stemming from the Asia Pacific region. The group is dedicated to building a community that advocates for and supports Asian American and Pacific Islander employees and that works collaboratively with co-affinity groups to build an inclusive culture at Optimum.
  • Optimum Access –Increasing awareness towards employees and customers with accessibility needs and supporting Optimum’s efforts to recruit and hire qualified individuals with disabilities.
  • Optimum Generations – Connecting generations by building relationships, valuing differences and leveraging commonalities within Optimum.
  • Optimum United Together (OUT) – Promoting acceptance, inclusion and interconnection of LGBTQ individuals at Optimum through career development support, advocacy, and supporting Optimum’s effort to recruit and retain top talent.
  • Black Organization for Leadership and Development (BOLD) – Focusing on enhancing the experience, retention and development of all Black employees.
  • HER Impact Network – Providing exposure, opportunity and advocacy to advance the representation and impact of women at Optimum. Supporting Optimum’s efforts to attract, develop and retain the best female talent.
  • The Military Family – Helping Optimum leverage the unique strengths and experiences of veteran employees to gain competitive advantage in our markets.
  • La Voz Unida – Assisting Altice USA in attracting, retaining and advancing the best Latino talent by connecting and building the bridge between Optimum and the Latino community.

 

 

Driving a D&I Mindset