For Immediate Release
September 3, 2019
LIXIL Group Corporation

LIXIL to Strengthen Diversity and Inclusion
Establishing a new specialized HR organization to implement global D&I strategy
Tokyo – LIXIL Group Corporation (“LIXIL Group”, TSE Code: 5938), maker of pioneering water andhousing products, today announced that it has established a Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I)
Department within its HR Function, effective September 1. Akane Odake, formerly Senior Manager of theGlobal CR Department, has been appointed as General Manager of the Global D&I Department toimplement a unified strategy across the organization.
In 2016, LIXIL made Diversity and Inclusion one of the three key pillars of its Corporate Responsibility
Strategy, before establishing its Diversity and Inclusion Declaration in 2017. Under its declaration, LIXILGroup has committed to leveraging differences to create new energy and engagement generated byopen and honest dialogue across the organization. In line with its business strategy, these efforts will
enable employees to build an entrepreneurial mindset that will drive growth and sustainable innovation.
As a first step, the new department will define Diversity and Inclusion related priorities, set a global
strategy, and identify key initiatives based on LIXIL Group’s global business strategy by working closelywith all the regions and group companies around the world. Each business will then establish a tailored
strategy and KPIs, aiming to maximize its local impact.
Jin Montesano, Chief People Officer (CPO) of LIXIL Group Corporation, commented, “Social, political, andtechnological developments are continually disrupting businesses, and our ability to adapt and growdepends on our organization’s diversity. Companies with strong Diversity and Inclusion strategies andinitiatives are often the most competitive when it comes to attracting and retaining talent. At LIXIL, webelieve in the power of diversity and are committed to building an inclusive culture where all employees
can be themselves, be heard, and reach their full potential. This is fundamental to delivering stakeholder
value and realizing sustainable long-term growth.”
With approximately 75,000 colleagues in more than 150 countries, LIXIL Group’s products touch the livesof more than a billion people every day. Accelerating diversity and inclusion enhances collaboration andsynergies across the company, unlocking its potential to meet the demands of the dynamic globalmarket. LIXIL Group also undertakes R&D aimed at the development of new products and services thatembody ideas generated from different perspectives, using this to help improve people’s comfort andlifestyles, and make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.

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LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that solve everyday, real-life challenges, making better homes areality for everyone, everywhere. Drawing on our Japanese heritage, we create world-leading technology and innovate tomake high quality products that transform homes. But the LIXIL difference is how we do this; through meaningful design,an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to improving accessibility for all, and responsible business growth. Our approachcomes to life through industry leading brands, including INAX, GROHE, American Standard, and TOSTEM. With
approximately 75,000 colleagues operating in more than 150 countries, we are proud to make products that touch thelives of more than a billion people every day.
LIXIL Group Corporation (TSE Code: 5938) is the listed holding company for LIXIL’s portfolio of businesses.

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