Español MENU Home > About GEICO | Corporate Links and Resources Diversity at GEICO One of GEICO's strengths is the diversity of our associates – it infuses our company with energy and new ideas, and helps us meet the needs of our millions of policyholders. Our belief in inclusion drives our day-to-day business and gives us the strength to win in a competitive marketplace. SEARCH CURRENT OPENINGS Our Mission GEICO believes that greater inclusion leads to a more productive, engaged, and dynamic environment for both our associates and our customers. Not only is our workforce increasingly culturally diverse, but so are those we serve. These changing demographics demand that GEICO focus on cultural competence and inclusion to fully utilize the talents of all our associates so we may serve our customers to the best of our abilities. Career Growth We're dedicated to the growth and development of every associate. Employee Resource Groups ERGs are committed to bringing associates from all communities together. Mentorship We can all use a helping hand, and mentorships do just that. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We demonstrate our commitment to inclusion through a concerted focus on increasing the cultural competence of all associates at GEICO, especially those in management. We are building a culturally competent company that brings together our diverse workforce in a manner that honors and respects differences. We promote policies that demonstrate we can all work together to produce better outcomes for our teams and our customers. Our Workforce Data Foundational to Diversity and Inclusion at GEICO is understanding and sharing our workforce demographic data. Below is our workforce data for 2020. Associate Demographics by Race/Ethnicity and Gender GEICO takes great strides to ensure that we have a diverse workforce. In the graphs below, we highlight our progress over the past few years, as well as how we are trending through our new hires. * Our graphs below show all associate data by December 2018, all associate data by December 2020, and all newly hired associates during the year of 2020. Management Demographics by Race/Ethnicity and Gender In addition to highlighting the diversity of our entire workforce, GEICO is committed to ensuring that our management reflects everyone who works here. Below is our management representation as well as how we have been changing over time. * Our graphs below show all management members data by December 2018, all management members data by December 2020, and all associates promoted into or within management in 2020. CEO, Todd Combs on GEICO's Diversity & Inclusion Diversity not only makes us a stronger company, but it also makes us better equipped to serve our customers and communities. Our commitment to inclusion goes beyond developing and maximizing the skills and talents of all our associates. Inclusion at GEICO means providing opportunities for associates, at every level, to excel and achieve their career ambitions while experiencing a sense of belonging that provides the peace of mind and confidence in themselves. GEICO Community Spotlight Our GEICO Community Spotlight is on Chief Diversity Officer, Carl Tims. Starting out as a service counselor, Tims has dedicated his time at GEICO to bringing people together. Chief Diversity Officer, Carl Tims Carl Tims serves as Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, leading our Community Engagement and Diversity and Inclusion planning center. His tenure at GEICO most recently included serving as Assistant Vice President of Claims for our Southeast and Midwest regions. Tims began his career with GEICO in 1992, as a Service Counselor in our regional office in Macon, Georgia. Soon after, he transitioned to liability claims as a claim service representative (CSR) and was later promoted to continuing unit examiner before moving into management as a CSR supervisor in 1998 and a CSR manager in 2003. Tims moved to GEICO's corporate headquarters in Chevy Chase, Maryland, in 2005, where he took on the role of director of claims performance review and then entered GEICO's Executive Assistant Program. Upon completing that management program, Tims became regional liability director for our regional office in Lakeland, Florida before returning to the Macon regional office in 2010. In addition to his current role, Tims has been very involved in the company's social responsibility initiatives and presently serves as a board member for the GEICO Educational Foundation and the Harriet Tubman Museum in Georgia. He has served on several other community boards, including United Way of Central Georgia and the Urban League of Greater Atlanta. Tims earned a bachelor's degree in political science from Georgia Southwestern State University College. He holds professional designations in Claims Law, Associate in Claims (AIC), and Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), which is widely seen as the most distinguished insurance designation. Our Diversity & Inclusion Goals Associate Development Developing and nurturing the diverse talents of all associates to ensure everyone in the GEICO family can reach their full potential. Management Development Expanding the cultural competence of our management team. Management Tools & Resources Guiding management with tools to respectfully identify and address bias in talent discussion. Community Building Facilitating a greater sense of community through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Improving Job Seeker Experience Ensuring that diverse job seekers experience a welcoming and inclusive environment where their talents are recognized and valued. GEICO Employee Resource Groups GEICO's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide associates support, resources, and a greater sense of belonging. There is plenty of room for ERGs at GEICO, and we look forward to expanding ours to address the needs of our dynamic and diverse workforce. Go Bold GEICO Organization for Black Outreach and Leadership Development PRIDE People Revolutionizing Inclusion, Diversity, and Engagement Parent PEERS Providing Education, Encouragement, Resources, and Support From networking to helping achieve career goals, ERGs are a valuable resource for impactful growth and development. Everyone can participate! Regardless of your position, tenure, background, or identity, every single GEICO associate is welcome to join. Community Support & Development ERGs are avenues for associates to build networks, work on career goals, and share insights with their peers. Allies Welcome! Allies are someone who doesn't necessarily identify as a member of the group strongly supports it and wants to learn more. Allies are encouraged to attend. Our Diversity Celebrations & Activities GEICO has been committed to celebrating the diversity of our more than 40,000 associates. These celebrations are led by our associates with the support and engagement of our management teams in every location. The celebrations include Black History, Asian Pacific Islanders, Hispanic Heritage, Women's History, Pride, Irish Heritage and Native American. Activities at our diversity celebrations include panel discussions with leaders representing the diversity of our company, education focused on the community being celebrated, dancing, food and other cultural highlights, as well as outside speakers to increase associates' awareness of the contributions of various cultures and demographic groups. Diversity In The News From awards and milestones to relatable and inspirational stories, GEICO strives to highlight proud moments of diversity in action. GEICO's Grace Hopper Celebration Page wins WEB Award GEICO is proud to announce that the company has received a 2019 WEB-Award for Outstanding Achievement in Web Development from the Web Marketing Association. READ MORE Kirk La: My story of loss, learning and living out my dreams. Everyone has a different path that ultimately brought them to GEICO. READ MORE For VP Joe Pusateri, being true to self has been a rewarding journey. As vice president of marketing, Joe Pusateri oversees the multi-billion dollar effort to keep GEICO as one of the world's most recognized brands. READ MORE Our Community Engagement GEICO has a long history of engaging with the communities our associates call home. Through outreach and volunteerism, we work with the National Urban League and the Boys & Girls Club throughout the country. Additionally, we are involved with organizations supporting the LGBTQ+, Latino, Black, Native American and several other diverse communities. This support comes through our management team's participation on the boards of several organizations and our associates' volunteer work–which includes participation in mentoring and tutoring programs; serving and advocating for urban communities to promote wellness, justice, equality, and essential human services; parenting and support services; and supporting compromised communities through food banks and other organizations that focus on homelessness. GEICO has been a strong partner with the United Way for over 35 years, and our associates faithfully donate time and money to support United Way member organizations serving diverse communities. We also partner with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and other organizations that target students with diverse backgrounds. Whether through board memberships, participating in activities on campus, meeting with diverse students to discuss career opportunities or working with schools to ensure students are well prepared to enter the workforce, GEICO management is committed to recruiting diverse candidates with unique experiences and perspectives. Excited about a career at GEICO? GEICO has the career you're looking for with a dedicated team to help you achieve your goals. VIEW OPENINGS PRIVACY NOTICE & PERSONAL DATA REQUEST LEGAL & SECURITY CAREERS CONTACT US ACCESSIBILITY SITE MAP ESPAÑOL GEICO © 1996-2021