Goldman Sachs has once again made its mark in establishing itself as an employer of choice.The company emerged as the top employer in Hong Kong for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) inclusion this year.
In a country against such public debate, several Chinese executives have started commenting on social and political issues to enhance their reputations.
Chinese businesses are starting to show interest in the purchasing power of the LGBT consumer market — often referred to as the “pink dollar” — a trend led by e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
Recognising and respecting the rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community is good for business, said speakers at the recent “Out on the Street” summit in Hong Kong, hosted by HSBC.
Hong Kong is leading the way for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) employees, thanks to the launch of Asia’s first and only benchmark of corporate policies and practices for creating inclusive workplaces.