Diversity and Inclusion at CPI


At CPI, we are passionate about increasing the diversity of our teams and ensuring that our colleagues feel valued, included and can be their authentic self.

It is our aim to transform the organisation into one where everyone is treated fairly and equally, whilst attracting and retaining talent through an inclusive, diverse and trusted environment.

Introduction from Wendy McFarlane, Chair of the Inclusion Network

“At CPI, we are wholeheartedly dedicated to nurturing a workplace where diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values. Inspired by leading practices across UK businesses, we strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic self to work.

“Our commitment is to build a culture that not only embraces diversity but also actively promotes equality and inclusion, ensuring that all voices are heard and celebrated.”

Mission statement

Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) at CPI is not merely about assembling a diverse group of individuals; it is about recognising the value and importance of these differences and creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.

We view D&I as an essential component of driving success, engagement, and wellbeing, rather than a problem to be solved. This strategy document is designed to provide transparency about the deliberate actions we are taking to increase the representation of different groups within our business and ensure everyone feels included. By embracing diverse perspectives, we aim to make better decisions, become a better business, value our people and be brilliant for our customers.

Senior Leadership Commitment

Our Senior Leaders play a critical role in fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the commitment from each member of both the Senior Leadership Team and the Regional Leadership Team is to hold themselves and their teams accountable for achieving diversity and inclusion objectives. To reinforce this, each leader commits to a measurable improvement in an under-represented group as part of their annual personal performance objectives.

Tony O’Sullivan
Tony
O’Sullivan

CEO

Wendy McFarlane
Wendy McFarlane

Finance Director

Craig Buttenshaw
Craig Buttenshaw

Head of Operations

Marc Case
Marc Case

Commercial Manager

Stuart Russell
Stuart Russell

Commercial Manager

Ed Pennie
Ed Pennie

Head of IT

Steven Giles
Steven Giles

Head of HR

Stewart McGregor
Stewart McGregor

Technical Manager

Measurement of performance

By measuring progress as well as celebrating successes, we will continuously improve our D&I initiatives to ensure the ongoing advancement of our organization and the well-being of all employees.

2025

In 2025 we have committed to achieving a greater balance in gender
representation for our
workforce with the aim to
track above industry average by the end of the year.

2026

By the end of 2026, we aim to increase gender balance tracking above the industry average and start to measure other under-represented
groups such as ethnicity,
disability and LGBTQ+.

2027 and beyond

Our longer-term goal would be to aim for a gender balance, widening the gap above the industry average and to increase our representation in areas of ethnicity, disability and
LGBTQ+.

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