Mission and History

Founded in 1962, Catalyst is the leading nonprofit corporate membership research and advisory organization working globally with businesses and the professions to build inclusive environments and expand opportunities for women and business. With offices in New York, Sunnyvale, Toronto, and Zug, and the support and confidence of more than 340 leading corporations, firms, business schools, and associations, Catalyst is connected to business and its changing needs and is the premier resource for information and data about women in the workplace. In addition, Catalyst honors exemplary business initiatives that promote women’s leadership with the annual Catalyst Award.

Catalyst Vision
Catalyst Values
2007 Catalyst Annual Report
2006 Catalyst Annual Report
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Catalyst History
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Catalyst Vision
Catalyst seeks a world that supports and encourages every woman in her career aspirations and places no limits on where her skills and energy can take her.

Catalyst Values
People—Catalyst values the respectful treatment and development of people. Our strength lies in the diversity of our people—their backgrounds, experiences, styles, and approaches to doing work.
Knowledge—Catalyst pursues, disseminates, and applies knowledge. We link theory with practice, providing all stakeholders with the information and tools necessary to put knowledge into action.
Innovation—Catalyst embodies originality, openness, and flexibility in all aspects of our work. As thought leaders in making change, we create cutting-edge ideas, services, products, and solutions.
Celebration—Catalyst publicly honors, recognizes, and reinforces achievements of the business community, individuals, and our staff. In having fun while we work, we are strong.
Excellence—Catalyst strives for excellence and quality in everything we do. We operate with integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness in our work and in our interactions with others.