Employee Networks

For more than 30 years, our employee networks have provided an important forum for discussion, development and connection to our communities. These networks are led by employees with guidance and involvement from leadership. Open to all employees, these groups promote diversity and inclusion (D&I) through knowledge sharing, networking, professional development and volunteerism. The networks allow employees to connect with others with similar backgrounds, become allies and learn about those with different backgrounds, whether that be ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or shared life experiences. Network members also provide valuable input to the company’s D&I efforts by sharing feedback and promoting cultural awareness and education.

Our employee networks offer various programs and events to support personal and professional development. Most 2020 events were held virtually, which resulted in higher attendance as employees from different offices and field locations were able to participate in events that were historically limited to those in one physical location. More than 5,000 employees participated in various networks in 2020. A Yammer group focused on conversations regarding D&I was leveraged to promote events and provide replays and key takeaways from network interactions. We also saw an increase in collaboration between the networks across locations.

In June, ConocoPhillips Chairman and CEO Ryan Lance participated in a Juneteenth event hosted by the Houston and Bartlesville Black Employee Networks to share his views on the civil unrest occurring across the U.S. and the world.

Ryan Lance at the Pride Network eventAdditionally in June, Lance and Kelly Rose, senior vice president, Legal and former Houston Pride executive sponsor, raised the pride flag outside the Houston offices. Our Bartlesville and Norway offices also raised the pride flag in honor of Pride month. The flag raising demonstrates that inclusion is not just something we talk about; it is something we take action on at the highest levels of the organization.

2020 also saw the launch of two new networks. A Better Life for Everyone (ABLE) was established in Houston and Bartlesville to raise awareness and provide support, coaching, mentoring and networking opportunities for employees with disabilities as well as employees with family members impacted by disabilities. The Veterans & Ex-Military Network was established in our Australia business unit to recognize and celebrate current and former service members and look for ways to support the veteran and local communities where we operate.

In the spirit of valuing all people, ConocoPhillips supports the following internal network groups.