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The Nature Conservancy named one of 2024’s Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America

TNC is ranked fourth overall and #1 non-profit in North America by awards recognizing positive and inclusive work culture

TNC staff in the field at Mobile Bay, Alabama
TNC Staff Group Shot TNC Senior Leaders work together to build five reef structures at Arlington Cove in Mobile Bay, Alabama. © Erika Nortemann/The Nature Conservancy

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The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is proud to share that it has been named one of the 2024 Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America, an award that recognizes people-first organizations around the globe. Presented by the Inspiring Workplaces Group (IW), the awards recognize best-performing organizations that have created a positive and inclusive work culture for their employees. TNC is ranked fourth overall and the #1 non-profit in North America.

The North American Inspiring Workplaces Awards annually recognize and celebrate organizations of all sizes and industries for creating exceptional, people-first workplaces with positive and inspiring cultures that make employees feel like they belong. Each organization must demonstrate ways in which they put people first based on six key elements: culture and purpose, leadership, well-being, inclusion, employee voice and employee experience. TNC was especially recognized for its intentional focus on culture and purpose.

“We are honored to be recognized a top Inspiring Workplace in North America and especially proud to be ranked as the #1 non-profit,” said Mike Tetreault, Chief People Officer of The Nature Conservancy. “Our focus on creating a positive and inclusive work environment allows us to harness the full potential of our diverse and talented team. This award reflects the incredible efforts of our staff, and is a testament to our collective dedication, passion, and shared commitment to our global mission. Together, we are creating a positive and inspiring world where nature and people can thrive.”

TNC’s work is deeply rooted in our strong mission and unique values. We believe our people are at the heart of our success, and we strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace culture that reflects our global character. Our staff have opportunities to collaborate with teams worldwide, participate in various learning programs focused on professional and functional skills, receive regular updates on conservation and science developments, and chart career paths that align with their personal and professional interests and skills.

Today, as TNC takes on the most complex environmental challenges of our lives, our diverse staff, partners and members impact conservation across more than 70 countries and territories. Learn more about our 2030 Goals and organizational priorities.

The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at an unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. The Nature Conservancy is working to make a lasting difference around the world in 77 countries and territories (41 by direct conservation impact and 36 through partners) through a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit nature.org or follow @nature_press on X.