Fifth Third Recognized as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion

Fifth Third (NASDAQ: FITB) has achieved a top score of 100 on The Disability Index® for the fifth year in a row, reaffirming its commitment to workplace inclusion. The bank was also named among the Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, a distinction awarded to organizations demonstrating leadership in creating accessible, equitable work environments.

“At Fifth Third, we are committed to creating an environment where an opportunity to thrive is available to all,” said Nancy Pinckney, Chief Human Resources Officer at Fifth Third. “We are delighted that these efforts have once again been recognized by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities.”

About the Disability Index®

The Disability Index® is the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool for corporate disability inclusion. It evaluates organizations across categories such as culture and leadership, enterprise-wide access, employment practices, community engagement, and accessible procurement. Companies earning a top score are designated as “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion.” Established in 2015, the index was developed in collaboration with the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD).

“We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect,” said Stephanie A. Smith, Chief Inclusion Officer at Fifth Third. “We care about our people and their growth and believe that coming together as One Bank is our greatest strength.”

Programs Supporting Disability Inclusion

Fifth Third has been a long-standing partner of Project SEARCH, a one-year program designed to help high school students with disabilities transition into the workforce. Since 2005, more than 400 individuals have been trained through the program at Fifth Third, with 29 now serving as employees. The bank is one of more than 750 Project SEARCH sites worldwide.

Additionally, Fifth Third was the first bank to design a checking account for the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program, enabling individuals with disabilities to save and invest for disability-related expenses.

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