Our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity for all

At IDEXX, our employees are a key enabler to achieving our purpose to be a great company that creates exceptional long-term value for our customers, employees and shareholders by enhancing the health and wellbeing of pets, people and livestock. We recognize and respect diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and we believe these differences are essential drivers of our innovation and success. To best serve our customers and communities, we seek to ensure our global workplaces are dynamic, welcoming and supportive for all employees.

Strategic vision, mission, and focus areas to advance a culture of inclusion

Our vision is to ensure all employees have equal opportunity to achieve professional growth and contribute to our purpose in meaningful ways aligned with their unique skillsets.

Our mission is to drive innovation, deliver long-term value to our customers and ensure we support the wellbeing, engagement and professional development of all employees. We aim to foster a culture of inclusion, where our innovative spirit is enhanced by different perspectives, talents and experiences.

To advance our mission, we focus on four areas:

1. Workforce: IDEXX cultivates a workforce and leadership team to best serve our customers and reflect the communities where we are based. Career development opportunities, wellness, and engagement activities are made available to all employees. We base employment decisions on merit and seek to engage a diverse, well-qualified talent community.
2. Work environments: IDEXX creates and upholds inclusive, respectful, accessible and safe workplaces where all employees can thrive, develop, collaborate and innovate.
3. Industry: IDEXX supports the next generation of industry leaders, STEM professionals and veterinarians through the delivery of insights and solutions that advance a higher standard of pet healthcare. We seek partners in our supply chain that meet our exacting standards and share our commitment to our purpose.
4. Communities: IDEXX invests in the communities where we do business, and supports initiatives focused on developing talent and promoting innovation, including STEM and entrepreneurship.