Shareholders of The Adecco Group endorse all proposals put forth by the Board of Directors during the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
The Adecco Group, a Fortune Global 500 company and the world's leading talent advisory and solutions company, held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently, where shareholders approved all proposals of the Board of Directors.
Highlights of the meeting included the approval of a dividend of CHF 2.50 per share, with 94.86% of the votes in favour. The ex-dividend date for this payment is set for 14 April 2021.
The AGM also saw the re-election of Jean-Christophe Deslarzes as Chairman of the Board of Directors (BoD). All current members of the BoD were re-elected for another one-year term, including the newly elected Independent Director, Rachel Duan. Her role as an Independent Director contributes objectively to the company's strategic decisions and governance.
Rachel Duan's election achieved gender parity on the board, reflecting the company's commitment to diversity and inclusivity. This commitment is further demonstrated by The Adecco Group's culture, consistently ranked one of the 'World's Best Workplaces' by Great Place to Work®.
The Adecco Group operates in 57 countries and enables more than 3.5 million careers worldwide. For media inquiries, contact The Adecco Group Press Office, while for further information regarding investments, contact The Adecco Group Investor Relations.
The Annual Report 2020 can be read online or downloaded as a pdf via a provided link. The final results of the AGM and minutes from the meeting can also be found on this link.
Looking ahead, Q1 2021 results will be released on 4 May 2021, followed by Q2 2021 results on 5 August 2021 and Q3 2021 results on 2 November 2021.
Forward-looking statements in this release involve risks and uncertainties. For more details, visit The Adecco Group's official website or contact the respective departments. The Adecco Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN).
The Adecco Group, in its commitment to diversity and inclusivity, has achieved gender parity on its Board of Directors with the election of Rachel Duan, a move that aligns with its goal of shaping the future of work. In the realm of finance, the approval of a dividend of CHF 2.50 per share at the AGM indicates a strong financial position, while business expansion is evident with operations spanning 57 countries and enabling over 3.5 million careers worldwide.
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