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Our Company Story
When William Colgate established the small soap and candle business in New York City in 1806, he could hardly have imagined what it would become over the next two centuries: a truly global company serving billions of consumers worldwide. But we suspect Mr. Colgate would admire the Colgate People and core values that are still the lifeblood of our success.
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Our Purpose
We are Colgate, a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet.
The world looks to Colgate for health and hygiene products to enable the well-being of their families and cleaner, greener living. We leverage the power and potential of science, purposeful packaging and long-trusted brands to build a brighter future for people around the world. For Colgate, our company purpose and the value of our products are directly tied to how well we execute on sustainability, recognizing the profound responsibility we have to all those we serve.
We are caring. We are united in making the world a better place. We believe everyone deserves a healthier life.
We lead with empathy, respect and gratitude. We act with integrity, doing things the right way, for the right reasons, no matter what. We support others by generously sharing our resources and talents. We work every day to earn the trust of all our stakeholders.
Inclusive
We are inclusive. We create a sense of belonging for all. We cultivate an environment where people can be their authentic selves. We foster a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued, part of a global team, and empowered to do extraordinary things. We design the best solutions by embracing the unique talents, perspectives and backgrounds of our diverse workforce. We form the strongest teams and create powerful pathways for our people & communities that break through everyday barriers to equity of opportunity.
Courageous
We are courageous. We drive change and get things done. We think BIG! We are infinitely curious, constantly searching for better ways of working. We challenge each other and how we do things, unafraid to disrupt the status quo, boldly and intentionally innovating, exploring, and reaching for what is possible. We recognize, that to grow and thrive, we must build on the power of our legacy, scale and reach for good and for all.
Caring
We are caring. We are united in making the world a better place. We believe everyone deserves a healthier life.
We lead with empathy, respect and gratitude. We act with integrity, doing things the right way, for the right reasons, no matter what. We support others by generously sharing our resources and talents. We work every day to earn the trust of all our stakeholders.
Inclusive
We are inclusive. We create a sense of belonging for all. We cultivate an environment where people can be their authentic selves. We foster a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued, part of a global team, and empowered to do extraordinary things. We design the best solutions by embracing the unique talents, perspectives and backgrounds of our diverse workforce. We form the strongest teams and create powerful pathways for our people & communities that break through everyday barriers to equity of opportunity.
Courageous
We are courageous. We drive change and get things done. We think BIG! We are infinitely curious, constantly searching for better ways of working. We challenge each other and how we do things, unafraid to disrupt the status quo, boldly and intentionally innovating, exploring, and reaching for what is possible. We recognize, that to grow and thrive, we must build on the power of our legacy, scale and reach for good and for all.
What We Do
With facilities in over 80 countries and products that serve consumers in more than 200 countries and territories, we are one of the most global companies. We have the No. 1 market share in toothpaste worldwide, contributing to our $15.7 billion in net sales worldwide in 2019. That resulted in a $2.8 billion return to shareholders and our 57th consecutive year of dividend increases.
Our family of brands includes more than oral care, making our Colgate Smile broader than many people realize. We are global leaders in pet nutrition, home care, and personal care. We also lead the way in sustainability, as indicated by awards we received.
