Technical training and mentoring programs for women have driven the increase in the representation of women in the Brazil-based multinational company.
São Paulo (SP), March 5, 2026 – As part of its 2030 Sustainability Commitments, Votorantim Cimentos, a building materials and sustainable solutions company, set a goal of having 25% of its leadership positions occupied by women globally, considering the nine countries where it operates. In 2025, the company surpassed this target, with 26% of leadership roles occupied by women, a 1.2 percentage-point increase compared to 2024, when this rate was 24.8%. In 2020, the percentage was 20.1%, representing an increase of more than 5 percentage points in five years.
“Reaching our global 2030 target for women in leadership positions ahead of schedule is a milestone that validates our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We believe that diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey that must be part of all our efforts. This goes from the base, with technical training to prepare more women to occupy spaces in the market, to the top, with increased female representation in senior leadership. The goal is for our industry to be perceived as a potential and attractive option for women seeking professional development and opportunities. Through partnerships and structured development programs, we strive to create a truly inclusive work environment that can attract and—most importantly—retain the best talent,” said Cinthia Bossi, global director of People, Management and Communications at Votorantim Cimentos.
In addition to the target related to leadership positions, Votorantim Cimentos also seeks to increase the number of women in operational roles at all levels. In Brazil, one of Votorantim Cimentos’ initiatives to accelerate female inclusion and integration into leadership positions is the Women’s Technical Training Pathway. This is a development program for women working in Maintenance, Mining, Production and Quality in the company’s sites in Brazil, from entry-level positions, such as apprentices and interns, to technical and leadership roles. More than 170 female employees are being trained as part of this program’s first cycle, which started in 2024. In 2024, Votorantim Cimentos also launched a knowledge path for non-leaders called Initiative and Self-Development: Trailblazing Women, which included 860 women throughout the year.
Launched in 2020, Lidera VC is a leadership development program for women. More than 250 women have already participated in the program, which addresses various topics from a gender and inclusion perspective, such as gender stereotypes, negotiation, inclusive leadership, strategic leadership and professional image. In 2025, the company also launched a Mentoring Program for Women, with the participation of 13 women identified as potential successors to leadership positions.
Another Votorantim Cimentos initiative is the Evoluir Program, which offers free professional training to local residents and workers in the areas where the company operates, opening up new opportunities in the job market for the participants and reinforcing the company’s commitment to building a positive legacy for society. The technical courses are conducted in partnership with professional technical training organizations, such as the Brazilian National Service for Industrial Training (SENAI) and the Brazilian Social Transportation Service and National Service for Transportation Learning (SEST/SENAT). Over the past two years (2024-2025), Votorantim Cimentos offered 31 free professional training courses, totaling 505 participants, of which 238 were women. The courses prepared participants to work as industrial electricians, boiler operators, computer operators, industrial maintenance mechanics, ready-mix truck drivers, forklift operators, mobile machinery operators, welders, and technicians in electromechanics, chemistry and mechanics.
About Votorantim Cimentos
Votorantim Cimentos is a building materials and sustainable solutions company. Its portfolio includes cements, concretes, mortars, limes, aggregates, grouts, finishes, plasticizers, additives and waterproofing agents. The company also has businesses in agricultural solutions, logistics, sustainable waste management and disposal, and an ecosystem of solutions for the retail sector. With more than 13,000 employees, it operates in nine countries in Latin America (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil and Uruguay), North America (Canada and United States), Europe (Luxembourg and Spain) and Asia (Türkiye). Established in 1936, Votorantim Cimentos is celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2026. More information at www.votorantimcimentos.com.br
