EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT VIDEO SERIES PR!ME produced a video series with executive leaders to help coach employees on how to have meaningful career conversations with their leaders and to make the most of their career regardless of age, level or life situation. EQUALLY UNIQUE The Equally Unique series featured an event titled: “The Future of Work – Harnessing the Longevity Dividend in a Changing World.” The session was hosted by Marco ten Bruggencate, commercial vice president, Packaging and Specialty Plastics, and included panelists from five different companies who discussed emerging transition and employment models, challenging attendees to think differently about flexibility, retirement and career reinvention. DOW | 2021 ESG REPORT | 50 INCLUSION, DIVERSITY & EQUITY INTENTION, ACTION AND SUSTAINABLE PROGRESS GROWING WITH RISE RISE created several opportunities to connect Dow’s newest employees to influential leaders and helpful resources. RISE hosted a global fireside chat with Executive Sponsor and Vice President of Global Public Affairs Rebecca Bentley and President and Chief Financial Officer Howard Ungerleider to learn more about the company’s 2021 financial strategy. Ungerleider provided insight on how RISE participants can contribute to Dow’s success and financial performance, as well as shared his reading recommendations for increasing personal business and financial acumen. BUDDY PROGRAM HELPS GIVE NEW EMPLOYEES A GRE AT START In collaboration with ADN, HLN and PR!ME, RISE launched a next- generation Buddy Program globally. The program helps familiarize new employees with Dow and equip them with the resources they need to get a great start, and assists incoming expats with the challenges that involve joining a new culture. Buddy Program Advancements PR!ME RISE Enhancing the welcome experience ... 32 chapters around the world with 500+ participants globally Buddy programs across the globe ... 13 chapters with 272 buddies in EMEAI 7 chapters with 80 buddies and 100 new hires in LAA 12 chapters with 58 buddies in NA 2022 Buddy program implementation in APAC