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For over 200 years, we've been committed to more than just clean teeth. We're reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Discover who we are and how we're making a difference, one smile at a time.
Who We Are
Our Culture
Our Purpose
Our Values
Our Leadership Principles
Our Culture DNA
At Colgate-Palmolive, our culture is the foundation of everything we do—a unique and shared experience embraced by our people worldwide. Our Culture DNA is built on three interconnected elements: our Purpose, our Values and our Leadership Principles.
As we continue to grow and transform, our Culture DNA powers us from the inside out, guiding our decisions and actions. It's what makes working at Colgate-Palmolive truly distinctive—a culture that's not only felt within our walls but recognized and experienced by those outside our organization across the globe.
Our values are reflected in our culture, the quality of our products, the way we serve customers and consumers, our commitment to communities and the long-term sustainability of our planet.
Noel Wallace
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Our History
From Soap & Candles to a Global Health & Hygiene Leader
What started as a small family business has grown into a global force for good. Explore our legacy of innovation, and how we're working towards a happier, healthier future—for all.
1806
William Colgate starts a starch, soap and candle business on Dutch Street in New York City.
1911
Colgate distributes two million tubes of toothpaste and toothbrushes to schools and hygienists to demonstrate tooth brushing.
1956
Colgate opens corporate headquarters at 300 Park Avenue in
New York City
.
Present
Colgate continues to focus on
Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition
and sells its products in
over 200 countries
and territories worldwide.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We embrace diversity and believe that a multitude of perspectives drives innovation and strengthens our global organization.
Employee spotlight
Myrna Muniz
Sr. Director, LATAM Quality
“What motivates me is a genuine passion for excellence and sense of purpose. What I do has a positive impact on the experiences our consumer have when they use our products. When I see our products on the shelf, I see a part of me and smile.” |
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Creating a healthier future where everyone has more reasons to smile.

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## Care is Our Catalyst to Create a Healthier, Happier World
For over 200 years, we've been committed to more than just clean teeth. We're reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Discover who we are and how we're making a difference, one smile at a time.
***
### Who We Are
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1. Our Culture
2. Our Purpose
3. Our Values
4. Our Leadership Principles
## Our Culture DNA
**At Colgate-Palmolive, our culture is the foundation of everything we do—a unique and shared experience embraced by our people worldwide. Our Culture DNA is built on three interconnected elements: our Purpose, our Values and our Leadership Principles.**
As we continue to grow and transform, our Culture DNA powers us from the inside out, guiding our decisions and actions. It's what makes working at Colgate-Palmolive truly distinctive—a culture that's not only felt within our walls but recognized and experienced by those outside our organization across the globe.

## Our Purpose
**We are Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet.**
That purpose is why we exist, our strategic north star, guiding us to achieve long-term, sustainable growth for all stakeholders and create a workplace where our people belong and grow.

# Our Values
These values guide our actions, shape our decisions, and inspire us to reimagine a healthier future for all. We believe that when we embrace our unique talents, perspectives, and backgrounds, we can solve the toughest problems and create the best solutions.
## We are Caring
We are united in making the world a better place. Our actions are guided by empathy, respect, and genuine gratitude. Integrity drives our decisions—doing things the right way, for the right reasons, regardless of circumstances. Everyone deserves access to a healthier life.

## We are Inclusive
We create a sense of belonging for all and cultivate an environment where people can be their authentic selves. We foster a culture of belonging where CP People feel 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 global workforce.

## We are Courageous
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# Our Leadership Principles
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## We Cultivate Trust
• Listen with empathy
• Speak openly
• Grow together

## We Create the Future
• Pursue our curiosity
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• Recognize progress

## We Commit to Impact
• Provide clarity
• Take ownership
• Do what’s right

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> Our values are reflected in our culture, the quality of our products, the way we serve customers and consumers, our commitment to communities and the long-term sustainability of our planet.
**Noel Wallace** Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

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### **Our History**
## From Soap & Candles to a Global Health & Hygiene Leader
What started as a small family business has grown into a global force for good. Explore our legacy of innovation, and how we're working towards a happier, healthier future—for all.
## 1806
William Colgate starts a starch, soap and candle business on Dutch Street in New York City.

## 1911
Colgate distributes two million tubes of toothpaste and toothbrushes to schools and hygienists to demonstrate tooth brushing.
## 1956
Colgate opens corporate headquarters at 300 Park Avenue in **New York City**.
## Present
Colgate continues to focus on **Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition** and sells its products in **over 200 countries** and territories worldwide.

[Our history](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/history)
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## Our Commitment to Inclusion
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[Inclusion](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/inclusion)

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## **Myrna Muniz**
Sr. Director, LATAM Quality
**“What motivates me is a genuine passion for excellence and sense of purpose. What I do has a positive impact on the experiences our consumer have when they use our products. When I see our products on the shelf, I see a part of me and smile.”**

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| Readable Markdown | ## Care is Our Catalyst to Create a Healthier, Happier World
For over 200 years, we've been committed to more than just clean teeth. We're reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Discover who we are and how we're making a difference, one smile at a time.
Who We Are
1. Our Culture
2. Our Purpose
3. Our Values
4. Our Leadership Principles
## Our Culture DNA
**At Colgate-Palmolive, our culture is the foundation of everything we do—a unique and shared experience embraced by our people worldwide. Our Culture DNA is built on three interconnected elements: our Purpose, our Values and our Leadership Principles.**
As we continue to grow and transform, our Culture DNA powers us from the inside out, guiding our decisions and actions. It's what makes working at Colgate-Palmolive truly distinctive—a culture that's not only felt within our walls but recognized and experienced by those outside our organization across the globe.

> Our values are reflected in our culture, the quality of our products, the way we serve customers and consumers, our commitment to communities and the long-term sustainability of our planet.
**Noel Wallace** Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

**Our History**
From Soap & Candles to a Global Health & Hygiene Leader
What started as a small family business has grown into a global force for good. Explore our legacy of innovation, and how we're working towards a happier, healthier future—for all.
## 1806
William Colgate starts a starch, soap and candle business on Dutch Street in New York City.

## 1911
Colgate distributes two million tubes of toothpaste and toothbrushes to schools and hygienists to demonstrate tooth brushing.
## 1956
Colgate opens corporate headquarters at 300 Park Avenue in **New York City**.
## Present
Colgate continues to focus on **Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition** and sells its products in **over 200 countries** and territories worldwide.

## Our Commitment to Inclusion
We embrace diversity and believe that a multitude of perspectives drives innovation and strengthens our global organization.

Employee spotlight
## **Myrna Muniz**
Sr. Director, LATAM Quality
**“What motivates me is a genuine passion for excellence and sense of purpose. What I do has a positive impact on the experiences our consumer have when they use our products. When I see our products on the shelf, I see a part of me and smile.”**
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