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URLhttps://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are
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Meta TitleWho We Are | Colgate-Palmolive
Meta DescriptionLearn about Colgate-Palmolive’s mission, values, and leadership. See how we create a healthier future through trusted brands and responsible business practices.
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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 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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[Home](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us) 2. Who We Are ## Who We Are Creating a healthier future where everyone has more reasons to smile. ![Graphics resembling blue waves](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/teaser.coreimg.png/1749724106546/blue-waves.png) *** ## 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. ![Group of Colgate-Palmolive employees smiling in front of scenic cityscape, representing deep company culture.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_1/teaser.coreimg.jpeg/1752569934524/team-colgate-palmolive-cityscape.jpeg) ## 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. ![Group of people looking at a computer, representing innovation and ongoing growth.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/teaser.coreimg.png/1752582328653/team-computer-meeting.png) # 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. ![](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_2/container/teaser.coreimg.png/1750244119055/icon.png) ## 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. ![](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_2/container/teaser_1173453062.coreimg.png/1750244133972/icon.png) ## We are Courageous We are infinitely curious, constantly searching for better ways of working. Challenging each other comes naturally, fearlessly disrupting the status quo through bold innovation. We recognize that to grow and thrive we must build on the power of our legacy, our scale, and reach for good and for all. ![](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_2/container/teaser_495189983.coreimg.png/1750244144664/icon.png) # Our Leadership Principles At Colgate-Palmolive, leadership transcends traditional management—it's about inspiring positive change and reimagining healthier futures. Our principles guide us to build connections, embrace innovation, and drive purposeful action. We empower our people to transform challenges into opportunities that benefit all people, their pets and our planet. ## We Cultivate Trust • Listen with empathy • Speak openly • Grow together ![](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_2_copy/container/teaser_copy.coreimg.png/1753126972220/icon.png) ## We Create the Future • Pursue our curiosity • Courageously change • Recognize progress ![](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_2_copy/container/teaser_1212087989_co.coreimg.png/1753126890628/icon.png) ## We Commit to Impact • Provide clarity • Take ownership • Do what’s right ![Decorative image showing multiple circles in a ripple pattern representing the "We Commit to Impact" leadership principle.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_2_copy/container/teaser_766048080_cop.coreimg.png/1753126937202/we-commit-to-impact-icon.png) *** *** > 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 ![Picture of Noel Wallace on a blue background.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container_1982970393/teaser_1751458996_co.coreimg.png/1752570246982/noel-wallace-blue-background.png) [Read the letter](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/ceo-welcome-letter) [View our leadership](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/our-leadership-team) *** *** ### **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. ![Painting of a 19th-century street scene showing people walking, a woman with a parasol, and a building with blue shutters and a Colgate Co. 1806 sign.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container_523857661_/container/teaser.coreimg.png/1752068233646/colgate-co-building-1806-cut.png) ## 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. ![A man applying toothpaste to a girl's toothbrush at a sink, with plants in the background.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container_523857661_/container/teaser_copy_1722782978.coreimg.png/1752067490671/man-girl-toothpaste-bathroom-cut.png) [Our history](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/history) *** ## Our Commitment to Inclusion We embrace diversity and believe that a multitude of perspectives drives innovation and strengthens our global organization. [Inclusion](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/inclusion) ![Diverse group of Colgate-Palmolive employees representing commitment to inclusion and diversity.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/teaser_556779160.coreimg.png/1753119855563/employee-diversity-inclusion-collage-whitebackground.png) 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.”** ![Employee spotlight picture of Myrna Muniz.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container/carousel/teaser.coreimg.png/1753125553220/myrna-muniz-spotlight.png) Employee spotlight ## **Tze Ni Yeoh** Packaging Sustainability Innovation Manager, APAC **“The empowerment to create meaningful impact energizes my daily work. Together with my peers at CP and in out industry, we possess the agency and are on a mission to create real change!”** ![Employee spotlight picture for Tze Ni Yeoh.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container/carousel/teaser_copy.coreimg.png/1753263348801/tze-ni-yeoh-spotlight.png) Employee spotlight ## Dr. Sharon Kennedy Senior Director of Manufacturing, Cambridge USCO PSC Cambridge Executive **“Making an impact with my talents, driven by both result and the desire to improve others’ lives, inspires me to pursue excellence.”** ![Employee spotlight picture for Dr. Sharon Kennedy.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container/carousel/teaser_copy_1762482278.coreimg.png/1753263382784/dr-sharon-kennedy-spotlight.png) Employee spotlight ## Vance Merolla SVP and Fellow, Global Sustainability **“I use Earth Month as an opportunity to reflect on how fortunate I’ve been to work with such a passionate talented team, at a caring, authentic company, and celebrate the positive sustainability and business impact we have made each year.”** ![Employee spotlight picture for Vance Merolla.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container/carousel/teaser_copy_43873531.coreimg.png/1753263460016/vance-merolla-spotlight.png) Employee spotlight ## Fedora D'souza Insight & Analytics Assistant Manager **“By focusing on empathy and caring, I’ve been able to lead with authenticity and build strong relationships with my colleagues across the globe. This has helped me create a positive impact not only professionally, but also personally.”** ![Employee spotlight picture for Fedora D'souza.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container/carousel/teaser_copy_1577534100.coreimg.png/1753263559815/fedora-dsouza-spotlight.png) Previous - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 Next *** [Careers opens in a new tab](https://jobs.colgate.com/) *** BRANDS ## Global Reach, Local Trust Bringing trusted brands to millions of homes around the world. [Brands](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/brands) ![Woman smiling while adding Colgate toothpaste to a toothbrush in a bathroom.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container_2089388006/teaser.coreimg.png/1750968387618/woman-colgate-toothpaste-bathroom.png) NEWS ## The Pulse of Progress Discover the groundbreaking developments driving our success. [News](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/news) ![Colgate-Palmolive employees going down a flight of stairs with a Colgate-Palmolive logo behind them on a blue wall.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container_2089388006/teaser_312088718.coreimg.png/1752237641037/colgate-palmolive-employee-stairs.png) Careers ## Build a Bright Future with Us Join our team and help us create a healthier future for all. 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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 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. ![Group of Colgate-Palmolive employees smiling in front of scenic cityscape, representing deep company culture.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/tabs/item_1/teaser.coreimg.jpeg/1752569934524/team-colgate-palmolive-cityscape.jpeg) > 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 ![Picture of Noel Wallace on a blue background.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container_1982970393/teaser_1751458996_co.coreimg.png/1752570246982/noel-wallace-blue-background.png) **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. ![Painting of a 19th-century street scene showing people walking, a woman with a parasol, and a building with blue shutters and a Colgate Co. 1806 sign.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container_523857661_/container/teaser.coreimg.png/1752068233646/colgate-co-building-1806-cut.png) ## 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. ![A man applying toothpaste to a girl's toothbrush at a sink, with plants in the background.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container_523857661_/container/teaser_copy_1722782978.coreimg.png/1752067490671/man-girl-toothpaste-bathroom-cut.png) ## Our Commitment to Inclusion We embrace diversity and believe that a multitude of perspectives drives innovation and strengthens our global organization. ![Diverse group of Colgate-Palmolive employees representing commitment to inclusion and diversity.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/teaser_556779160.coreimg.png/1753119855563/employee-diversity-inclusion-collage-whitebackground.png) 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.”** ![Employee spotlight picture of Myrna Muniz.](https://www.colgatepalmolive.com/en-us/who-we-are/_jcr_content/root/content/container/container_324792178/container/carousel/teaser.coreimg.png/1753125553220/myrna-muniz-spotlight.png)
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