Lenovo Reaches New High in Workplace Pride Benchmark with First ‘Advocate’ Status

Lenovo scores 93.7% in 2026 benchmark, marking a step-change in its global inclusion journey

BEIJING - Lenovo has achieved its highest-ever score in the Workplace Pride Global Benchmark, reaching 93.7% in 2026 and earning ‘Advocate’ status for the first time, the highest level awarded to organizations scoring above 90%, according to the official website of Lenovo. 

The result signals how far the company has progressed in embedding LGBTIQ+ inclusion across its global business.

The score reflects steady progress in recent years, with Lenovo now ranking in the top tier across every area measured, from policy and communications to employee networks, benefits, and societal impact. A key milestone was the implementation of LGBTIQ+ Self ID in selected European countries, designed to help Lenovo better understand its workforce and strengthen future inclusion initiatives.

“This one really matters,” said Christoph Blankenhagen, Global Technology Partners and Europe Pride Chair, Lenovo. “We’ve worked hard for many years working with our leader to build an LGBTIQ+ inclusive workplace, and to reach Advocate status with a score of 93.7% shows what consistent effort from teams around the world can achieve.That makes this result even more meaningful for us, and for the colleagues driving it every day.”

Behind the score is a broad mix of progress, stronger policies, active employee communities, and deeper engagement from leaders and allies. These tangible actions and initiatives led to Lenovo scoring at the top tier across all categories evaluated, including perfect scores in support, benefits and community impact.

David Pollard, Executive Director of Workplace Pride, said, “The 2026 Global Benchmark results are a reminder that leading with inclusion isn’t about the size of the budget or the ease of the moment; it’s about the choices organizations make when it matters most.”

The Workplace Pride Global Benchmark assesses how organizations support LGBTIQ+ inclusion across policies, culture, and operations worldwide, particularly in markets where progress is uneven.

For Lenovo, the 2026 result marks another step forward in a longer journey, one focused not just on policies, but on creating an environment where people can do their best work and feel they belong.

In addition, Christoph Blankenhagen was named Lenovo’s Europe and META Diversity Champion of the Year, while Lenovo’s Europe Pride ERG was recognized as Lenovo’s ERG of the Year. Together, these awards highlight both Christoph’s leadership and the Europe Pride ERG’s collective impact in advancing LGBTIQ+ inclusion across Lenovo.