2025 Highwoods Corporate Resiliency Report | ESG, Sustainability & Real Estate Performance - Flipbook - Page 44
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COWORKER ENGAGEMENT
ONBOARDING AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
We are committed to fostering meaningful connections and
a strong sense of belonging across our workforce, beginning
from day one. In January 2025, we launched our Onboarding
Ambassador Program to support coworkers during their first
two months with the company. The program was designed to
create an immediate sense of connection and engagement by
pairing new hires with experienced coworkers who can offer
guidance, answer questions and help navigate our broader
company culture.
The program is powered by a dedicated group of volunteer
ambassadors who play a critical role in shaping the new hire
experience. Through their support, new coworkers are better
equipped to build relationships, integrate into their teams
and feel welcomed and valued from the outset. This initiative
reinforces our commitment to an inclusive and engaging
workplace, where every coworker has the opportunity to
connect, contribute and thrive.
REALM MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Launched in September 2023, REALM (Reinforce, Encourage, Advise, Listen, Motivate) is a peer-driven mentorship program
designed to support talent development, strengthen connections and advance our culture of continuous learning. The program
pairs Highwoods coworkers as mentors and mentees in a structured experience that fosters knowledge sharing, professional
growth and cross-functional collaboration.
In 2025, we continued to enhance and expand REALM based
on participant feedback. Program refinements included more
frequent opportunities to engage with mentors, providing a
structured forum to share insights and successes.
REALM delivers meaningful value for both mentors and
mentees by:
• Strengthening skills through coaching, feedback and
shared experiences
• Expanding professional networks and cross-functional
understanding
• Supporting career development and goal alignment
• Encouraging knowledge transfer and diverse perspectives
• Enhancing collaboration across generations
and backgrounds
• Reinforcing a culture of engagement, inclusion and
continuous growth
By investing in mentorship and internal talent development,
REALM contributes to a more engaged, connected and resilient
workforce—supporting long-term organizational performance
and culture.
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Highwoods Mentorship Program
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ADVISE
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