INvolve highlighted Ma’s efforts “to build a truly inclusive culture internally, including introducing gender neutral toilets, applying the marriage leave policy to same-sex couples although gay marriage is not yet recognized by law on the Chinese mainland, recognizing overseas marriages and self-initiated marriages, and introducing a three-month parental leave policy for same-sex couples.”
It also focused on the company’s historical move as the world’s LBGT+-focused social network to list on Nasdaq in
“I’m delighted to be named among the Role Model Lists, which underline the amazing achievements of LGBT+ people in global business,” said Ma. “I believe that our vibrant, welcoming workplace allows more than half of our 700-strong team to be their true authentic selves, which ultimately creates a more innovative, creative company.”
Notably, Ma became the first person from the Chinese mainland to make the LGBT+ Executives List, but he’s also joined by
First launched in 2013 and supported by Yahoo! Finance, INvolve’s OUTstanding Role Model Lists “showcase and celebrate the global business leaders who are driving change in the workplace and inspiring the next generation of diverse talent.”
43-year-old Ma was formerly a closeted policeman known online only by the alias “Geng Le,” who founded one of China’s first and most influential LGBTQ online forums, Danlan, the predecessor of
After coming out in 2011, he resigned from the police force and wholly dedicated himself to raising awareness for the LGBTQ community, founding
Ma’s personal mission is to promote social equality for and the wellbeing of the global LGBTQ community, with his work winning him several accolades over the years.
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BlueCity CEO Recognized on INvolve’ ‘OUTstanding 100 LGBT+ Executives List’
Ma becomes the Role Model from the Chinese mainland recognized among global executives pushing for more inclusive and diverse business
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