“This past year has been a testament to our adaptability, resiliency, and dedication. We have been unwavering in our efforts to support the health, safety, and wellbeing of our Leslie’s customers and associates while demonstrating how ESG is core to how we operate and make decisions,” said
Leslie’s prepared its 2020 ESG Report under the direction of its ESG working group. This group evaluated ESG risks and opportunities based on the views held by its diverse stakeholders, leading ESG frameworks, and rating agencies to identify ESG factors that are most relevant to Leslie’s business. Leslie’s ESG framework relied on aspects of the
The ESG priorities identified by the working group include:
Human Capital Management - Diversity & Inclusion
- Environment, Health, & Safety
- Sustainable Products
- Data Security & Privacy
- Corporate Governance
- Community Engagement and Water Safety
The ESG report also addresses the actions Leslie’s has taken and continues to take to support its employees and communities in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. In a year of unprecedented challenges, Leslie’s recognizes that the proactive incorporation of ESG considerations into its strategy and business decisions serves to both protect stakeholder interests and create shareholder value.
This report marks the beginning of Leslie’s ESG journey. It is an important milestone in demonstrating Leslie’s commitment to serve its customers, associates, communities, suppliers, and stockholders in a way that benefits them all. As Leslie’s looks to the future, it remains committed to advancing and reporting on the progress of its ESG priorities through successive ESG reports.
Leslie’s 2020 ESG Report is available on the Company’s website at https://ir.lesliespool.com/.
About Leslie’s
Founded in 1963, Leslie's is the largest direct-to-consumer brand in the
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