We are a diverse team of problem solvers. We embrace challenges, break barriers and work together to make the world a better place. We value diversity of thought, experience, culture and expertise because they strengthen our business and power the innovations that define our enterprise. At Applied Materials, our inclusive culture starts with each of us, from the boardroom to the cleanroom. We work hard to be a place where employees across every geography and discipline feel supported personally and professionally and have the resources to empower continuous learning and career growth. At Applied, our employees define their career paths with support from their managers and the organization, and we help provide the tools to amplify their impact—both as individuals and as managers and leaders. We value our people not just as employees, but as human beings, and support them in creating their best lives and focusing on what matters most. We provide access to benefits that promote health, wellness, financial security and workplace flexibility, and are absolutely committed to workplace and employee safety. Before, during, and after the COVID crisis, we take care of our people. Sustainability Report 2021 31 Sustainability Report 2021 31 We cultivate a culture where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to contribute to their full potential and is inspired to grow their career at Applied Materials. Invest in People KEY HIGHLIGHTS > Introduced a virtual onboarding process to ease new emplo yees’ glidepath onto the Applied team > Engaged 2,800 global employees and contingent workers in our virtual Global Culture of Inclusion Summit > Enlisted 87% of the Applied Leadership Group in an inclusive leadership program that raises consciousness, strengthens cultural competency and promotes courageous action > Implemented an alternate workplace location process to give employees greater flexibility > Provided all employees with supplemental sick time hours to respond to COVID-related issues > Received a 2022 Training APEX Award from Training Magazine, ranking sixth out of 95 companies Sustainability Report 2021 31 INTRODUCTION PURPOSE PEOPLE Recruiting and Hiring Our Culture of Inclusion Learning and Development Employee Safety and Support During COVID-19 Occupational Health and Safety Human Rights PLANET PROGRESS