The Oakmark family of mutual funds is an extension of Harris Associates’ value-focused approach to investing. For more about our selection of funds, visit Oakmark.com.
Our Vision
Harris Associates (“Harris”) is committed to bringing together individuals whose diverse backgrounds, opinions and perspectives maximize our expertise in finding value and delivering an excellent client experience. Inclusion is embedded in our culture of collaboration, curiosity and openness.
Our Mission
People are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent represent a significant part of not just our culture, but our reputation and success. We embrace differences in experience, background and welcome diversity of opinions and thought when making decisions. As such, Harris is committed to cultivating, fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Overview
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Council was established in January 2019 and is responsible for identifying opportunities to develop, promote and integrate DEI principles throughout the organization. The Council, chaired by the firm’s president, is comprised of a diverse group of employees who all share a commitment to and passion for DEI. New members are periodically selected through a formal application process, which is open to all employees.
People are the lifeblood of our organization, and principles of respect, teamwork and open debate have permeated our firm culture since its inception in 1976. With those tenets in mind, the DEI Council helps Harris be a stimulating, inclusive and diverse place to work.
Chris Keller, President and DEI Council Chair
Harris’ most valuable assets are its people—and the firm’s continued success is dependent on accessing the best individuals in the marketplace. The firm’s talent acquisition strategy illustrates our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, which positively impacts the value provided to clients.
To support the firm’s pay-for-performance compensation philosophy, Harris conducts compensation reviews on an annual basis to assess pay equity, including, but not limited to, reviewing this information by age, gender and race/ethnicity. The review considers several factors that form part of the “bottom-up” approach, including job responsibilities, external market conditions and peer compensation data. This comprehensive process informs year-end compensation awards.
The DEI Council invites employees to build employee resource groups (ERGs) to foster inclusive communities around shared identities or experiences. ERGs develop goals and strategies independently and can use a variety of methods to cultivate advocacy, community, inclusion, education and cultural competency.
Harris currently has three ERGs:
The firm looks forward to more grassroots ERGs coming together to strengthen its inclusive culture.
At Harris, we foster ongoing conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion by encouraging employees to reflect on what DEI means to them. Through roundtables, mentorship, and open forums, we create space for dialogue to reflect on our shared experiences. This builds a culture where learning is continuous, and DEI is embedded in everyday interactions.
Harris encourages employees to participate in meaningful volunteer activities in local communities. The Days of Service is meant to broaden employees’ volunteer offerings with the following outings:
Employees are further incentivized to participate with paid volunteer time off (VTO).
DIVERSITY
Diversity is the amalgamation of qualities that makes every individual unique: characteristics, experiences, cultures, perspectives and cognitive approaches.
EQUITY
Equity is ensuring that policies and processes are impartial and fair and provide just outcomes that acknowledge and respect every employee’s unique individual needs and goals.
INCLUSION
Inclusion is fostering an environment where each individual feels welcomed, respected, valued, supported and encouraged to bring their authentic self to work.
The firm’s inclusive culture is essential to enable employees to provide their unique perspectives and collaborate to drive better decision-making and deliver an excellent client experience.
Core Competencies
Employee Experience Group
DEI Council Observations Program
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
In April 2025, Harris | Oakmark celebrated Bring Your Child to Work Day.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Harris Women’s Network (HWN) hosted a week of events celebrating International Women’s Day.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
In September 2024, Harris | Oakmark employees volunteered at the Lincoln Park Zoo for its annual day of service.
We invite you to explore our open positions. If you don’t see one that fits your skills and interests, join our talent community through the Discover Your Potential section. By registering, you’ll receive notifications when opportunities that match your background and career goals become available.
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