Insights from Openly LGBTQ CEOs Leading Fortune 500 Companies.

Four openly LGBTQ CEOs lead Fortune 500 companies, including Apple's Tim Cook, Dow Chemicals' Jim Fitterling, Macy's Jeffrey Gennette, and Land O'Lakes' Beth Ford. While corporate America has made strides towards LGBTQ representation, it remains far from an inclusive space for these employees. Only 30.7% of LGBTQ workers are fully out at work due to fear of discrimination. Many CEOs have recognized the significance of disclosing their LGBTQ identity, with Ford stating, "if my being named CEO helps others do the same, that's a wonderful moment."