Gender Equality Plan (GEP)

Zeitgeist Intelligence Market Technologies (ZIMT) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace. This Gender Equality Plan (GEP) formalizes our strategy to promote gender equality across our operations in Europe and globally. It serves as a mandatory eligibility document for participation in European framework programmes.

1. Mandatory Process Requirements

In accordance with the European Commission’s requirements for research organizations and public bodies, ZIMT certifies that the following building blocks are in place:

1. Publication

This document is formally published on the ZIMT corporate website and endorsed by the top management.

2. Dedicated Resources

A dedicated Gender Equality Officer (GEO) has been appointed, backed by a specific annual budget for training and implementation.

3. Data Collection

We collect sex/gender-disaggregated data on personnel (recruitment, retention, and roles) and publish an annual internal monitoring report.

4. Training

Mandatory training on unconscious bias and gender equality is conducted for all staff and leadership.

2. Objectives & Thematic Areas

Area 1: Work-Life Balance & Organizational Culture

Objective: Ensure our remote-first culture supports caregiving responsibilities equitably.
Measure: Implementation of "Asynchronous by Default" work policies to allow flexible hours for parents and caregivers.
Target: 100% retention rate of employees returning from parental leave (maternity/paternity).

Area 2: Gender Balance in Leadership

Status: ZIMT has successfully achieved gender parity in its leadership structure. Objective: Maintain our current gender balance as the company scales.
Measure: Succession planning for management roles must always include candidates from underrepresented genders to preserve existing equity.
Target: Sustain 50% female representation in leadership positions.

Area 3: Gender Equality in Recruitment

Status: Current recruitment strategies have resulted in a gender-balanced workforce. Objective: Eliminate systemic bias to preserve this equity during future expansion.
Measure: Use of anonymisation processes to de-bias hiring process and standardize interview scorecards.
Target: Maintain gender parity in interview shortlists for technical and leadership roles.

Area 4: Integration of the Gender Dimension into Research

Objective: Prevent analytical bias in Market Intelligence and AI products.
Measure: Review of all "Revenue Playbooks" and AI algorithms to ensure they do not perpetuate gender stereotypes or bias.

Area 5: Measures Against Gender-Based Violence

Objective: A zero-tolerance environment for harassment.
Measure: Establishment of a confidential, third-party reporting channel for grievances and a clear Anti-Harassment Policy in the Employee Handbook.

Statement of Adoption

"We, the undersigned Founders of Zeitgeist Intelligence Market Technologies, formally adopt this Gender Equality Plan. We confirm that we have achieved gender parity in our leadership and commit to providing the resources necessary to maintain this standard as we scale."

Signatories:
– Founders Andrew, Jasmine, Lisa, Ervin

Effective Date: November 19, 2025 • Review Cycle: Annual