Sweetwater Environmental
& Social Responsibility
Our pledge to our customers, our employees, and our world.
View our 2023 Impact Report!
View Report (PDF)Diversity
& Inclusion
We absolutely, unequivocally believe in treating every person fairly and with respect.
We come from all walks of life, but we are unified by our passion for music and helping people. We believe it’s our differences that make us stronger. That’s why we actively recruit for an even more diverse workforce. It’s why we offer ongoing diversity-training opportunities. And it’s why we track equal pay measures throughout our company. Because it’s the right thing to do.
We partner with initiatives like Women's Audio Mission, Beats by Girlz, and Fort Wayne's United Front and actively recruit from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
Health
& Wellness
Group fitness classes, open-mic jams, and special events are great ways for employees to connect with others at Sweetwater.
Our strong, positive culture starts with the care we offer to our employees.
Here at Sweetwater, we enjoy the sweet life. If you stop by campus, just take a look around — there’s a free health clinic, a fitness center, an in-house counselor, career coaches, development opportunities, expansive benefits, and so much more. It’s all provided in a safe, comfortable workspace. We do our best because we know we’ll have a great experience at work every single day.Supply Chain
Responsibility
Our standards are high, and we work hard to ensure all our vendors are equally committed to corporate responsibility.
We’re committed to only work with the companies that share our passion for people and our world. When we say we always do the right thing, we mean it. And that includes everyone we work with in the music industry, shipping, manufacturing, and beyond.
Sweetwater works with more than 1,100 brands and nurtures a strong commitment to ethical standards with each and every one.
Giving Back to
the Community
Fort Wayne is our home, and we are committed to keeping it thriving and vibrant.
At Sweetwater, you’ll find nonprofit board members, volunteers, and community leaders at every level of every department. We are all encouraged to make a positive impact on the Sweetwater campus and beyond. Doing the right thing is as simple as signing up for our next big volunteer opportunity. We support important local initiatives — like music education programs in area school districts, the Unity Performing Arts Foundation, Fort Wayne United Front, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne — as well as national organizations like Music Will.Our Commitment
To Sustainability
Our Sustainable Campus and Operations
We’ve designed the Sweetwater campus and our operations to be as environmentally responsible as possible.Our Sweetest Certification
The Sweetwater campus headquarters in Fort Wayne was one of the first 200 buildings in the entire world to become LEED Platinum Certified by the United States Green Building Council following its initial construction. LEED Platinum Certification is earned by demonstrating the highest level of commitment to environmental sustainability and occupant comfort. Our subsequent additions and renovations to the original building continue to implement environmentally friendly methods and practices.
We do all this because it is the right thing to do, but we hope to inspire and encourage others to take action for our world and for the future.
It’s All in the Details
Small changes make a huge difference. We’re committed to finding every opportunity to protect our natural resources and to create a positive impact on the world.Read even more steps we’re taking to promote a positive environmental impact.
Learn MoreYour Right
To Privacy
You’re entitled to the protection of your personal data, and we take that responsibility seriously.
Every online interaction you experience with Sweetwater is protected. We won’t sell your data to anyone else, and we’ll protect the information entrusted to us. We’re transparent about the ways we process the data you provide to us. If you have any questions, please ask!
We have a Security team who is dedicated to ensuring that your data is secure, defended, and properly handled. It’s our way of making sure we provide strong, risk-based cybersecurity.
Employee privacy is also an important issue for us. We always expect our leaders to model the sort of integrity, ethics, and conduct that we want from all employees; but, if those standards aren’t met, employees are empowered to bring forward any concerns through a confidential and secure reporting process.
Want to know more? Read Sweetwater’s privacy policy.
The Sweetwater Difference
Sweetwater’s culture is rooted in our shared commitment to help our customers live their music dreams. Our culture is shown in our positive attitudes and the impactful experiences we bring to our work, our environment, and our customers every single day. Join us in our mission to better serve music makers, our community, and our world — because it’s the right thing to do.
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