Social Investments
At ROMI, Social Investment represents an important factor in strengthening the relationship with the community, promoting a strong and expressive performance in its area of operation, aimed at social development and improving the quality of life, strengthening the strategies of sustainability and progress.
Throughout its history, ROMI has adopted significant social practices by supporting social projects and actions developed by public and private entities that have resulted in over R$30.5 million in social investment, keeping its commitmentto the community alive and active A successful example of ROMI's commitment to social causes is the Romi Foundation, which the company has supported since 1957.
With the mission of promoting social and human development through education and culture, the Romi Foundation promotes
the regional community and carries out social actions on its three fronts: the NEI (Integrated Education Center), the Cedoc
(Historical Documentation Center) and the Cultural Station
NEI
The Romi Foundation's NEI (Núcleo de Educação Integrada - Integrated Education Center) is a kindergarten, primary and secondary school whose system, through challenges and laboratory experiences, makes the students themselves active agents in their education.
Through a problem-solving approach, children, teenagers and young people are encouraged to research and resolve their concerns, fostering thedevelopment of socio-emotional skills, which are essential for facing contemporary challenges, strengthening autonomy and interpersonal relationships.
In 2024, 101 students benefited from partial and full scholarships, distributed in compliance with the socio-economic
requirements defined by the MEC (Ministry of Education).
CEDOC
Cedoc is a reference for historians, students and
researchers from various institutions, due to the
wealth of material which, as well as being digitized, is
sanitized and stored in ultra-modern archives. With
more than 61,000 photos and almost 275,000 pages
of documents already processed, there is still a
significant amount to be processed. In 2024,
Cedoc's actions benefited more than 2,800 people.
Romi Foundation
Cultural Station
At the Cultural Station, an old railway station that has been revitalized and maintained by the Romi Foundation, the community can improve its perception of regional culture, disseminate values, exchange experiences, acquire knowledge, experience emotions, elaborate thoughts, take initiatives and contribute to the constitution of the region's cultural identity.
In 2024, more than 17,000 people benefited from 98 events held at the Cultural Station, in the most diverse forms of expression, such as: fairs, workshops, courses, literature, music, theater and dance, with the aim of promoting social development through culture.
ROMI Incentive
In addition to educational and cultural activities, the Romi Foundation acts as a mediator in the process of analyzing ROMI's requests for financial support.
Projects in the areas of education, culture and sports
are received through the ROMI Incentivo platform, a
communication channel created to facilitate the registration and processing of applications.
These projects are evaluated according to ROMI's
Social Investment Policy, which allocates its own or incentivized funds, always with the aim of promoting development and well-being
Support from
own resources
Investments from own resources benefit thousands
of people every day, free of charge. Through free
cultural and training workshops, projects to promote
the creative economy and raise cultural status, and
socio-educational activities, these investments
promote development and well-being and have a
positive impact on the lives of many people.
In 2024, more than R$1.28 million was invested
from its own resources in social assistance and
development projects.
As part of its commitment to social responsibility,
ROMI was one of the main organizers of the “Marmita
do Bem” event – a charity feijoada organized in
partnership with APAE Santa Bárbara. At this charity
event, approximately one ton of food was collected, allowing the production and sale of 600 tickets, each serving two people (a total of 1,200 meals).
The entire production and distribution of the feijoada was carried out by volunteers who are friends of APAE, and 100% of the proceeds from sales went entirely to APAE Santa Bárbara to maintain the charity's activities, further reinforcing the initiative's positive impact on the community it serves.
Em 2024, a ROMI também empreendeu outras ações sociais com recursos próprios. Destacamos a participação da empresa em ações que contribuíram na climatização da maternidade e pediatria do Hospital Santa Bárbara.
Support for Santa Bárbara Hospital
Support for Education
ROMI also invests in the training of technical professionals, with a focus on professional training, keeping its equipment on loan to various technical schools, universities and research centers. This partnership involves ITA (Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica), Insper (Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa), USP (Universidade de São Paulo), Senai and Obra Social Dom Bosco Itaquera. This investment exceeded R$1.6 million in 2024.
Insper (Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa)
Local Community
Aware of the needs of the population exposed to vulnerability or social risk, ROMI also contributes monthly to local philanthropic organizations that support the elderly, children and health,enabling them to maintain their assistance to the local community.
Since 2003, ROMI has also been running a campaign in favor of the "Our Children" project, encouraging employees to donate part of their income tax, in their annual tax return, to the Children's and
Adolescents' Council Fund (CMDCA), which provides assistance to children and adolescents in Santa Bárbara d'Oeste. By 2024, more than R$1.81 million had been donated
Support with
Incentivized Resources
ROMI's Social Investment Policy also provides support for social, educational
and cultural projects through tax incentives.
There are several opportunities to invest in initiatives that promote social development and the well-being of the population, through tax incentives for social and sports projects.
The main vectors are the Federal Culture Incentive Law, also known as the Rouanet Law, and the Federal Sports Incentive Law. Through these laws, companies can allocate part of their income tax to sponsor, respectively, cultural projects approved by the Ministry of Culture and sports projects approved by the Ministry of Sport.
In addition to these laws, there are other initiatives that seek to encourage social projects, such as the Audiovisual Law, which allows companies to invest in national audiovisual productions, and the Health Incentive Law, which allows companies to invest in projects related to health promotion.
It is important to note that these tax incentives are not donations, but investments in projects that promote positive social impact. In 2024, approximately R$270,000 was invested in various projects using tax incentives.
Cultural Projects
Usina de Memórias
Usina de Memórias – Ressignificando o Passado is a historical immersion project that seeks to requalify Shed 08 of the Usina Santa Bárbara Complex, a listed heritage site in the municipality, with buildings dating back to the 19th century, with the aim of creating a multi-purpose cultural space.
Preservation and Dissemination of the Romi Foundation's Cedoc Moving Image Collection
The aim of the project is to preserve, make available anddisseminate a set of documents that include moving images, such as films, videomagnetic tapes and DVDs, belonging to the institution's collection. These materials reveal previously unseen images of Santa Bárbara d'Oeste and the region. The project involves processing the documentary collection, as well as carrying out activities such as "Encontro com a História"
Socio-educational Capoeira
The Socio-educational Capoeira project, which will celebrate its 10th anniversary in
2024 at the Cultural Station, aims to promote social integration through the practice of capoeira by promoting non-violence, mutual respect, and strengthening community ties. It is primarily aimed at people in situations of social vulnerability and offers weekly workshops for all ages, as well as public activities such as capoeira circles, saraus, and festivals that celebrate Afro-Brazilian culture
and promote community interaction.
New Symphony Orchestra
The main aim of the Orquestra Nova Sinfonia project is to form a philharmonic orchestra, open to young people and adults with no previous musical experience, offering free theoretical and practical lessons. The results of the project will be demonstrated through performances in various public spaces in the city of Santa Bárbara d'Oeste.
As well as interpreting the great classics, the project will also include the
reinterpretation of popular songs, with the aim of increasing public acceptance and interest in orchestral arrangements. This approach broadens the scope of the project and provides a diverse and accessible musical experience for all spectators.
Golfe Chave Para o Futuro - Year 4
Through a partnership between the São Paulo Golf Federation, Indaiatuba City Hall and the Hurra! Association, the Golfe Chave para o Futuro project's mission is to educate citizens through sport and promote the spread of the sport in
Brazil. This project adopts an innovative methodology that combines the development of socio-emotional skills with the technical training of young people, thus providing comprehensive citizenship training.
The focus is not only to train participants in golf techniques, but also to prepare them for life's challenges, including the possibility of inclusion in the job market and income generation. This is achieved by expanding access to golf clubs and integrating them into the sports production chain. This holistic approach aims not only to promote the practice of sport, but also to empower young people to become responsible and successful citizens in their communities.
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Cultural Projects
ECA Interior
This project is an initiative of the Teko Porã Institute, an organization that has been working for almost two decades to promote Education through Sport as a tool for Human Development. In 2024, with the support of ROMI, the third edition of the project will be launched in the city, reaffirming the commitment to the social transformation of children and young people in vulnerability
situations.
The “Sport and Citizenship in Action” project continues the activities started in 2022 and focuses on the comprehensive education of the target group through a multidisciplinary approach that involves professionals in the fields of Physical Education, Psychology and Social Service, strengthening family and
community ties, promoting access to rights and contributing to the full development of each participant.
FMDCA e FMI
Through the Municipal Fund for the Rights of Children and Adolescents of Barretos and the Municipal Fund for the
Elderly of Barretos, ROMI continued to invest in health care for Hospital de Amor.
The Hospital de Amor is a reference in free care for cancer patients and originated in the city of Barretos, in the
interior of the state of São Paulo. Over the years, it has expanded its activities across the country, with the main pillars
guiding the institution: care, prevention, teaching and research.
It is important to note that Hospital de Amor only treats SUS patients from all over Brazil. The 2023 Annual Report¹ of
Hospital de Amor records, among other figures, 1,744,509 patients served coming from 2,581 municipalities.
The 2024 Annual Report will be published in September 2025.
Social Investments
In 2024,
R$ 1.764.852,94 was invested in 16 projects
Investments in People
The company also stands out for its ongoing commitment to developing people and improving its workforce. Through relevant programs aimed at both internal and external audiences, the company promotes technical training and personal growth. In 2024, we had 2,022 employees, spread across the nine countries in which ROMI has direct operations.
Health and Safety
at Work
Thanks to our strong commitment to Health and Safety at Work,
we have significantly reduced the absolute number of workplace accidents by 39.5% compared to 2023. Despite this progress, we remain steadfast in our commitment to zero accidents and emphasize that safety is a non-negotiable value for us. To this end, we continuously invest in training and the development of good practices to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for everyone.
With regards to health, we offer a company health plan and,
together with the health plan operator, organize various training courses on topics related to illness and physical and mental health In addition, we conduct traditional awareness campaigns, such as those on breast and prostate cancer prevention, with the goal of promoting the health and quality of life of our employees and their families.
Continuing our prevention initiatives, we conducted the Flu
Vaccination Campaign in collaboration with a specialized clinic, as we did in 2023. 494 employees and 296 family members
participated, underscoring our commitment to everyone's wellbeing
Activities Carried Out
To move further towards the goal of zero accidents, we strengthened our safety culture in 2024 through specific training courses such as “Risk Awareness” and
“Problem Solving Analysis Method (MASP)”, which focus on improving root cause analysis. In addition, we have conducted several campaigns, including “Yellow May”, “Caring Leadership” and the National Day for the Prevention of Accidents at Work, among other initiatives to improve health and safety at work.
We are strongly committed to safety management through our Safety Committee, which is made up of coordinators, managers and heads of production units. The main objective of the committee is to coordinate strategies, share best practices and monitor results in order to strengthen the protection of our employees.
In addition to our preventative measures, we offer a comprehensive safety training program ranging from initial training to regular refresher courses in accordance with Regulatory Standards (Nrs). We are committed to promoting a safe working environment, protecting the health of our employees, ensuring compliance with legal standards and, above all, establishing a corporate culture based on safety.
SIGI
Every year, we organize the Internal Integrated
Management Week (SIGI), an initiative to raise
awareness and train our employees in the areas of
environment, quality, occupational health and safety. As
part of this week, we promote various activities to deepen
and improve knowledge on these topics.
In 2024, we organized a Game Show with an interactive
board game that provided participants with information
in a dynamic way, promoting healthy and enriching
competition. The activity ended with a raffle for several
prizes. In addition, in the restaurants we offered a quiz
roulette on the topics covered and rewarded those who
answered correctly with gifts as recognition.
The event was a complete success and everyone was
involved and engaged!
PSIU
Launched in 2020, the PSIU Program – Participate, Suggest, Innovate and Use aims to raise awareness of the integrated
management system, which encompasses quality, environment, health, safety at work and compliance. Over time, the program has grown with broad participation from production and administrative areas and has become routine for
all employees. It strengthens the commitment to preventive
action, avoiding accidents and nonconformities, and, above all,
implementing improvements in the working environment, processes, and procedures.Since the start of the program, 90%
of the improvements proposed on the opened cards have already been implemented, totaling 4,880 cards for the foundry and 2,677 cards for the Head Office and Downtown units. Each area has a visual or electronic board to manage the program, with regular inspections, monitoring indices and awards based on the results achieved.
The PSIU has been a key factor in the continuous improvement of our integrated management system, particularly in the area of
occupational health and safety.
PIRA
Created in 2015, PIRA - Information, Reflection and Action Project is a newsletter aimed at raising awareness on health
prevention, accident reduction, environmental preservation and customer satisfaction. It is distributed monthly in physical and digital formats and is accessible to all employees. The project not only provides relevant content but also encourages interaction between managers and their teams by promoting dialogue on the topic covered. At the end, participants answer a question and enter a raffle to receive a monthly gift
First Job
ROMI focuses its efforts mainly on young people who are entering the job market. To this end, the company invests in programs for young apprentices and trainees. These investments are made through partnerships and agreements with various public and private institutions, such as Senai, Guarda Mirim de Santa Bárbara d'Oeste and internship programs mediated by CIEE (Centro de Integração Empresa Escola). From 2018 to 2024, ROMI hired 284 apprentices, developed in collaboration with Senai and Guarda Mirim
The internship programs for higher education students
(technologist or undergraduate) are aimed not only at the student's academic development, but also at the practical application of knowledge from the early years of the course. In addition, these programs represent a valuable opportunity for ROMI to identify and nurture new talent, giving recently graduated professionals the chance to develop professionally
Over the last five years, ROMI has achieved a 46.82% trainee success rate, demonstrating the success and positive impact of its trainee program on the young community looking for job opportunities.
People Training Programs
ROMI develops a variety of professional training programs for its employees, aimed at improving technical and personal skills that contribute to collective growth.
One notable example is continuous improvement programs, such as training and certification in the Lean Six Sigma methodology, which is widely recognized and applied in industries around the world, both on the production line and in the administrative area, with the aim of achieving operational excellence.*
ROMI values success as the result of successful individual and collaborative efforts. Since 2017, more than 1068 people have been trained in the White Belt, Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt and Master Black Belt categories, promoting a remarkable development of these professionals and generating an undeniable positive impact on internal processes.internos.
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Development Program
Continuing its commitment to developing and valuing its professionals, since 2017 ROMI has implemented programs aimed at training potential monitors and managers, through specific assessments and training. To date, more than 100 employees have been selected to take part in the Development Program, which focuses on improving participants' personal skills.
Monitors play a crucial role in supporting management in technical and production areas, playing a strategic role in achieving results. They must be ready to deal with daily demands with skill and efficiency. For this reason, all new monitors undergo intensive training, with the aim of enabling them to positively influence teams, increase productivity and develop new skills.
Since the program was launched, 81% of the vacancies for management positions have been filled by employees who have been through the Development Program. This result demonstrates the success in training new leaders, who are significantly better prepared to face the challenges inherent in the position
Investment in Training
In 2024, R$ 1,285,323.14 was invested in technical and behavioral training and in the funding of professional development for our employees. This was done through the reimbursement of postgraduate courses carried out in collaboration with SENAI and provided for in our training policy
We believe that investing in training is essential for the
development of skills, abilities and knowledge, thus creating engagement, efficiency and adaptability to market changes.
Trainee Program
Since 2001, ROMI has maintained a structured program for trainees, with the aim of developing new leaders endowed with essential technical and behavioral skills. This two-year program offers trainees a wide range of training and practical experience, covering all of the company's manufacturing and administrative areas.
During this period, participants have the opportunity to acquire knowledge and expertise in various aspects of the business, giving them a comprehensive understanding of how the company operates in its entirety. In addition, the individual skills of each trainee are identified and
developed so that, at the end of the program, they can be directed to specific areas that align with their talents and interests, preparing them to take on future responsibilities and opportunities with confidence and competence.
Leadership Training
Every year, ROMI organizes training sessions dedicated to our leadership. This is a way of continually preparing them for challenges and opportunities, as well as strengthening the concepts of good people management practices.
In 2024, we began training to develop a customercentric culture. To this end, with the support of a consulting firm, we conducted training sessions on topics that evoked our perspective on collective success and prioritization, as well as a customercentric organizational consciousness.
This contributes to the growth and development
of each team, promoting an effective and
collaborative leadership culture in the
organization.
G-CARD
In addition to the aforementioned programs, ROMI has the G-Card – Career and Performance Management, a tool that makes it possible to analyze the individual performance of employees. This
analysis allows managers to identify and make the most of each person's skills, promoting team development and appreciation.
Through this tool, employees have the opportunity to highlight their main skills, strengths and areas for potential development. This helps to guide career paths and allows ROMI to optimize the
use of each employee, aligning technical and personal skills with the company's needs.
POP
ROMI offers the POP - Programa de Oportunidade de Progresso
(Progress Opportunity Program), which prioritizes its employees by
publicizing available job vacancies internally, before making them
available to the external public. This allows staff to be reassigned
between operational, administrative or technical areas, according to their interests.
This program benefits both employees, who have the opportunity to seek new opportunities within the company, and ROMI, which makes better use of internal talent, thus increasing team engagement.
Over the past 5 years, ROMI has advertised more than 200 vacancies,
with an overall take-up rate of 74%.
Recognition for
Length of Service
In recognition and appreciation of each employee, ROMI
pays tribute every year to employees who have
completed 10, 20, 30 or 40 years of dedication to the
company. As well as receiving gifts, the honorees are
presented with a trophy representing the milestone
reached, during a special ceremony attended by their
managers and the company's entire board of directors.
Benefits and
Other Care
ROMI provides its employees with a range of benefits, including
Profit Sharing (PLR), medical and dental insurance, transportation,
food in its own restaurant, a monthly basic food basket, a Sesi
agreement, a school kit, life insurance, partnerships with schools and
gyms, as well as a Christmas hamper and gift.
All these benefits are aligned with the objective of providing better
living conditions for employees and their dependents, offering
support for basic and essential needs, as well as being aligned with
labor market practice.
School Kit
Education is undoubtedly one of the main foundations for transformation and progress in the world. It is through education that we can shape a
more just and equitable society.Fully aware of its crucial role in the educational advancement of its employees' families, and with the aim of supporting the purchase of essential school materials, ROMI has implemented the initiative of providing school kits for its employees' children, aged between 6 and 14
In 2024, this action benefited a total of 538 children, offering them personalized kits containing the specific materials appropriate for each age group. This measure not only strengthens ties between the company and its employees, but also demonstrates a tangible commitment to the educational development of future generations.
Engagement
The Engagement Assessment is a practice established since 2015, with the fundamental purpose of evaluating the effectiveness of all the development initiatives adopted by the company, as well as the level of employee satisfaction
and connection. Held every two years, this evaluation is based on 11 essential pillars: cooperation, communication, leadership,
pride, image, remuneration, respect, support, appreciation, social life and commitment.
It is important to note that the evaluation is conducted anonymously, giving employees the freedom to express any type of observation, comment, record or suggestion. In 2023, the results showed a high overall favorability rate, reaching 84.56%.
All the records obtained are thoroughly analyzed and taken into account, providing valuable insights for identifying
areas for improvement in each of the pillars mentioned. In addition, this data is also key to highlighting specific groups
or sectors that may have particular demands, making it possible to implement targeted and effective measures to promote a more satisfactory and productive working environment for all employees.
In addition, in 2023, for the first time, we expanded the application of the engagement survey to our subsidiaries abroad, also achieving a high overall favorability rate, reaching 80.12%.
As with the Brazilian operations, the information collected will be used to guide the implementation of actions aimed at
improving the organizational climate and strengthening the engagement of our employees in the international subsidiaries. This step represents an ongoing commitment to the well-being and development of all our team members, regardless of geographical location, reaffirming our commitment to excellence in all areas of the company's operations.
Family Visits
With the goal of strengthening relationships between employees and their families and fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment, ROMI held the “ amily Visit” event in 2024.
This opportunity gave family members the opportunity to get to know their loved ones' workplaces and gain a better understanding of the company culture and daily activities. This not only increases transparency but also creates a sense of belonging and appreciation.
The event offered a rich and varied program that provided unforgettable moments for everyone. The initiative, which was attended by 2,800 people, was a resounding success and underscored ROMI's commitment to valuing and integrating its employees.
The activities also included visits to historical sites that tell the story of the company's founding and allow us to delve into the heritage and achievements that have shaped our history
Diversity
Adapting to the times and developments in our society allows us to be part of the history of the national industry and the history of thousands of people. Promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion is also part of our company's maturation and continued development. It is part of our vision for the present and future of our people, our organization, and the industry itself.
Aware of its fundamental role in social development, the company has acted with intent and, based on its Diversity
Policy, approved in 2023, has made a commitment to promote diversity and inclusion by implementing affirmative action aimed at minorities, to guarantee a more inclusive and diverse working environment.
Following the Diversity CENSUS carried out in 2023, which achieved 100% coverage and a response rate of 77%,
strengths and areas requiring action were identified based on the perception of our employees and a demographic study of
the company. In 2024, with the support of a specialized consulting firm, we conducted an in-depth diagnosis that identified the main challenges and opportunities in relation to the topic. This made it possible to structure measures that increasingly promote a welcoming and inclusive environment
D&I Calendar Events
International Women´s Day
The month of March 2024 was dedicated to female employees and
their leading and inspiring role in our journey. We invited some female
employees to talk about their careers and inspire the entire company with their stories. We also hosted a lunch specifically for women, where a
female speaker provided moments of reflection and learning
LGBTQIA+Pride Week
In June 2024, we organized a week of various internal activities to raise awareness against homophobia and for equality. The campaign was entitled “Be who you want to be.
Respect who others are”. Employees were invited to reflect on the topic through an explanatory guide, announcements on our internal channels and also by taking part in conversation circles open to all, where we were able to discuss and share experiences
Anti-racism week
To mark Black Awareness Day in November 2024, we held a week dedicated to sharing ideas about creating a truly inclusive working environment that is free from prejudice and values ethnic diversity. In addition to internal information on this topic, we also held an open event to bring together employees who wanted to discuss the topic, share experiences and discuss how we can combat racism and build a fairer society.
ROMI self-portrait
Below you will find some data about our workforce,
based on the active employees as of December 31 of
each year.
This data is continuously analyzed so we can implement
the best D&I strategy.
ESG 2024