Belden Named a World’s Top Disability Inclusive Business

Venlo, The Netherlands – August 13, 2026 – Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as a World’s Top Disability Inclusive Business based on its performance on the Disability Index^®, the leading global benchmark for disability inclusion in business.

Belden earned the Established level of proficiency which reflects the company's ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, with strong performance across areas including accessibility, culture, leadership, recruitment, career development, and inclusive communications. The Disability Index is the world’s leading third-party benchmarking tool for evaluating corporate disability inclusion and is used by hundreds of leading companies across the globe.

“Being recognized as a Top Disability Inclusive Business is a tremendous honor,” said German Fernandez, Diverse Abilities Employee Resource Group (ABLE ERG) Executive Sponsor at Belden. “It reminds us that disability inclusion isn't just about removing barriers – it's about building a culture where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered to do their best work."

“This recognition reflects the progress we’ve made toward our commitment to building a workplace where people with disabilities can thrive, grow, and lead,” said Leah Tate, Chief People and Strategy Officer. “We are focused on embedding accessibility and disability inclusion across our business as a driver of performance, innovation, and long-term growth."

The Disability Index is trusted by over 70% of the Fortune 100 and nearly half of the Fortune 500 and provides companies with data-driven insights to assess performance, identify opportunities, and drive continuous improvement over time.

Companies scoring at the highest proficiency levels earn recognition as World’s Top Disability Inclusive Businesses, signaling leadership and progress to employees, customers, and partners.