Vevey / Ankara, 24 February 2026 – The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation is pleased to announce that Ülker Bisküvi A.Ş. has obtained the Equal Pay and Opportunities certification, by EQUAL-SALARY certification, a symbol of excellence in terms of equality for all employees of Ülker Bisküvi A.Ş. in Turkey. After successfully passing the statistical analysis of its salaries, Ülker Bisküvi A.Ş. underwent an internal audit entrusted to Forvis Mazars, proving that it practices equal pay and equal opportunities for women and men.
The Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification is valid for three years, during which, the company undergoes two monitoring audits. After 3 years, if the organisation wants to keep its label, it needs to renew the certification process with a new salary analysis and a full on-site audit.
“Ülker Bisküvi A.Ş. demonstrates that gender equality is not driven by statements, but by structured systems and daily practice. By embedding equal pay and equal opportunity principles into its governance and operations, the company has translated commitment into measurable, transparent and accountable results. This certification positions Ülker Bisküvi A.Ş. as an inspiring leader for the wider business community — proving that sustainable performance and verified equality means creating an environment where women and men can thrive on equal terms,” commented Lisa Rubli, CEO of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation.
“Being certified by EQUAL-SALARY demonstrates—through an independent and internationally recognised audit—that we apply fair pay and equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of gender. This process reinforced the importance of strong data discipline, clear and objective pay principles, and the impact of end-to-end people practices on achieving true pay equity. It also strengthened our internal trust and transparency, supported our governance around reward decisions, and reminded us that pay equity is not a one-off milestone but an ongoing commitment. Ultimately, it shows that we do not only speak about our values; we live by them,” added Özgür Kölükfakı, CEO of Ülker Bisküvi A.Ş.
