Section 1
PEOPLE
We are dedicated to empowering the people who make up our business—from employees to artisans, suppliers, and local communities.
At Tom Wood, social and environmental responsibility go hand in hand. Behind every product are the people who make it possible, and we are committed to ensuring fair, safe, and healthy working conditions for our team and supply chain partners.
We are focused on creating an inclusive and accountable workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow. By prioritising fair treatment, equal opportunities, and strong partnerships, we aim to make a lasting, positive impact on the communities we work with.
Our organisation
Tom Wood, headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with satellite teams in Tokyo and Barcelona, was founded by Creative Director Mona Jensen in 2013.
As of 2024, we employ 57 people globally, working from our headquarters, flagship stores in Oslo and Tokyo, or in a hybrid manner.
The company is governed by a Board of Directors who convene six times a year, an executive management team, and a management team that offers operational insights to the Board. Additionally, we have established a Responsibility Team, comprising department managers whose primary task is to collaboratively advance our responsibility strategy across our operations.
Our jewellery suppliers
Collaboration is essential to addressing the challenges facing our industry. At Tom Wood, we work closely with suppliers who share our commitment to sustainability and accountability, encouraging them to grow with us as we expand our due diligence efforts.
A key focus of our social responsibility strategy is enhancing supply chain transparency and accountability. We are continuously improving our processes to assess and mitigate risks, from supplier selection and onboarding to monitoring due diligence and advancing initiatives like product traceability, data control, and renewable energy transitions.
Our suppliers reflect our commitment to sustainability by embracing innovation, such as investing in solar power, water purification, and metal recycling. Through regular dialogue and close partnerships, we support their efforts to drive meaningful change, knowing that every improvement brings us closer to a more responsible future.
Commitments and certifications
Certifications and industry commitments are vital to Tom Wood’s responsibility journey. They provide a trusted framework for driving accountability, ensuring transparency, and upholding the highest standards across our operations and supply chain. By aligning with globally recognised initiatives, we demonstrate our dedication to ethical practices, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement—building trust with our customers, partners, and industry peers.
Supplier code of conduct
We promote the adoption of the highest social standards across our supply chain requiring all suppliers to adhere to the principles expressed in our Supplier Agreement and our Supplier Code of Conduct. Our Code of Conduct is based on ILO Conventions, the UN Declaration of Human Rights, and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
Our supplier Code of Conduct promotes sustainable business practices and accountability across our supply chain. We review and revise our Code of Conduct on an annual basis ensuring that it always aligns with the highest standards. Following the shut down of our RTW department we revised our Code of Conduct with reinforced focus on high risk areas in the jewellery industry, such as:
• Human and labour rights
• Health & safety
• Environment
• Responsible sourcing
• Transparency and traceability
Our Supplier Code of Conduct is available to the public in its entirety here.
Responsible Jewellery Council
In 2021, Tom Wood joined the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the leading authority on sustainability standards in the international watch and jewellery industry. As a member, we advocate for responsible practices, focusing on environmental impact, traceability, and fair working conditions. The RJC sets a benchmark for the jewellery supply chain and offers mechanisms to validate corporate responsibility through independent audits.
In 2023, we passed an audit by SGS, an independent auditor, and received a three year Code of Practices (COP) certification. This achievement underscores our dedication to ethical, environmental, and social integrity. The COP certification, unique in the industry, spans the entire jewellery production process and is a globally recognised hallmark of business ethics and responsible supply chain management.
Furthermore, all our jewellery manufacturers are certified RJC members, ensuring adherence to responsible business standards across our supply chain.
Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030
Tom Wood is proud to join the Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030, a transformative effort initiated by Cartier and Kering, in partnership with the Responsible Jewellery Council. Driven by the shared conviction that global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and aspirations for a sustainable industry can only be achieved through collaboration, this initiative unites key stakeholders in committing to three ambitious, common objectives: building climate resilience, preserving resources, and fostering inclusiveness.
UN Global Compact
As a part of our commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices, Tom Wood is a proud participant in the UN Global Compact. This initiative encourages businesses worldwide to align their strategies and operations with ten universal principles covering human rights, labour, the environment, and anti-corruption. Our participation reaffirms our dedication to responsible corporate citizenship and sustainable development, further reinforcing our role in driving positive change within the jewellery industry.
UN Women’s Empowerment Principles
In addition to our commitment to sustainability, Tom Wood has endorsed the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles, a set of guidelines established by the UN Women and the UN Global Compact to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace, and community. By supporting these principles, we aim to foster an inclusive and equitable workplace while advocating for diversity and equal opportunity throughout our value chain.
Science Based Targets Initiative
At the beginning of 2025, Tom Wood became a signatory of the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi), further underlining our commitment to ambitious climate action. SBTi provides a globally recognized framework setting greenhouse gas reduction targets in line with the latest climate science and the Paris Agreement. By joining this initiative, we commit to ensuring our business growth aligns with a net-zero future.
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