By complying with the HRC’s controversial demands, Lear Corporation, an automotive seating manufacturer, increases the risk of dividing employees, alienating customers and harming shareholders. It uses sex and gender ideology criteria in employee recruitment, vendor selection, and philanthropic support. Lear Corporation does not provide viewpoint protections for its employees. However, the company has not publicly terminated business relationships based on views or beliefs. The company's CEO signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge and released a letter to employees regarding racial justice. For these reasons, Lear Corporation receives a Medium Risk rating.