Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

GRI 102-12, 102-15, 102-21, 103-2, 403-6, 404-2

Our core value of Act with Integrity describes our commitment to DEI. At DOC, we value diversity and embrace the unique qualities of our team members. In 2019, we formed our DEI Council that sets ambitious and attainable goals, develops educational platforms, and plans activities to promote DEI at all levels of our organization, creating a culture of fairness and respect for our team members. The DEI Council represents all workgroups within our company.

We take a personalized approach, including promoting the inclusion of diverse candidates in recruitment efforts, providing enhanced career development support for DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION AT DOC underrepresented populations, and ensuring that we continue to offer benefits and compensation that attracts and retains diverse team members. Our DEI Council meets monthly, operating under the direction and full support of our Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Investment Officer, who reports on activities to our President and CEO. In addition, the DEI Council is overseen by the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and reports to the entire Board as needed. We feel that this level of visibility leads to high engagement, accountability, and fulfillment of our DEI goals.

DEI Council Mission Statement

By taking intentional steps to include people with varied voices, ideas, and perspectives, we aim to create greater shared value for our employees, shareholders, customers, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

2021 DEI Council

Chair: Tosha Clay Executive Team Sponsor: Laurie Becker Jessica Bissett, Sydonia Blake, Kimberly Borst, Ben Chrystak, Mark Dukes, Obumneke Eto, Megan Gohsman, Amy Hall, Daniel Klein, Laura Kreiser, Jennifer Manna, Patrick McCoshen, Leann Mester, Amanda Slavata, Joey Williams, and Zoë Zeitler

“Our shared vision for DEI at DOC is to create a safe space for open, honest, thoughtful, and respectful conversations. By offering memorable, meaningful opportunities for engagement, we advance our goals and create true belonging for our team members.”

Leann Mester Director of Corporate Marketing & Communications, 2022 DEI Council Chair “Everybody is so open, helpful, and friendly and wants to see you succeed. I truly enjoy coming to work every day and having opportunities to grow within the company.”

Melissa Variny Accounting Intern

2021 Successes NEW

Internal Team: All five of DOC’s 2021 summer interns brought diverse backgrounds and perspectives to our team, representing those who identify as female, veteran, LGBTQIA+, or Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), supporting our efforts to build a diverse and talented leadership pipeline. In addition, all internal and external candidate recruitment focuses on seeking diverse candidates, using organizations, resources, and job boards with diverse followings. DOC also began observing Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a paid day off for team members for action and education. Finally, our executive performance reviews include a DEI element.

Culture: In 2021, Physicians Realty Trust hosted companywide DEI town halls with topics including women in leadership, mental health, and inclusive working styles and recognition differences. We also held a two-day, manager-level “Basics of Diversity” workshop. In addition, our annual Management Summit, which included over 300 team members and partner property management, leasing, and engineering professionals, featured a dedicated DEI keynote speaker Beth Ridley.

Financial Investments: In coordination with NAIOP Wisconsin and the Marquette University Center for Real Estate, DOC supported the Real Estate Exchange (“REEX”) Summer Program. This organization’s mission is to provide diverse high school students with opportunities to consider careers in commercial real estate. We provided in-kind marketing and communications services to promote the program as well as scholarships to participants. Industry: Our President and CEO signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge in July 2021, which aims to rally the business community from across industries and sectors to advance DEI within the workplace. We are also proud of our representation on the national Nareit Social Responsibility Council in 2021, and our team members regularly attend continuing education on DEI matters through Nareit conferences.

Community Engagement: DOC continued its ongoing partnership with Year Up, a national organization whose mission connects talented young adults and top companies to launch careers, power businesses, and build communities. Our 2021 activities included virtual networking events and mock interviews that have fostered ongoing mentorships among our team members and recent program graduates.

2022 DEI Engagement & Belonging Survey NEW

“I feel like I belong at DOC.” 91% OF ALL EMPLOYEES

“I feel like DOC’s public DEI stance aligns with my views/opinions as a DOC team member.” 93% OF ALL EMPLOYEES

“I feel like I have access to overall learning and development opportunities at DOC to further my career.” 85% OF ALL EMPLOYEES

2022: Looking Ahead

Our team has developed targeted DEI goals to make a tangible and meaningful impact on our company, industry, and communities, ultimately advancing DEI principles and better business performance. View our goals for 2022 and beyond on page 14. In addition, effective March 1, 2022, we are proud to add to our Board of Trustees’ diversity and thought leadership with the appointment of Ava Lias-Booker, Esq. Learn more on page 59.