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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why Traditional Evacuation Plans Fall Short in Hybrid Work Environments

Antea Group

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Aflac Incorporated

Education

Cisco and Quest Alliance Are Modernizing Vocational Training for India’s Next-Gen Workforce

Cisco Systems Inc.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Helping Students Understand AI in the Classroom

Gen Digital Inc.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Mastercard: A Billion Connected: How We’re Empowering Even More People on the Road to Financial Health

Mastercard

Innovation & Technology

The Doctor Will See You Now: The Value of Human Connection in AI-Supported Medicine

DaVita

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

CVS Health: Thank You! City Hall Place Grand Opening Kansas City, Kansas

CVS Health

Diversity & Inclusion

Chemours Marks Women’s History Month Through Employee Engagement and Community Impact

Chemours

Featured Brands

Wells Fargo Helps Drive Growth in West Charlotte With $6 Million

Wells Fargo today announced a $6 million philanthropic investment in Charlotte, North Carolina, reinforcing the company’s long‑standing commitment to the city.

What It’s Like To Grow Up With a Trach

Grace's story is a powerful look at life with a tracheostomy (trach) and the strength of a family navigating a diagnosis.

PNC Surpasses Community Benefits Plan Commitment With $119 Billion in Community Investments

Surpassing our original $88 billion commitment with $119.3 billion in capital investments, loans and philanthropic support, PNC expanded homeownership, small business growth and community revitalization initiatives in low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities nationwide.

One Million Items Collected! Taco Bell® Sauce Container U.S. Recycling Program

For years, Taco Bell’s iconic hot sauce packets have been part of fans’ biggest and boldest moments, from elevating everyday meals to inspiring fashion statements and even unforgettable marriage proposals.

Ditch “Aisle Anxiety” With Guiding Stars

According to a recent survey of US adults, more than a third of respondents experience “aisle anxiety” when grocery shopping. And 39% feel “overwhelmed” by all the options. The survey also found that the average shopper spends four minutes deliberating over each item.

Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

Through Cisco Networking Academy, millions of learners each year gain the skills and credentials they need to lead, create, and thrive in the tech industry. Here, we’re showcasing a few of Cisco Networking Academy’s inspiring women and their unique career journeys.

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Life is full of unexpected moments, and unique choices and conventional milestones, like getting married or starting a new job, can be bypassed or reached at different times by different people.

Cisco and Quest Alliance Are Modernizing Vocational Training for India’s Next-Gen Workforce

When Priya first enrolled in a vocational training program at her local Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in northern India’s Haryana state, the prospect of a career in technology felt like a future that belonged to someone else.

Mastercard: A Billion Connected: How We’re Empowering Even More People on the Road to Financial Health

Over the past decade, nothing has reshaped the global economy more than digitalization. Nearly 80% of adults worldwide now have a bank or mobile money account, and 84% of adults in low‑ and middle‑income countries have a mobile phone.

Expanded Student-Athlete Mental Health Initiatives Tip Off During 2026 NCAA Final Four Weekend

LG Electronics USA partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to enhance mental wellness resources at the host schools of the 2026 NCAA Final Four men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments Indiana University, Indianapolis and Arizona State University

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Health & Healthcare

The "Seal of Approval": How to Find Trustworthy Treatment Centers for Law Enforcement Officers

At the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Officer Safety and Wellness Symposium, the Motorola Solutions Foundation and the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) addressed a critical gap in officer support.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Modern Social Impact Conferences Need a New Playbook

As an organizer of one of the largest corporate social impact events in the U.S., here are three shifts every modern impact-focused gathering must make: name the tension in the room; design for candor, not content; and activate the head and the heart.

Events, Media & Communications

Women Leading Atlanta’s Sustainability, Innovation, and Bold Impact

BoldImpact™ ATL’s insightful conversation with leaders from aviation, the global supply chain, entrepreneurship, manufacturing, and higher education showcase how sustainability moves from ambition to action.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A Mother’s Mission To Protect Her Children Through Vaccination

In places where malnutrition rates are high and access to healthcare is limited, simple illnesses can quickly turn deadly. A mother in Somalia does everything she can to keep her children healthy.

Energy

DP World Perspective: Why Energy Security Is Becoming a Core Port Strategy

In a recent Forbes Business Council article – "Ports And Power: Why Energy Security Is Becoming A Port Strategy" – Morten Johansen, COO of DP World in the Americas, outlines how energy security is emerging as a defining factor for ports, supply chains, and nearshoring decisions.

Research, Reports & Publications

Tire Industry Project-Supported Study Introduces Advanced Model for Simulating Movement of Tire and Road Wear Particles Through Soil and Waterways

The globally applicable watershed-scale mass balance model improves on previous versions by enabling accurate analysis across regions with varying characteristics, climates and stormwater management systems. Designed to use global/local datasets & open-source modeling frameworks.

Environment

Climate Risk Assessment for Strategic Decision-Making

Climate change is increasingly shaping business decisions at the executive level. From workers’ safety to supply chain disruptions, effects of rising temperatures and extreme weather patterns have proven to be a financial risk.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

CVS Health: Thank You! Gussie Belle Commons Grand Opening Salem, Oregon

On March 11, 2026, CVS Health proudly celebrated the Grand Opening of Gussie Belle Commons in Salem, Oregon, alongside our valued colleagues, local leaders, community organizations, development partners, and residents. The event marked the opening of a new community featuring 120

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Recognized Among 2026 USA Today Top Workplaces

For the fifth consecutive year, Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) is honored to have earned the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award.

Innovation & Technology

Inside Mary Kay’s Tech & Digital Transformation With CIO James Whatley

Fresh off a feature in CIO Dive and named a 2026 Dallas CIO Orbie Award finalist, James Whatley and his team, are leading a digital and tech transformation that’s reshaping how Mary Kay operates.

Innovation & Technology

SLR Launches Enhanced Digital Services Following Acquisition of Leading Climate-Modelling and Analytics Platforms

SLR today announced the launch of its enhanced Digital Services following the acquisition of Planetrics and ClimSystems - two of the market’s most advanced climate modelling and analytics platforms.

Diversity & Inclusion

LA Galaxy and Landon Donovan Unveil Mini Pitch to Expand Youth Soccer Access in Pico Rivera

AEG’s LA Galaxy, in partnership with the U.S. Soccer Foundation and LA Galaxy legend and former U.S. Men’s National Team captain Landon Donovan, unveiled a new community mini pitch on Friday, April 3 at Birney Tech Academy in Pico Rivera.

Education

Arrow Electronics Honors Student Innovators at Colorado Rockies Opening Day

For one high-achieving, Denver-area high school student, the Colorado Rockies’ Opening Day wasn’t just a day at the ballpark, but a chance to experience life in the big leagues.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Foundation Supports EMMA and Beechwood Businesses with $300,000 Investment in Connected Communities

The KeyBank Foundation is investing $300,000 in Connected Communities to support small businesses and commercial property owners located in the EMMA and Beechwood neighborhoods through its Small Business Fund.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

CBP Guidance on Tariffs: What the CAPE System Means for Importers

Billions in potential tariff refunds are moving closer to reality, but not all importers will benefit at the same time.

Environment

PSEG - Leading by Example: NJCC Upgrades Its Headquarters Through Energy Efficiency

As a nonprofit organization, NJCC understands the challenging environment small businesses face, where every dollar counts and resources must be stretched as far as they can go. This need to extend resources led NJCC to participate in our Direct Install Program.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Regulatory Changes in North America, Europe, and Australia: Key Health & Safety Updates for Multinational Employers

Health and safety regulatory frameworks continue to evolve globally as governments respond to changing workplace risks, workforce mobility, and societal expectations.

Innovation & Technology

Everpure: A Bridge Too Far? AI’s Power Problem

The conversation explores the startling numbers: from wholesale electricity costs skyrocketing near data clusters and the projection that AI power demand could grow 30x by 2035, to the invisible cost of every single chatbot query.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Named to Forbes List of World’s Best Banks 2026 Ranking

Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) has been named to Forbes list of the World's Best Banks 2026, marking the fourth year the Bank has earned the recognition.

Events, Media & Communications

KeyBank Teammates Take the Field for Cleveland Guardians Home Opener

KeyBank’s cherished partnership with the Cleveland Guardians was on full display on Friday, April 3, as more than 200 KeyBank teammates stepped onto the field ahead of the team’s home opener, helping to hold the American flag during the pregame ceremony.

Education

Discovery Education Releases Free Resources To Help Educators Bring 250 Years of U.S. History Into Classrooms

Discovery Education, the edtech leader trusted by 45% of U.S. K-12 schools, today introduced a free collection of cross-curricular resources designed to help educators engage students with the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Aetna Collaborates With Community Organizations To Strengthen Access to Quality Care and Essential Resources in Central Missouri

Aetna Better Health of Missouri, a CVS Health company (NYSE: CVS), announced that Aetna provided a total of $35,000 in funding to two community-based organizations in central Missouri to improve access to health care and support child and family well being.

Events, Media & Communications

SCS Global Services Names John Parker Managing Director of Energy, Biomaterials and Circularity Division

John Parker has been named Managing Director of Energy, Biomaterials and Circularity (EBC) Division at SCS Global Services.

Research, Reports & Publications

Entergy’s 2025 Performance Report Highlights Growth, Reliability and Customer-Driven Initiatives

Entergy today announced the publishing of its 2025 Performance Report, “Energy for a Better Future,” detailing the company’s achievements last year and the strategic priorities guiding its path forward on behalf of customers and communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why Traditional Evacuation Plans Fall Short in Hybrid Work Environments

In the modern professional landscape, the traditional office is no longer a static environment. As organizations embrace flexibility, the foundational safety protocols that once seemed robust are now revealing dangerous cracks.

Latest Campaigns

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service

KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

IWBI | Workplace Wellness

A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...

Health and Safety by Antea Group

Antea Group's health and safety consultants understand what it takes to help make a positive impact on safety culture. Read blogs, insights, and more...

Community Investment

all community engagement efforts (e.g., Teach for All, volunteerism, etc.)