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Events, Media & Communications

Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship Convenes Entrepreneurs, Investors and HBCU Leaders for Empowerment Summit

Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship will host the 2025 HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit from June 19 to 21, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis in Washington.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Patricia Corsi Named to Forbes World's Most Influential CMOs for Second Consecutive Year

Kimberly-Clark Chief Growth Officer Patricia Corsi has been recognized once again on Forbes' prestigious World's Most Influential CMOs list for 2025.

Environment

Turning the Tables for Sustainable Development in India

As World Table Tennis Day is celebrated today, we highlight the work of Tanjun Associate LLP. This organisation uses table tennis as a vehicle for lasting environmental and social impact in rural communities in India

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

T‑Mobile’s Hometown Grants Program Delivers Nearly $18M in Lasting Change Across 400 Communities

T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) today unveiled the next 25 towns to receive a Hometown Grant, bringing the total to 400 recipients since the Un-carrier kicked off its five-year commitment to small towns and rural communities in April 2021.

Innovation & Technology

The Power of Yum!: One Event, Nearly 1,000 Attendees, Billions of Possibilities

Almost all of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill restaurants are owned and operated by franchisees – 98% of nearly 61,000 locations, to be exact.

Innovation & Technology

Cisco - Scan, Eat, Learn: Wearable Devices Help Young Learners in Africa Thrive

60% of children in Kenya can’t count on three meals a day. For children in underserved communities across Africa, education remains the surest path to a more secure future — and yet hunger inhibits learning and optimal development for a majority of the country’s young people.

Energy

Powering Smart Homes for Today’s Visionary Builders and Homeowners

The U.S. homebuilding industry is undergoing a pivotal transformation. Supply chain disruptions, evolving consumer expectations and rapid technological change are not just shifting the landscape – they’re redefining what it means to build a home.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Fifth Third Announces Three-Year, $20M Investment in North Nashville

Fifth Third (NASDAQ: FITB) and Nashville leaders announced today that North Nashville will join the Fifth Third Neighborhood Program, bringing an influx of $20 million over three years to help revitalize the community.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Inogen Alliance Associate Awards: Environment Analyst Sustainability Delivery Award and Antea Group Innovation Award

Inogen Alliance is proud to announce recent awards and short-listed award entries from multiple Associate companies, including Antea Group USA, Antea Group Belgium, Antea Group France, Antea Group Netherlands, CDG Environmental Costa Rica, and Tonkin + Taylor New Zealand.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LA Galaxy, Black Star, and Carson Parks and Recreation Unite To Empower Black Youth Through Juneteenth Soccer Clinics

In a powerful celebration of Juneteenth, the LA Galaxy partnered with Black Star and Carson Parks and Recreation to host two dynamic youth soccer clinics in Carson, CA—underscoring the club’s unwavering commitment to inclusion, and community empowerment.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Veolia Opens One of the Largest PFAS Treatment Plants in the U.S., Delivering High-Quality Drinking Water to Over 100,000 Delaware Residents

At a time when water is more vital than ever for public health and environmental protection, Veolia has built one of the largest PFAS treatment systems in the United States and the largest of its kind in the Northeast.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GoDaddy 2024 Sustainability Report: People & Culture | Learning & Development

To harness the power of our people, we’re fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Investing in the growth of our employees is about enhancing their skills—and delivering the success of the company, as well as enriching the experience for our customers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Community Farmers Markets Growing Climate Solutions in Georgia: A Climate Digest Interview

Community Farmers Markets (CFM), an Atlanta-based nonprofit, is scaling several of the 20 Drawdown Georgia climate solutions in the neighborhoods that need it most. Their team recently shared how they are reducing emissions, fighting food insecurity, and creating a sense of commu

Environment

PotlatchDeltic Shows the Importance of Sustainable Forest Management

PotlatchDeltic’s Vice President, Timberlands, Darin Ball discusses how sustainable forest management is a holistic approach to the stewardship of our lands.

Health & Healthcare

3 Takeaways From DaVita CEO Javier Rodriguez on the Future of Health Technology

Health care conversations have outgrown the concept of transformation; what we need now is a revolution, driven by the capabilities of cutting-edge technology.

Research, Reports & Publications

Subaru Releases Seventh Annual Corporate Impact Report

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today released its seventh annual Corporate Impact Report, reaffirming its steadfast commitment to being More Than a Car Company®.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Putting Job Skills to Work for the Greater Good

Giving back has always been a priority for Monica Gross Lopez and she’s a committed, lifelong volunteer in her Kissimmee, Florida, community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Welcoming the Future: Tapestry Japan Celebrates 66 New Graduates During Sakura Season

In April, Tapestry held its furst multi-brand Nyushashiki ceremony bringing together new hires from Coach and kate spade new york, marking a vibrant start to their careers and reinforcing Tapestry’s commitment to growth and opportunity.

Innovation & Technology

CASE Beefs Up Large Excavator Lineup With New CX380E Crawler Unit

CNH brand, CASE Construction Equipment, continues to focus on developing swift, smooth, smart machines that help operators get more done with the launch of the new CX380E large excavator.

Events, Media & Communications

Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship Convenes Entrepreneurs, Investors and HBCU Leaders for Empowerment Summit

Howard University & PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship will host the 2025 HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit from June 19 to 21, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis in Washington.

Environment

Spring 2025 Roundtable Recap: Advancing Beverage Environmental Sustainability Through Collective Leadership

This past May, members of The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) convened in Sevilla, Spain, for its Spring 2025 Roundtable Meeting, bringing together global beverage leaders for three days of strategic dialogue, technical exchange, and on-the-ground inspiration.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Patricia Corsi Named to Forbes World's Most Influential CMOs for Second Consecutive Year

Kimberly-Clark Chief Growth Officer Patricia Corsi has been recognized once again on Forbes' prestigious World's Most Influential CMOs list for 2025.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy Texas Marks 25 Years of Fan Donations To Help Customers Beat the Heat

As rising heat levels and costs of living continue to impact Southeast Texas communities, Entergy Texas marks the 25th anniversary of its annual fan distribution program to help vulnerable customers stay safe and cool.

Environment

Sustainability Resource Hub: Strategies, Metrics, and Best Practices

This post provides a starting point for businesses to learn about sustainability and why it is crucial for long-term success.

Energy

Solar Powers a Sustainable Energy Future on Rayonier Land

The world’s appetite for energy is growing exponentially, with each year’s new electricity demands exceeding Japan’s entire annual electricity consumption. In the United States alone, electricity demand is projected to rise by as much as 50 percent by the year 2040

Environment

Turning the Tables for Sustainable Development in India

As World Table Tennis Day is celebrated today, we highlight the work of Tanjun Associate LLP. This organisation uses table tennis as a vehicle for lasting environmental and social impact in rural communities in India

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

After Fifteen Years and Fifteen Reviews, CSRHub Remains B Corp Certified

With 15 consecutive reviews passed since 2010, CSRHub reaffirms its commitment to using ESG data for positive impact. Learn how we’ve helped shape transparency, accountability, and sustainability in corporate decision-making through our mission-driven model

Responsible Production & Consumption

C... for Clinkerisation, a Saint-Gobain Podcast

“Clinkerization” is the technical term for the process of producing the backbone of cement: clinker. To produce clinker, non-renewable materials are heated to very high temperatures. One of the ingredients is limestone which releases huge amounts of carbon dioxide when heated.

Health & Healthcare

Stop Rabies To Save Lives: Boehringer Ingelheim’s Contribution to Rabies Elimination

Through the Stop Rabies program, Boehringer Ingelheim is contributing towards achieving the global Zero by 30 goal to end human deaths from dog-mediated rabies infections by 2030.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sustainability at Sea: How DP World Is Charting a Green Future for Maritime Trade

As the global maritime industry navigates the accelerating demands of sustainability, DP World is anchoring itself at the center of change.

Innovation & Technology

Southern Company Is Revolutionizing Infrastructure Management With Aetos Technology

At a time when technological advancements are reshaping entire industries, Southern Company continues its tradition of embracing cutting-edge solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety and maintaining industry-leading standards in delivering energy to customers.

Diversity & Inclusion

Southern Company Supports Veterans’ Transition to Civilian Careers Through DoD SkillBridge Partnership

At Southern Company, we respect the military community’s service and value their contributions. We take pride in being a great place to work for military and veterans, providing apprenticeship and development opportunities within our region.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Fifth Third’s Neighborhood Program
    Fifth Third has a proven track record of success in community development through its neighborhood program, which creates and implements innovative...
  2. 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...
  3. Communities and People
    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  4. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  5. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  6. Forests
    Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.
  7. 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...
  8. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  9. Subaru Love Promise: Community
    Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...
  10. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  11. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  12. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  13. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  14. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  15. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...