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Tapestry Career Spotlight: Eric Chavous, Senior Manager, Counsel

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Sustainable Development Goals

Revolutionizing the Future of Plastic in Normandy, France | Eastman

Eastman is investing to create the world’s largest molecular recycling plant in Port-Jérôme-sur-Seine in Normandy, France.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Data Reveals Public Perceptions on Digital Skills

Technological innovation and the digital revolution drive our economy. Keeping up with this change requires digital skills and proficiency in virtually every industry – from manufacturing to home healthcare to retail.

Events, Media & Communications

Inogen Alliance Announces New Shareholder and Board Member With Tonkin + Taylor

The Inogen Alliance Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of a new shareholder, Tonkin + Taylor, New Zealand and new board member, Richard Hancy, Executive Leader, Tonkin + Taylor.

Environment

Franklin Templeton Office Furniture Finds Second Life at Community Organizations

With the recently completed upgrades of offices in San Mateo, CA, Rancho Cordova, CA and Stamford, CT, 100% of the company’s no-longer-needed office furniture was diverted from the landfill.

Education

IBM, Community Colleges To Offer Cybersecurity & Data Analytics Certificates

IBM has announced a new collaboration with several community college systems to offer cybersecurity and data analytics training to prepare students for an array of hi-tech jobs.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Key Secured Credit Card® Builds Financial Futures for More Than 30,900 Program Graduates

Today, KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) announced that the Spring 2024 graduating class of the Key Secured Credit Card® program comprises more than 2,800 clients who have worked hard to improve their credit scores and establish financial stability.

Innovation & Technology

Mastercard Taps Into Digital Partnerships To Build Financial Resilience

Digital platform use is on the rise throughout Latin America, providing a source of income for millions of people.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Baker Tilly Helps the Hearts for Sight Foundation Make Nature More Accessible

Each year, through Baker Tilly Wishes, the Baker Tilly Foundation provides 15 grants of $10,000 to not-for-profits – each nominated by our team members.

Diversity & Inclusion

Embracing Diversity in Tech During Juneteenth and Beyond

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when freedom reached all enslaved African Americans. At Gen, we honor this day with reflection, service, and education. Join us in celebrating and promoting allyship, while advancing diversity and inclusion year-round.

Events, Media & Communications

Supporting Houston’s Tiniest Patients, Baker Hughes To Sponsor Texas Children’s 26th Annual Bad Pants Open

Baker Hughes is pleased to announce it will be the presenting sponsor for the 2024 Bad Pants Open, an annual event raising critical funds to support Texas Children’s Hospital Newborn Center® and neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CNH Fargo Plant Partners With Farm in the Dell Event

Employees from world class equipment, technology and services company, CNH, volunteered to help plant two acres of corn and potatoes as part of the Feed Our Own Backyard initiative.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Marathon Petroleum Answers a Food Pantry’s Call for Help

For MPC Control Systems Specialist Jeff Gartner, volunteering provided an opportunity to reconnect with AMEN. For several years, Gartner contributed fresh produce from his 15,000-square-foot garden until recently taking a break from gardening.

Events, Media & Communications

All You Need To Know About Paris 2024 Sustainability

Paris 2024 is setting new sustainability standards for global sporting events. Reducing the environmental impact while maximising social and economic benefits, Paris 2024 organisers will deliver a spectacular event that is more responsible, more sustainable and more inclusive.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sofidel France Bets on Biomass

In France, the second biomass boiler at the Frouard plant is on its way.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet Emily Aktar, Mackenzie Culver, & Dapnee Hernandez: Cultivating Henkel’s Next Generation of Talent

Emily Aktar, Mackenzie Culver, and Dapnee Hernandez serve as site liaisons for the Henkel internship program. Hear about their career experiences and why they love supporting new talent at Henkel.

Research, Reports & Publications

MetLife 2023 Sustainability Report: Caring for Our Communities

MetLife Foundation helps connect MetLife colleagues with nonprofits and opportunities to make a difference through volunteerism, pro-bono work and grantmaking.

Diversity & Inclusion

Female Gamers “Level Up” KFC Campaign in Saudi Arabia

KFC has leveled up its “Play KFC” platform with a catchy campaign called “The Original Gamechangers” created by TBWA\RAAD featuring female gamers Shahad Alabih (@shahadalabih), Meshael (@meshaelm), and Juju (@btrfly3) in collaboration with the Saudi Esports Federation (SEF).

Health & Healthcare

When It Comes to Cancer Support, the Human Element Is Invaluable

An older gentleman called in and reached a customer care specialist in the Aflac Customer Solutions Center. A few days prior, he went to a local shipping store to fax in his claim forms. He wasn’t sure if he used the machine correctly.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

SAP Recognized as One of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies in 2024

The 2024 sustainability study measures how organizations are tracking against climate programs, such as the 1.5°C Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) target or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: John Fortin, Worcester, MA

John Fortin started working with Norton, Saint-Gobain in his early 20s, and now he's a Value Stream Coach at our Norton Abrasives plant in Worcester, MA, in a fulfilling career. Any person, from any background, can be a manufacturer. And as John says - "it started as just a job.

Sustainable Development Goals

Eastman and UT Fans Break Records With 44,950 Pounds of Recycling

In 2022, we set a world record with the University of Tennessee's “Good Sports Always Give Back” program by recycling 38,452 pounds of waste. In 2023, we challenged the University of Michigan, pitting Neyland Stadium against The Big House.

Environment

Veolia Releases Results of Global Climate Survey

Veolia’s Barometer of Ecological Transformation survey shows Americans are feeling increasingly anxious and vulnerable to worsening climate conditions, but still believe it’s not too late to turn the tide.

Events, Media & Communications

Chemours: Fluorine Chemistries Are Essential to a Sustainable Future

Gerardo Familiar, the President of Advanced Performance Materials at Chemours, was recently a guest on the Energy Evolution podcast by S&P Global Commodity Insights, highlighting the essential role of Chemours' chemistry in a sustainable future.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Dear Fashion: Let’s Step Up and Get Aligned

In this latest blog written by Colin Browne, CEO at Cascale, he reflects on insights shared with Women's Wear Daily on the urgent need for coordinated sustainability efforts in the fashion industry.

Research, Reports & Publications

Baker Tilly’s Insight on Navigating the CSRD: A Sustainability Reporting Guide for U.S. Companies

In recent years, the global focus on sustainability reporting has experienced a significant shift. What was essentially a voluntary exercise for the last few decades has become a mandate for many companies across the United States and throughout the world.

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    60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...
  3. Drive for MPC
    At Marathon Petroleum, our professional truck drivers share one common vision: no accidents, no injuries, and no harm to the environment. We’re proud...
  4. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  5. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
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  6. License to Operate
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  7. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
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  8. Communities and People
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    AEG's sustainability initiatives are designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive sustainability...
  11. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
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  12. Tapestry I The Power of Our People
    We aim to foster a culture of purpose and fulfillment at Tapestry by embedding equity, inclusion and diversity throughout our organization, and...
  13. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
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    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
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    GoDaddy's ESG reporting shows our progress in building a more sustainable, equitable and inclusive society and outlines areas for future growth.