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Events, Media & Communications

FedEx Wishes the United Service Organizations a Happy USO Day!

February 4th marks USO Day, the anniversary of the founding of the United Service Organizations (USO), a congressionally chartered, private organization that has been steadfastly supporting United States service members and their families since 1941.

Education

From Building Robots to Solving Challenges: A Student’s Journey From Curiosity to a STEM-Driven Future

At just 16 years old, Miles Davis, a high-school senior from Washington, D.C., is already charting a path towards a STEM career.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

DaVita Celebrates 25 Years of Exceptional Patient Care, Empowering the Future of Kidney Health

DaVita, a comprehensive kidney care provider, is celebrating 25 years of clinical care delivery and leadership in healthcare innovation.

Diversity & Inclusion

Olympism365 in Action Across Latin America and Africa: Sport, Education and Livelihoods

Discover how the IOC, through its Olympism365 strategy, is using sport to make an impact in education and livelihoods across Latin America and Africa.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Gowri Narsimhamurthy: Harnessing the Power of Voice and Mentorship To Uplift Her Community

Tapping into different voices, perspectives, and experiences helps businesses solve problems, reveals new opportunities to grow, and encourages contributions that better support people and communities.

Innovation & Technology

2025 Predictions: The Year of Impact for Small Businesses Using AI

Looking back on another remarkable year of microbusiness growth, GoDaddy has been inspired by the resilience and innovation shown by entrepreneurs. Despite macroeconomic challenges like access to financial capital and inflation.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Bath & Body Works’ First Sustainable Sourcing Social Impact Program: Madagascan Vanilla

As an important part of Bath & Body Works’ ESG journey, we’re working to create lasting, positive impacts through sustainable sourcing practices.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FareStart Receives $450,000 Grant From KeyBank Foundation

The KeyBank Foundation has announced a grant of $450,000 to FareStart as the nonprofit seeks to extend the breadth and depth of its job training programs, with a goal of increasing overall program impact by 60% over three years.

Energy

Eaton Invests in New South Carolina Transformer Manufacturing Site To Power Data Centers, Grid Modernization, Electrification and Industrialization

Intelligent power management company Eaton (NYSE:ETN) is helping address the critical shortage of transformers and record demand for its solutions across utility, large commercial, industrial and data center customers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cascale and Worldly Release Policy Deep Dive on IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards

Cascale and Worldly, the leading sustainability data insights platform, released their latest policy deep dive, “Building a Global Baseline: The Role of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards.”

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Navigating 2025: Trends and Innovations for Public Housing Repositioning

During this on-demand webinar, presenters from Baker Tilly and D3G discuss the latest updates at HUD, developments in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) sector, advancements in energy efficiency and climate resiliency and other relevant topics.

Social Impact & Volunteering

AMD and Rise Against Hunger Tackle Food Insecurity

AMD is known for technologies that help make our world a better place. Beyond advancing technology, as a company, we are committed to advancing communities through corporate philanthropy and employee volunteerism.

Innovation & Technology

AI in 2025: Five Defining Themes

From building AI agents to interacting with technology in ways that feel more like a natural conversation, AI technologies are poised to transform how we work.

Environment

Crypto.com Arena, Peacock Theater and AEG Offices at L.A. LIVE Achieve Prestigious WELL Health-Safety Rating

AEG announced today that Crypto.com Arena, home to Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Kings, and Los Angeles Sparks, the Peacock Theater and the AEG offices at L.A. LIVE earned major WELL achievements.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sofidel Partners with CHUM and Goodwill to Support Local Communities

Sofidel USA is proud to announce a successful partnership with two local organizations, CHUM (Churches United in Ministry) and Goodwill, to support those in need in the Duluth community.

Education

Mary Kay Inspires Future Innovators: Young Women in STEM ‘Blend’ Beauty and Science

Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in science, innovation, and furthering young women’s education marked the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11 with an exploratory event aimed to inspire the next generation of female STEM leaders.

Education

With PNC Foundation Grant, TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health Will Provide More Personalized Support To Help Parents Build Children’s Healthy Brains

The PNC Foundation and University of Chicago’s TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health announced a new phase of their long-standing partnership.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Holland Enters Partnership To Renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm in Brazil

New Holland, a CNH brand, and the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR) in Brazil, have entered a partnership to modernize and renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm (FEGA), a unit that provides teaching and research support for undergraduate and graduate courses

Research, Reports & Publications

Despite Political Divides, the Majority of Americans Expect Companies To Prioritize Sustainability

While national headlines often highlight political division, new research from 3BL and research technology firm Glow reveals a striking area of agreement: sustainability.

Diversity & Inclusion

Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Premieres Award-Winning Documentary ‘Color’

Comcast NBCUniversal today announced the exclusive premiere of the award-winning documentary, Color, on Black Experience on Xfinity and the Xumo Play free streaming app.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ashanti Hamilton Joins Veolia North America As Workforce Development Manager for Milwaukee

Veolia North America and The Water Council are pleased to announce the addition of Ashanti Hamilton to support the Water & Wastewater Workforce Center initiative in Milwaukee.

Energy

Leading the Charge: Lenovo’s Commitment to Cutting-Edge Product Energy Efficiency and Global Compliance

Product energy efficiency remains a core focus for Lenovo.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Albertsons Offers Subscription Discount to SNAP Users

Albertsons Cos. is making it easier for SNAP customers to not only access fresh foods, but to save money when buying items. This week, the grocer announced that SNAP users can get a 50% discount on its FreshPass annual subscription program.

Health & Healthcare

Medtronic: Is the First Person To Live to 150 Already Among Us?

Scientists are now speculating that the first person to live to 150 years may already be among us. But where might this future supercentenarian call home?

Diversity & Inclusion

Breaking Barriers, Building Legacies: Women in Science and Industry at DP World

Every February 11, the world marks the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a celebration that recognizes the critical role women play in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

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