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Diversity & Inclusion

2022 .gay Impact Report | Partner Spotlight

Oct 30, 2023 10:00 AM ET

.gay knows that every coming out story is unique, and that being out and proud is very powerful. To commemorate National Coming Out Day 2022, .gay teamed up with Porkbun, a registrar partner to celebrate personal coming out stories.

Events, Media & Communications

Climate x Capital: Bringing Leaders Together To Reimagine a More Sustainable Tomorrow

Oct 30, 2023 9:55 AM ET

With each passing year, the urgency to address climate change grows. The global temperature is rising, the number of natural disasters — from droughts and cyclones to fires and earthquakes — is increasing, and as a result, the economic cost of climate change is climbing.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Making Progress Toward a Sustainable Future

Oct 30, 2023 9:55 AM ET

At Chemours, we strive to make chemistry as responsible as it is essential. Our products play a critical role in our daily lives, the global economy, and a better future for our world.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Tetra Pak U.S. and Canada Sustainability Report FY22: Food

Oct 30, 2023 9:35 AM ET

Tetra Pak is invested in making sure students have access to safe, nutritious milk through school meal programs.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Pepco Donates Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms to DC Fire and EMS as Part of Fire Prevention Month

Oct 30, 2023 9:30 AM ET

October is National Fire Prevention Month and Pepco is marking the month by donating 650 smoke alarms and 350 carbon monoxide alarms to the DC Fire and EMS Department.

Health & Healthcare

‘Verizon Took Care of Me During the Toughest Time in My Life.’

Oct 30, 2023 8:15 AM ET

V Teamer and breast cancer survivor Jill Stair shares her journey to recovery. On today’s edition of Up To Speed, meet V Teamer Jill Stair, a Senior Analyst in Verizon Global Services who first joined the company in 1991.

Research, Reports & Publications

Parker’s FY23 Sustainability Report Highlights Progress in Protecting the Environment, Advancing Clean Technologies and Strengthening Communities

Oct 30, 2023 8:00 AM ET

Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE: PH), the global leader in motion and control technologies, today released its fiscal year 2023 Sustainability Report.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Empowering Entrepreneurs: Interview With Frank Gaspari, CEO of FlexPrint

Oct 29, 2023 8:15 AM ET

Frank Gaspari, CEO of FlexPrint, is stewarding FlexPrint’s presenting sponsorship of Whole Planet Foundation’s Party With A Purpose on October 25, 2023.

Events, Media & Communications

Whole Planet Foundation In-Person and Virtual Auction Donors and Advocates Are Alleviating Poverty

Oct 28, 2023 10:00 AM ET

Whole Planet Foundation is grateful for the support of so many advocates who made our 2023 Party With A Purpose Annual Benefit and Auction a success!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Verizon Foundation Commits $2 Million to Relief Efforts Amidst International Humanitarian Crises

Oct 27, 2023 3:25 PM ET

In response to the humanitarian crisis that is unfolding in the Middle East affecting civilian communities in Israel and the Palestinian territories, Verizon Foundation has committed to a $2 million donation to organizations supporting relief efforts.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation Contributes $500,000 to Community Ventures To Strengthen Small Businesses in Kentucky

Oct 27, 2023 3:05 PM ET

Today, Truist Foundation announced a $500,000 grant to Community Ventures Corporation Inc. (Community Ventures).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Empowering Entrepreneurs: Interview With Matthew Wemple of Coca-Cola North America

Oct 27, 2023 3:05 PM ET

Matthew Wemple, Head of Natural Business for Coca-Cola North America, is stewarding Smartwater’s a presenting sponsorship of Whole Planet Foundation’s Party With A Purpose on October 25, 2023.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

MAC Sponsors National Trans Visibility March in Fight for Equality

Oct 27, 2023 3:00 PM ET

M·A·C Cosmetics was proud to serve as a Presenting Sponsor for the fifth annual National Trans Visibility March on October 21st in New York City.

Diversity & Inclusion

Comcast NBCUniversal at Diversity Week 2023

Oct 27, 2023 10:30 AM ET

The annual media, entertainment and technology Diversity Week took place in New York City September 18 - 20, celebrating the advancement of diversity, equity and inclusion in the industry.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kenai’s Catching for a Cause Fishing Event Nets $80,000 for Food Bank

Oct 27, 2023 10:25 AM ET

Marathon Petroleum’s Kenai refinery in Alaska held a two-day fishing fundraiser that netted more than $80,000 for the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank (KPFB), and leaders from the nonprofit organization say it couldn’t have come at a better time.

Energy

Michigan Lawmakers Have Historic Opportunity To Create Jobs, Cut Pollution With Clean Energy Legislation

Oct 27, 2023 10:10 AM ET

Ceres celebrated the Michigan Senate passage of ambitious clean energy legislation and called on the Michigan House to promptly take up and pass the legislation that is highlighted by a 100% clean electricity standard in 2035.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Unifying Climate Data in Financial Disclosures

Oct 27, 2023 10:00 AM ET

Steve Manocchio, senior director, financial compliance and operations at Cisco, joins ESG Talk host Steve Soter in a conversation around unifying climate data in financial disclosures. Listen in as they explore the financial impact of ESG, the evolving role of accountants.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cultivating Inner Peace: Meet Deepthi Bhoopathi

Oct 27, 2023 10:00 AM ET

Working at GoDaddy has been an exceptional experience for me. The dynamic environment has allowed me to continuously learn and embrace new cultures. What sets this workplace apart is the way they value my input — it’s not just about validation.

Events, Media & Communications

A Look Back at World Water Week With Kohler

Oct 27, 2023 10:00 AM ET

World Water Week 2023 was a platform for innovation amid unprecedented water challenges. The theme "Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Waterwise World" inspired fresh approaches to water management. 

Diversity & Inclusion

Play for All – Logitech G Introduces Adaptive Gaming Kit for Access™ Controller for the PS5 Console

Oct 27, 2023 9:45 AM ET

Logitech G, a brand of Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, announced that the award-winning Logitech G Adaptive Gaming Kit will be available for the Access™ controller for PS5 in January.

Diversity & Inclusion

How a U.S. Bank Fraud Analyst Made It Easier To Open an Account on Tribal Lands

Oct 27, 2023 9:30 AM ET

About three or four times a month, Brittany Goettlich would see a case from a Native American tribal resident cross her desk that had been declined or flagged for fraud because the applicant didn’t have a validated physical address.

Health & Healthcare

HARMAN Launches New Private Large Language Model for Healthcare Industry - HARMAN HealthGPT

Oct 27, 2023 9:15 AM ET

Energy

Southwire Joins ENERGY STAR® Program in Partnership With the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Oct 27, 2023 9:15 AM ET

Supporting the company's intent to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tom Bartlett and Jill Brannon Appointed to Otis Worldwide Corporation Board of Directors

Oct 27, 2023 9:00 AM ET

Otis Worldwide Corporation, the world's leading company for elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service, announced today that Tom Bartlett and Jill Brannon have been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective October 27, 2023.

Diversity & Inclusion

Key4Women Celebrates Second Annual Forum in Pittsburgh

Oct 27, 2023 9:00 AM ET

It was an evening full of inspiration, networking and connection. On October 4th more than 150 people attending the second annual Key4Women Forum in Pittsburgh at The Circuit Center. Melinda Colaizzi, founder of Women Who Rock, served as the keynote speaker for the event.