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Diversity & Inclusion

Fifth Third Foundation Announces Lead Investment in 6888 Kitchen Incubator

Fifth Third Foundation’s gift of $1 million to the Incubator will provide necessary dollars to help build its commercial space that will assist and serve the Dayton area.

Innovation & Technology

How the Pandemic Is Changing Our Relationship with Tech

As we all become more accustomed to using technology to perform everyday tasks, we become less forgiving of poor experiences — and technology companies must reframe how they embrace digital transformation to adapt.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Recognized as Leader for Supplier Engagement and Clean Tech

Lenovo has been recognized by the global environmental reporting non profit, CDP, as a Supplier Engagement Leader.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Chemours 10 Corporate Responsibility Commitment Goals to Achieve by 2030

Rooted in our values and inextricably linked to our growth, the Chemours Corporate Responsibility Commitment goals express our steadfast resolve to operate each day as a different kind of chemistry company.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Cuddly Aflac Social Robot Ducks Aim to Comfort Children With SCD

The supplemental insurance provider Aflac is expanding its “My Special Aflac Duck” social robot program to benefit children with sickle cell disease (SCD).

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Navigating the Canals of Water Investing

We need more, and better access to, safe fresh water. It seems very straightforward to invest in freshwater solutions and enjoy the returns. But, invest in what, exactly?

Research, Reports & Publications

New Study Demonstrates That Whole Genome Sequencing Can Be Used As a Routine Diagnostic for Patients With Neurological Disorders

A study published in Lancet Neurology, led by Genomics England in collaboration with Illumina, demonstrates that whole genome sequencing (WGS) can be used as a routine diagnostic for patients with neurological disorders.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Hanesbrands Recognized Globally As Finalist in XXI CODESPA Awards for Latin America Program Supporting School-Aged Youth in Situations of Social Risk

HanesBrands (HBI) has been recognized as a finalist in the Solidarity Company category of the XXI CODESPA Awards from the CODESPA International Foundation.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Creating a Ripple Effect: Associates at the Heart of Engagement and Innovation

Fostering purpose among employees first drives innovation and encourages new ways of thinking from all corners of the business. Kohler has embraced this notion and engages its associates to deliver on its promise of “Believing in Better.”

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

AEG Presents' Virtual Benefit Concert to Support Survivors of the Marshall Fire Raises $700,000

On February 28, live entertainment company AEG Presents in partnership with Colorado Governor, Jared Polis and Community Foundation of Boulder County, hosted a virtual benefit concert to support survivors of the Marshall Fire

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Essity Recognized by CDP for Its Supplier Engagement in Fight Against Climate Change

The hygiene and health company Essity has been recognized as Supplier Engagement Leader by the global non-profit environmental organization CDP.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

WSP Honored With Three 2021 EBJ Business Achievement Awards

Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) has recognized WSP, a leading engineering, environmental and professional services consultancy, with three of the publication’s 2021 EBJ Business Achievement Awards.

Education

Discovery Education and Venture Valley Partner to Launch New Educational Initiative Teaching Financial Literacy Through Games and Resources

Venture Valley video game team and Discovery Education announced today a new educational initiative – Discover Venture Valley – helping students build financial literacy and business skills.

Research, Reports & Publications

The EU Proposal on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence is Here - How Will It Impact Your Organization?

After multiple delays, the European Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence – comprising mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence (mHREDD) – was published on February 23, 2022.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Announces Support for Humanitarian Efforts for Ukraine

KeyBank today announced several steps it is taking to support humanitarian efforts currently underway for the people of Ukraine.

Energy

Tetra Tech's Jessica Harre Discusses Innovations and Emerging Technologies for Renewable Energy Engineering Design

Jessica Harre is Tetra Tech’s renewable energy engineering practice lead based in Chicago, Illinois. She is a licensed professional engineer with more than 14 years of experience.

Research, Reports & Publications

BCE Dedicated to Creating a Sustainable Future

BCE Inc. ("Bell Canada” or “Bell”) has released its 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report.

Diversity & Inclusion

We All Rise Together

In honor of this year’s International Women’s Day, Kimberly-Clark spoke with Shonn Brown about her deep passion for the advancement of women and girls, why she wants to leave a legacy of impact and growth, and her belief that we all rise together.

Sustainable Development Goals

CooperCompanies Contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

As a global consumer medical device company, CooperCompanies recognizes the powerful role played in contributing to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

March Is Problem Gambling Awareness Month - Do You Know the Myths?

Each year, the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) and the gaming industry dedicates March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). This year, the PGAM theme is “Awareness and Action.”

Health & Healthcare

Celebrating Medtronic Engineers

Ben Straus’ story of transforming lives through innovation and purpose-driven healthcare is just one of many that can be found among Medtronic engineers.

Sustainable Development Goals

Lessons in THRIVING: Key Takeaways From the New Breakthrough Book

The future will be better than you think – and the reason is that there is a breakthrough movement to regenerate nature, society and the economy, and it’s gathering momentum. I call it THRIVING and I tell the story of this revolution in this article.

Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating Women's History Month and Digital Safety

In honor of Women’s History Month, Norton is thrilled to announce our $1 million commitment to the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts to expand our co-developed Surf Smart 2.0 program across Europe.

Diversity & Inclusion

History in Motion: J. Mason Davis Jr.

Regions honors the Birmingham, Alabama, civil rights attorney and civic leader for a lifetime of achievement.

Diversity & Inclusion

History in the Making: Kamille Donley

As she completes training for the next step in her professional journey, she’s found Kohler’s BLK Catalyst business resource group as a space to develop leadership skills

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