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Research, Reports & Publications

SEE Releases 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

SEE Releases 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

Health & Healthcare

Can Genomics Stop the World's Leading Cause of Death?

For decades, cardiovascular disease has remained the number-one cause of death. In 2019 alone, nearly 18 million people around the world died from cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which include disorders such as coronary heart disease, heart failure, and cerebrovascular disease. Most of these deaths result from heart attack or stroke.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How To Support Hispanic Employees During Open Enrollment Season

Many organizations have put significant time and resources into celebrating and recognizing their Hispanic employees, as well as Hispanic culture and Hispanic Americans’ contributions to society. It’s important to remember that supporting your Hispanic employees requires being mindful, empathetic and receptive to their needs year-round.

Diversity & Inclusion

Supporting the Equity Equation This National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Meet Greg Efthimiou

Our mission is to preserve and enhance GoDaddy’s reputation, and tell stories that inspire and empower entrepreneurs around the world to pursue their dreams of running a successful small business.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Duke Energy Helps Protect, Enhance Natural Resources in Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky With $115,000 in Grants

The Duke Energy Foundation awarded $115,000 in grants to 12 organizations in southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky to fund local wildlife conservation, healthy habitats and environmental projects.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Paychex Supports American Red Cross with Donation for Hurricane Ian

Paychex donates $25,000 to the American Red Cross to support Hurricane Ian relief.

Diversity & Inclusion

AllianceBernstein Partnered With Equitable To Host an Event for Students From Historically Black Colleges and Universities

AllianceBernstein was honored to partner with colleagues at Equitable to support the Thurgood Marshall College Fund Leadership Institute by hosting a reception for students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities at AB’s New York office.

Environment

Georgia-Pacific Supports Almost 50 Forest Conservation Projects in North America

Georgia-Pacific sponsors almost 50 conservation projects in North America.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How Your Workplace Can Make GivingTuesday 2022 the Most Generous Yet

With dozens of ways to celebrate, give back, and engage your workforce, developing a GivingTuesday campaign can be time-consuming. Luckily, CyberGrants is here to help!

Education

Introducing Season 2 of Speaking of Purpose

Season 2 of Benevity’s Speaking of Purpose podcast goes deep on one topic: reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. It's an entry point and learning resource - let's catalyze a movement of educating ourselves to better our communities and social impact.

Environment

Get Equipped for Climate Leadership With These E-Learning Courses

Transitioning to a low-carbon, climate-resilient future requires significant investment and innovation, and the private sector has a crucial role to play.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Creative Artists Agency Announces U.S. Offices Will Close for “Election Day of Service”

Leading entertainment and sports agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA) has announced that Election Day on November 8, 2022, and future Midterm and Presidential Election Days, will be paid Days of Service for all U.S. employees.

Events, Media & Communications

Focus on Consumers, Industry Collaboration, Technology & Sustainability: The First Edition of the Supply Chain Conference Officially Ends After Three Days

The first edition of the Supply Chain Conference (SCC) from The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) has officially come to a close in Amsterdam.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Announcing the Winner of the TaroWorks Enterprise Grant

In partnership with Qualcomm through its Qualcomm® Wireless Reach™ initiative, TaroWorks will award $20,000 to We Care Solar to streamline their inventory management, incident and maintenance tracking, and their monitoring & evaluation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kohler Co. Commits $300,000 in Support of Safe Water for All As Associates and Broader Community Trek 8.8 Million Kilometers

Kohler Co. committed $300,000 to fund safe water projects and partner organizations around the globe stemming from its annual Kohler Run/Walk for Safe Water held during the month of September 2022.

Energy

Scanning New Horizons for Bold Solutions

Meet the team working to bring fresh ideas to life as innovative technologies to fuel the future of energy.

Environment

Inogen Alliance Publishes 2021 ESG Report

Inogen Alliance is pleased to publish our inaugural ESG Report for 2021. The commitment areas outlined in our ESG policy concentrate on the improvement of our processes and target where we can make the biggest impacts internally.

Events, Media & Communications

ESG Talk Podcast: Localizing ESG Across the Globe Ft. Barjouth Aguilar, Flex

Barjouth Aguilar, Head of Global Sustainability at Flex, joins Workiva’s Mandi McReynolds on this week’s episode of ESG Talk.

Responsible Production & Consumption

HBI Dominican Republic Launches Sustainable Fashion Project

HBI in the Dominican Republic has partnered with the Slow Fashion Foundation and a group of public and private entities to launch the Textile Recovery Project, helping to transform the fashion and apparel industry into a more environmentally friendly business.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

12 Employee Benefits That Make Boston Scientific a “Best Place To Work”

At Boston Scientific, our people are at the core of what we do – and our appreciation for them is reflected in our wide range of employee benefits. Wherever you are in life, we meet you with the physical, emotional, and financial support you need.

Diversity & Inclusion

MAC Cosmetics Honors 2022 Spirit Day

In honor of Spirit Day, M·A·C teamed up with influencers @flawlesskevin, @princessdimo, @nicolaisnotcool, @julianncortezz, and @msmaverickmuse to “Go Purple” and give back to the LGBTQIA+ community through M·A·C VIVA GLAM.

Education

NortonLifeLock Celebrates Cybersecurity Awareness Month With a Dynamic Learning Program

We are excited to launch a new partnership with the National AfterSchool Association and Discovery Education, which includes a $2.4 million investment from NortonLifeLock through 2025, and will help develop a thoughtful Cyber Safety program.

Environment

In Case of Emergency: Plans to Prepare Your Business for the Unknown

Preparing for the unknown as a business can be daunting. We've broken down what plans are available to you, what they do, and which ones you should use in your facility – focusing on low-risk and high-risk facilities.  

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Impact Investing for Social Justice: Looking Back and Moving Forward

Like so many impact investors, we’ve hit an inflection point.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Expedia Group 2021 Global Impact Report: Green Leadership

We have activated companywide initiatives to improve overall sustainability; however, effecting real change will require engagement from us all.

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