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Philanthropy

Action Against Hunger Gala To Raise Funds for Lifesaving Initiatives, Honor Viola Davis

With nearly one in 11 people around the world facing hunger, Action Against Hunger tonight will host a gala to raise lifesaving funds and honor champions who are advancing the cause.

Socially Responsible Investing

PNC 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report: Pursuing Economic Empowerment

We believe that being a meaningful part of the community means more than collecting a profit. That’s why working to strengthen and serve our communities is at the heart of our everyday business.

Energy & Infrastructure

Cybersecurity: Not Just an IT Problem

According to Forbes Advisor, there were 2,365 cyberattacks in 2023, affecting an astounding 343,338,964 people — roughly 10 million more people than the U.S. population. A USA Today article says “the cost of cybercrime would reach a massive $9.5 trillion in 2024.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: Vanessa Breeggemann, Shakopee, MN

For Vanessa Breeggemann, a career in manufacturing gives her more freedom than her work in the medical industry.

Saint-Gobain is an industry leader with thousands of talented team members who are dedicated to one unified purpose: Making the World a Better Home.

Energy & Infrastructure

Dory Larsen of the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy Talks EVs

Electric Vehicles are growing rapidly as a climate solution in Georgia. How do we ensure that the benefits of EVs are available to all Georgians? What is the truth behind some of the misconceptions about electric vehicles?

Philanthropy

U.S. Bank and PGA Pro Collin Morikawa Expand Access for Youth Golfers

Golf is a tough game to master. It can also be hard for youth golfers to afford. Through U.S. Bank’s partnership with PGA Tour pro, Collin Morikawa and nonprofit Youth on Course, more than 1,600 kids nationwide are finding it easier to get out on the course this year.

Environment

SLR Acquires Wardell Armstrong

SLR acquires Wardell Armstrong, a leading multidisciplinary Environmental, Engineering, and Mining consultancy.

Corporate Responsibility

Cascale Participates in “To the Finish Line” Event in Vietnam

Cascale team member Dhawall Mane director, verification, training and insights, recently participated in a virtual To the Finish Line (TFL) event organized by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in Vietnam.

Awards & Rankings

Maximus Earns Work Wellbeing Award From Indeed

Maximus was recently named to Indeed’s 2024 Work Wellbeing 100 list. The list highlights the top 100 public companies with highly rated wellness programs.

Energy & Infrastructure

Baker Tilly’s BuzzHouse Podcast: Post-COVID LIHTC Challenges and Solutions

In this episode of BuzzHouse, hosts Donald Bernards and Garrick Gibson dive into the complexities of the low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) market, welcoming Lindsay Soyka and Jason Gershwin from R4 Capital.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Hispanic Heritage Month: Spotlighting Hispanic Employees in the Gildan Community

In honour of Hispanic Heritage Month, Gildan ran an internal and social media campaign, paying tribute to employees of Hispanic Heritage located in North America, and recognizing Hispanic culture’s profound influence on the Company’s environment and daily operations.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Collaborating for Sustainable Procurement: Insights From DP World

In a recent interview with Procurement Magazine, DP World’s Morten Johansen and Sarah Mourino had the opportunity to discuss how stakeholder engagement—with suppliers, customers, employees, and community members—is essential to building a more sustainable future for global trade.

Awards & Rankings

Congratulations to Five Star Subaru of Grapevine, the 2024 Subaru Love Promise® Retailer of the Year

Since Five Star Subaru opened its doors in 2016, they have been dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives, whether that’s providing exceptional five-star service or supporting a local charity in need.

Corporate Responsibility

Workforce Development in Action: Sands Graduates First Corporate Summer Intern Class

This summer, Sands launched a summer intern program at its new corporate headquarters in Las Vegas and welcomed a class of 10 interns for the 10-week program.

Philanthropy

Bacardi Donates $100,000 to Hurricane Relief

Following the devastating impact of Hurricanes Milton and Helene across the Southeast, Bacardi Limited commits to donating $100,000 to the American Red Cross for disaster relief and recovery efforts.

Socially Responsible Investing

Investors Urge States To Quickly Develop Plans To Meet U.S. Methane Reduction Standards for the Oil and Gas Sector

Today, a group of 35 investors representing more than $2 trillion in assets under management or advice sent letters calling on states with significant oil and gas production to develop, implement, and enforce plans that meet or exceed federal methane standards.

Corporate Responsibility

American Airlines Invests $1.1 Billion in Team Member Training and Development, Empowering Employees With New Skills and Career Growth Opportunities

Training and development are vital to giving our team members the tools and resources they need to do their best. Our company training programs provide opportunities for career growth as well as professional and personal development.

Volunteering & Community

A Global Song of Unity, Empowerment, and Hope: Traditional Medicinals Partners with Playing for Change and WomenServe

Music has the power to unite, heal, and inspire change. Traditional Medicinals is proud to present a powerful global rendition of Bob Marley’s iconic anthem, "No Woman, No Cry," in collaboration with Playing for Change and the nonprofit WomenServe.

Health & Healthcare

Quest Diagnostics’ Q4HE Initiative Advances Health Equity in Underserved Communities With Strategic Coalition Building and Targeted Funding in 2023

We launched Q4HE in 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic exposed inequities in the healthcare system that had long existed. Q4HE focuses on improving access to testing and diagnostic services for under-resourced communities.

Corporate Responsibility

BioStar Speaks at Sustainable Brands ’24 San Diego

Discussing real-world solutions from Babcock Ranch, BioStar Renewables, and Epic Cleantec on building resilient, future-proof communities.

Awards & Rankings

Los Angeles Times 2024 DEIA Magazine Recognizes AEG’s Vice President of DEI, Jennifer Pi’ilani Requiro, as an Innovative Thought Leader

AEG’s Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Jennifer Pi’ilani Requiro was recognized as an influential DEIA executive in the Los Angeles Times annual DEIA Magazine which highlights thought leaders from across large and small corporations in the Southland.

Health & Healthcare

Clorox Celebrates Infection Preventionists That Protect With Purpose

Infection preventionists play a vital role in safeguarding people from healthcare-associated infections.

Environment

Amazon Web Services Partners With the Arbor Day Foundation To Help Support Chesapeake Bay Watershed

Today, Amazon Web Services (AWS) hosted a community tree planting and distribution event in Bristow, Virginia in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation and its local planting partner, Keep Prince William Beautiful (KPWB).

Awards & Rankings

AMD Named to the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2024

AMD has been recognized by 3BL as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2024. This ranking acknowledges the company's commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest public companies in the United States.

Events

Fifth Third Breaks Ground on Englewood Financial Center on the South Side of Chicago

Fifth Third broke ground yesterday on a new financial center in the West Englewood neighborhood on the storied South Side of Chicago, one of five centers the Bank is opening in a low- and moderate-income (LMI) or high minority (HMT) population census tract this year.

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License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

LATAM Growth

DP World is significantly expanding its operations in Latin America, focusing on enhancing port infrastructure and increasing cargo handling...

Opportunity for All

At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

KeyBank: Responsible Banking

Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

FedEx | Awards & Recognition

We are consistently ranked among the world’s most admired brands and employers. Read more about honors and recognition for FedEx’s ongoing effort to...