Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Diversity & Inclusion

CBRE Hosts Annual Women’s Networking Forum

Nov 14, 2016 7:35 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Novartis Improves Ranking in 2016 Access to Medicine Index

Nov 14, 2016 7:00 AM ET

Novartis ranked third in the 2016 Access to Medicine Index (up from 4th place in 2014), in recognition of its efforts to improve worldwide access to healthcare. The Company tops the industry in access-to-medicine management and capacity building.

Education

21st Century Fox and Give a Note Award Music Education Grants to 20 Schools, Announce 'Music Education Idol' Winners

Nov 14, 2016 7:00 AM ET

21st Century Fox and Give a Note Foundation honored the legacy of "American Idol" this summer by asking students, parents and the general public to nominate exceptional music educators as "Music Education Idols." This week, 21CF and Give a Note are highlighting the importance of music education in schools by awarding 20 "MusicEd Idols" $1,000 grants for each of their school's music programs.

Events, Media & Communications

Inside the Wall Street Charity Day Where Celebrities and Star Athletes Pretend to Be Traders

Nov 14, 2016 4:50 AM ET

Bloomberg Tradebook hosted its fifth annual charity day on Thursday, October 27, with Mike Bloomberg and celebrities taking to the phones to drum up trading commissions for charity.

Environment

White House Targets Financial Disclosure of Climate Risk

Nov 14, 2016 4:45 AM ET

A White House climate official is scheduled to speak Monday about a new plan to disclose the financial risk associated with climate change, following work with a Group of 20 task force.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bloomberg Named one of the Top 100 NYC Top Tech Employers

Nov 14, 2016 4:05 AM ET

Built In NYC proudly presents the 2016 list of the Top 100 Digital Companies in New York City. The list ranks digital tech employers of all varieties, from direct-to-consumer e-commerce startups to software powerhouses, based on local, full-time employee count.

Social Impact & Volunteering

VSP Global and U.S. Conference of Mayors Wrap Up 10-City Tour

Nov 14, 2016 12:00 AM ET

The U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) and VSP Global announced today that more than 10,000 adults and children across the country have received access to no-cost eye care and eyewear at the culmination of their yearlong partnership to help people in need see.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fox Colleagues Dominate Nautica Malibu Triathlon, Raise $96,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research at Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Nov 11, 2016 7:15 PM ET

The weekend of September 16th was a victorious and charitable one for the Fox Triathlon Team, who raised $96,000 for pediatric cancer research at Children's Hospital Los Angeles - all while earning the impressive title of overall fastest team for the Nautica Malibu Triathlon.

Diversity & Inclusion

Purple Heart Veteran, First Graduate from MGM National Harbor Partnership with Hiring Our Heroes

Nov 11, 2016 6:05 PM ET

As a determined leader driven by success, Jimmy Inabinet is both a US Army Master Sergeant and a Purple Heart veteran. Following his spring of 2017 retirement from his dedicated 20-year career in the Armed Forces, he plans to transition into the private sector.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Damaging Myth Perpetuated by Male Leaders and Why They're Wrong

Nov 11, 2016 4:35 PM ET

One of the most persistent, destructive myths stalling progress towards gender parity in the boardroom is a belief — held primarily by male directors — that there simply aren’t enough board-qualified women to fill available seats.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Coming Together to Give Back

Nov 11, 2016 4:15 PM ET

I first joined Comcast 21 years ago as a cable technician, right out of high school, and the pace of change since then has been rapid, especially in the last several years. But what hasn’t changed are the hearts of the people I work with every day, and that was reinforced for me again in the last few weeks.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

President-Elect Trump: A Gift?

Nov 11, 2016 4:00 PM ET

Imagine if you can, Donald Trump has arrived as a gift, to illuminate for us the American “shadow” at this pivotal moment in history. The Swiss Psychiatrist C.G. Jung refers to “the shadow” as the dark side of one’s self.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Becca’s Story: Help Me Go Green | Recycling and Keeping the Rez Cleaner and Greener!

Nov 11, 2016 3:45 PM ET

Keep The Rez Beautiful has an extraordinary volunteer who has a passion for keeping the Ross Barnett Reservoir in Ridgeland, Mississippi, clean and beautiful! Nine-year-old Rebecca (Becca) Blair has been picking up litter and volunteering for kayak cleanups around the Reservoir and down the Pearl River, since she was 4!

Diversity & Inclusion

Honoring Our Heroes: JetBlue Celebrates Veterans Day With A Special Honor Flight to the National Museum of the US Air Force

Nov 11, 2016 3:30 PM ET

On Thursday, we expressed our gratitude to a number of crewmember veterans, special invited guests and other veteran supporters with a special flight on our Vets in Blue aircraft which is dedicated to service members. The flight departed JFK for Dayton, Ohio for a trip to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force (NMUSAF).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Major Leaguer Jon Jay Connects with Action Team Captains

Nov 11, 2016 3:30 PM ET

The first Action Team conference call of the 2016-17 school-year was held on Wednesday, October 26. Jon Jay, center fielder for the San Diego Padres, joined Action Team Captains for a conversation about inspiring change in communities across the United States through community service.

Education

Boston College Center for Corporate Citizenship Offers Course on Employee Engagement

Nov 11, 2016 3:10 PM ET

Boston College Center for Corporate Citizenship is offering a two-day interactive course designed to help organizations better connect their sustainability and corporate citizenship programs to their employees. “Employee Engagement with Corporate Citizenship Purpose” will be held at the JW Marriott New Orleans on February 8-9, 2017 in New Orleans, LA.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sustainable Business After the 2016 U.S. Election

Nov 11, 2016 3:00 PM ET

BSR President and CEO Aron Cramer responds to the U.S. election and its implications for sustainable business.

Diversity & Inclusion

Remembering Our Veterans

Nov 11, 2016 3:00 PM ET

I recently had the opportunity to visit the site in Maryland of the U.S. Civil War’s heaviest one-day battle. The Battle of Antietam was a turning point in so many ways for our, at the time, young nation. The visit was timely in the context of this election year, and the transfer of power that is now under way following this week’s election.

The Battle of Antietam was significant for the Union. With its victory, President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863. Today, Antietam is a place of solemn reflection for the 1.1 million wounded and the loss of 620,000 in the Civil War.

Social Impact & Volunteering

How You Can Help Greenlight a Vet

Nov 11, 2016 3:00 PM ET

Last year, many of us turned on a green light to honor and recognize those who sacrificed so much for America. With Veterans Day upon us, let’s reignite them once again.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sodexo Named 2017 Military Friendly Employer for Its Recruitment, Hiring and Development of Veterans

Nov 11, 2016 1:45 PM ET

Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life Services, announced recognition by Victory Media as one of its 2017 Military Friendly® Employers. The annual list recognizes companies with leading programs for veterans, members of the Armed Forces leaving military service and military spouses.

Social Impact & Volunteering

A Thank You to Veterans from Walmart Associates

Nov 11, 2016 1:00 PM ET

An officer with years of experience, Michael had no shortage of job prospects in the private sector and it wasn’t long before he had a decision to make. But after a series of interviews with Walmart, Michael knew he had found the perfect place.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Alliance Data Awarded First Place in PR Daily’s 2016 Corporate Social Responsibility Awards for CR Report

Nov 11, 2016 1:00 PM ET

Alliance Data Systems Corporation (NYSE: ADS), a leading global provider of data-driven marketing and loyalty solutions has been selected as the first-place recipient of Ragan’s PR Daily 2016 Social Corporate Responsibility Awards in the report category. The award recognized Alliance Data’s annual corporate responsibility report, which encompasses activities across the corporation, including its headquarters and three lines of business – Alliance Data’s card services business, Epsilon and LoyaltyOne. Download a copy of the full report.

Diversity & Inclusion

5 Tips for Building Your Company's EHS Culture in a Low-Risk Environment

Nov 11, 2016 11:55 AM ET

Environment, health and safety (EHS) programs can do more for your company than simply checking off compliance boxes. EHS can also be an integral part of your company’s culture, demonstrating to employees that their happiness, health and safety is a priority—leading to more productivity and a more proactive approach to minimizing risk. Even in low risk environments, like offices or retail settings, environment, health and safety considerations are important to a successful organization. After all, low risk doesn’t mean no risk.

Innovation & Technology

Our Veterans: Supporting the Next Generation of STEM Leaders

Nov 11, 2016 11:55 AM ET

The U.S. military has long understood the importance of how science, engineering, technology and math (STEM) play in any successful mission. Members of the military are skilled in STEM, and companies are taking note by recognizing the invaluable skills that military veterans bring to these professions.

Social Impact & Volunteering

‘Every Day is Veterans Day’ for LongHorn Steakhouse Cook

Nov 11, 2016 11:35 AM ET

Veteran Albert St. Clair III in Florissant, MO, created a nonprofit to help homeless veterans. He’s grateful for the support of his restaurant and Darden, which has hired many veterans.