Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Diversity & Inclusion

Albertsons Companies’ Director of Finance Named NextUp’s 2024 Bobbie O’Hare Impact Award Winner

Nov 19, 2024 12:00 PM ET

We are thrilled to congratulate Brenda Valley, Director of Finance, on being named NextUp’s 2024 Bobbie O'Hare Impact Award Winner! This prestigious award recognizes Brenda's exceptional leadership and her unwavering dedication to developing an inclusive community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cascale Puts Sustainability Policy in Spotlight As Brand and Retail Leaders Convene in Brussels

Nov 19, 2024 11:15 AM ET

As the policy landscape evolves at an unprecedented pace, understanding the implications of these changes is more critical than ever.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Despite High Levels of Confidence, Women Entrepreneurs Still Face Systemic Barriers

Nov 19, 2024 11:01 AM ET

New research from CARE’s Strive Women program show 96% of surveyed women entrepreneurs have deep confidence in their ability to run and grow their business, and 87% have the specific goal to do so. Yet they regularly face systemic barriers to growth.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fortune and Great Place to Work® Name Cadence One of the World’s Best Workplaces™ in 2024, Ranking No. 9

Nov 19, 2024 11:00 AM ET

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. announced that Fortune Magazine and Great Place To Work® have honored the company once again in the Top 10 on its World’s Best Workplaces ™ 2024, ranking Cadence #9.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Reclaiming the ‘M Word’: How Women at Lenovo Are Taking Control of a New Menopause Conversation

Nov 19, 2024 10:30 AM ET

We set up the Menopause ERG to support female employees at Lenovo who were struggling in silence.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Victoria’s Secret & Co. Is Revolutionizing the Cotton Supply Chain and Supporting the Economic Success of Women Farmers in the US

Nov 19, 2024 10:30 AM ET

VS&Co has embarked on a first-of-its-kind initiative to purchase cotton directly from four Alabama family farms – three women-owned, and one Black-owned.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Leidos Announces $1.75 Million Gift to Drake State Community & Technical College

Nov 19, 2024 10:15 AM ET

Leidos announced a $1.75 million donation to Drake State Community & Technical College in Huntsville, Alabama, creating new learning opportunities for students and allowing them to gain hands-on experience with complex technical and manufacturing projects.

Diversity & Inclusion

Embracing My Passion for Recruitment: Meet Sarah Timmis

Nov 19, 2024 10:00 AM ET

I am a Recruiter at GoDaddy for the Customer Care department. I recruit for positions that support our customers across EMEA, including the United Kingdom, Serbia, Romania, and Bulgaria. Additionally, I handle high-volume recruiting within our Customer Care and Sales teams.

Education

Fifth Third Empowers Next Generation With Financial Literacy Solutions

Nov 19, 2024 9:50 AM ET

Extending its longstanding commitment to financial literacy, the Fifth Third Foundation is proud to support the development of a new tool that aims to make personal finance more accessible to young adults.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Our Culture: Enhancing Governance and Ensuring Ethical Conduct & Continuous Improvement

Nov 19, 2024 9:30 AM ET

As the world evolves, we adapt with it and strengthen our governance and resilience in structures and processes to best manage and mitigate global risks. We do this while reinforcing a culture of ethics as the foundation for a sustainable business.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Billboards to Bags: Bonds and Bugskin Partner to Upcycle Campaign Materials

Nov 19, 2024 9:30 AM ET

An Australian staple since 1915, chances are there’s only one degree of separation between Aussies when it comes to wearing Bonds. “As Worn By Us,” their national campaign unveiled in April 2024, illustrates how Bonds products can be found in almost every Australian’s underwear.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Lesly Luque: Women in Tech Giving Back

Nov 19, 2024 9:25 AM ET

Innovation & Technology

Replate’s AI-Driven Technology Is Helping Eliminate Global Food Waste

Nov 19, 2024 9:20 AM ET

One in eight people don’t know where their next meal is coming from. Yet the United States wastes between 30 to 40 percent of its entire food supply.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

BLACK+DECKER Reviva™ — Overcoming Technical Challenges in Designing for Circularity

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Developing a new product line from scratch is no easy feat in a normal environment. Add in a global pandemic, new materials, new colors, no ability to travel, and it’s a recipe for disaster. So how did BLACK+DECKER, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, pull it off?

Health & Healthcare

Boehringer’s Focus on Health Equity Drives Significant Upgrade in Access to Medicine Index Ranking

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Boehringer Ingelheim has climbed to 8th place in the 2024 Access to Medicine Index, up from 13th in 2022. This leap reflects their strategic focus on Health Equity, enhancing global healthcare access and contributing to the UN SDGs.

Research, Reports & Publications

Global Sustainability Survey: Companies Report Progress While Public Demands Faster Action

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Veolia North America, a leading provider of environmental services in the U.S. and Canada, has released its second annual Triple Net Zero Industry Progress Report.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Henkel Recognized as One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Henkel was named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025!

Events, Media & Communications

Gilead Helps Pen a Children’s Book for Families Facing Breast Cancer

Nov 19, 2024 8:50 AM ET

Lauren Huffmaster received a late-stage metastatic breast cancer (mBC) diagnosis in 2015 and soon discovered there wasn’t a lot information to help explain to her young children what she was going through.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Mutually Beneficial Partnerships Drive Georgia-Pacific's Social Stewardship Initiatives: The Green Bay Metro Fire Department

Nov 19, 2024 8:45 AM ET

Georgia-Pacific creates stronger communities by supporting first responders in the communities where our employees live and work.

Innovation & Technology

Legacy Technology Unlikely To Impede the Quest for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Gains, Finds New Global Study

Nov 19, 2024 8:30 AM ET

Eaton’s Brightlayer software makes it easier for businesses to embrace digitalization and drive operational value by leveraging intelligent, actionable insights from their data.

Environment

ScottsMiracle-Gro: Rising Temperatures, Greener Spaces

Nov 19, 2024 8:20 AM ET

Whether turfgrass, native plants or trees, green spaces are essential to the environment. According to Lawn Institute, they play a vital role in providing recreation, relaxation, and social interaction, helping to foster a sense of community and wellbeing.

Research, Reports & Publications

Bacardi Unveils 2025 Cocktail Trends Report: Redefining Cocktail Culture

Nov 19, 2024 8:00 AM ET

The 2025 Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report: The spirits industry is poised for a transformative future, driven by a blend of optimism and purpose. As brands evolve to align with the values of next-gen consumers, 2025 will see a push for inclusivity, particularly in distilling.

Energy

Ohio Businesses Urge Senate Support for Energy Efficiency Bill to Restore Jobs and Savings in State

Nov 18, 2024 4:35 PM ET

Major businesses with operations in Ohio today urged members of the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee to support HB 79, legislation that will reinstate energy efficiency programs that will restore clean energy jobs and generate utility savings

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Wins Top Honors at Corporate Governance Awards

Nov 18, 2024 4:30 PM ET

Awards season has officially kicked off and red carpets are being rolled out. And not just for the made-for-TV ceremonies you may be familiar with.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Texan by Nature Names Top 20 Companies for Conservation in Texas

Nov 18, 2024 3:45 PM ET

Texan by Nature (TxN), a conservation nonprofit, has recognized Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) as one of only two businesses from the energy sector on its 2024 TxN 20.