Aflac Tells the World How Much Good It Does

Wed, 08/30/2017 - 11:00

Aflac—the well-known insurance organization with the famous duck mascot—takes its corporate social responsibilities seriously. The organization recently passed the $110 million mark in support for childhood cancer treatment and research, and has appeared on Ethisphere’s “World’s Most Ethical Companies” list 11 years in a row. Yet a Reputation Institute report found that consumers weren’t aware of its good works. That revelation led to a multifaceted effort to raise awareness of Aflac’s CSR efforts. It also led to Aflac winning first place for “Campaign of the Year” in PR Daily’s 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility Awards.

City Year & Comcast NBCUniversal: Building a Legacy of Service

Tue, 08/29/2017 - 14:00

A mayor, three physicians and public health specialists, seven school principals and educators, and 28 executive directors and nonprofit leaders. These are some of the outstanding members of a special group of 67 people working in communities nationwide to change our world for the better – and they all have three things in common.

Rebuilding Together and Lowe’s to Host Annual Building a Healthy Neighborhood Event in Baltimore, Md.

Wed, 08/30/2017 - 08:10

Rebuilding Together, a leading national nonprofit that rebuilds homes and communities for people in need throughout the country, will join together with its affiliate, Rebuilding Together Baltimore, to lead its seventh annual Building a Healthy Neighborhood community revitalization project in Baltimore, Md.

Spotlight: Kate Coler, VP of Government Relations at Albertsons Companies, on Women's Equality Day

Tue, 08/29/2017 - 09:00

August 26th is Women's Equality Day, a day commemorating the signing of the 19th Amendment, which granted U.S. women the right to vote. On August 26, 1920, American women rightfully became part of the political process to form policies that would affect them, their families, schools, states and the entire country.

Why a Mission-Driven Company Culture Leads to Employee Engagement

Mon, 08/28/2017 - 09:05

Prospective employees today are able to learn more about companies than ever before - a position that gives them a lot of power when considering their next career move. This knowledge shift is dramatic, especially when you consider that trust, loyalty, and belief in a company’s mission has outpaced salary and perks in the workplace.

Arrow Employees and Suppliers Raise Funds for Operation Help a Hero

Fri, 08/25/2017 - 10:15

CEOs Respond to Charlottesville

Fri, 08/25/2017 - 12:55

Along with so many across the nation, CECP was shocked by the events in Charlottesville earlier this month and yet encouraged by the actions of the CEOs of many of world’s largest corporations – most affiliated with this CECP network – that demonstrated that the courage and conviction of business can and should be a force for good.

Republic Services Advances its Sustainability Commitments

Mon, 08/28/2017 - 13:00

CBRE: People & Culture

Thu, 08/31/2017 - 10:00

At CBRE, people are at the center of our strategy. We are at our best when people with different backgrounds and experiences come together to produce great results for our clients. Our recently released CR Report highlights our continued focus on diversity and inclusion.

Nestlé’s Parent Support Spotlight on Allison: Finding a Place that Values Families

Mon, 08/28/2017 - 09:45

My family and I live in Cleveland — my son Grant is now six months old. When I was first considering Nestlé, I knew that the company was family-friendly and that was top-of-mind for me. It was a priority for me to find a place that valued families and valued their employees. When I learned that the parental support policy offered up to six months of leave, I thought ‘I can’t take off that much time!’ But as I was in the thick of it, I was extremely grateful for the extra time.