Corporate Responsibility

UN Global Compact Bulletin (May 2017)

Events

Carla Harris, One of Essence Magazine’s “Top 50 Women Who Are Shaping the World,” to Speak at MGM Resorts Foundation’s WLC 2017

Harris is the managing director and senior client advisor at financial services giant Morgan Stanley. The author of the book “Expect to Win: Proven Strategies for Success from a Wall Street Vet,” she is considered to be among the most influential women in the financial services sector. Harris plans to share with conference attendees some of the valuable lessons learned during her 20-plus year career on Wall Street.

Awards & Rankings

Heroes Working For a Restorative Future

Every year, we recognize individuals who have demonstrated a fierce commitment to the Living Building Challenge with their desire to continually raise the bar on behalf of the green building industry.

This year, nine recipients are inspirational in their quest to help safeguard our future.

Events

Pre-Summit Sessions Available for 2017 Sustainability and Circular Economy Summit!

This year’s Sustainability and Circular Economy Summit will include brand new features, including interactive pre-summit sessions on June 26. Registration for these sessions is open, so sign up today when you register for the Summit!

Education & Workforce Development

Challenged with STEAM, Students Mix Creativity with Innovation

Awards & Rankings

Astellas’ Tina Karunaratne named a 2017 Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Luminary

Astellas and its wholly owned subsidiary, the Astellas Institute for Regenerative Medicines (AIRM) today announced that Tina Karunaratne, director of clinical and late-stage project management, will be honored as a 2017 Luminary by the Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) at the 28th Woman of the Year event.

Volunteering & Community

Bridging the Technology Divide: Key Takeaways from Taproot's First-Ever Technology Convening

How can pro bono service help nonprofits access technology solutions that transform their organizations and solve our communities’ challenges? That’s what Taproot sought to discover at Bridging the Technology Divide, our first-ever technology convening at the U.S. Pro Bono Summit. The day was comprised of a cross-sector group of leaders in technology and service coming together to explore and collectively shape how we can solve social sector needs with technology expertise.

For those who missed the action, here’s a recap of the day’s key takeaways:

Corporate Responsibility

Timberland Celebrates Earth Day with Global Community Service Projects

Global outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland, a leader in sustainability and corporate social responsibility, today announced it is conducting service projects in more than 15 countries throughout April and May as part of the company’s 19th consecutive celebration of Earth Day. Timberland has supported thousands of communities around the globe as part of its longstanding commitment to community service, from its headquarters in Stratham, New Hampshire to Hong Kong, China.

Events

Mid-Year Conference Update: Where You’ll Find VolunteerMatch

With exciting new visions for the coming year, we’re looking forward to being where you are and to share our plans with you! That’s why we’re telling you about a few events where we can meet you, hear how things are going in your world, and have a conversation about how we might be able to help you achieve your program goals.

Awards & Rankings

Shire Employees Honored at Healthcare Businesswomen's Association "Woman of the Year" Event

Shire is proud to announce that Amy Pott and Nicole Sweeny will be recognized at the 2017 Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) Woman of the Year event on May 11 in New York City.

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