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CECP Announces Nielsen CEO David Kenny, NRG CEO Mauricio Gutierrez, and Siemens USA CEO Barbara Humpton to Join Board of Directors

Media & Communications

As part of its continuing efforts to create a better world through business, Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) announced that it has added three top CEOs to the organization’s distinguished Board of Directors: Barbara Humpton, CEO, Siemens USA; David Kenny, CEO, Nielsen; and Mauricio Gutierrez, President & CEO, NRG Energy. As a CEO-led coalition of more than 200 of the world’s largest companies, CECP believes a company’s social strategy – how it engages with key stakeholders including employees, communities, investors, and customers – determines a company’s success.

This Old House Teaches U.P. Residents, and an Appliance Manufacturer, New Tricks

Sustainable Development Goals

The five tenants living in Michigan Tech’s Sustainability Demonstration House (SDH) recently welcomed 30 additional residents and $13,000 in Whirlpool appliances.

UPS Partners With Matternet to Transport Medical Samples Via Drone Across Hospital System in Raleigh, N.C.

Health & Healthcare

When it comes to healthcare logistics, minutes matter. UPS is teaming up with Matternet and WakeMed to launch the first revenue-generating #drone delivery in the U.S., to increase medical delivery efficiency, reduce costs and improve the patient experience.

Responsible Gaming: Dr. Bo Bernhard

Responsible Production & Consumption

For the past seven years, Dr. Bo Bernhard, world-renowned responsible gaming expert, has led the responsible gaming ambassador training program at Las Vegas Sands properties across the globe. Dr. Bernhard serves as the executive director for the International Gaming Institute (IGI) at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where he oversees all research and academic functions.

Lockheed Martin Uses Virtual Reality And 3D Printing To Reduce Injuries On The Job

Innovation & Technology

Four Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) teams advance as finalists in the 22nd Applied Ergonomics Conference Ergo Cup® Competition, which showcases innovation aimed at reducing risk of injury in the workplace. Lockheed Martin will be one of over 20 companies discussing their ergonomic innovations in the Ergo Cup Competition.

VIDEO | Mohawk's George Bandy Jr. on the Social Side of Sustainability

The chief of sustainability at Mohawk, George Bandy Jr., is excited to continue to expand its sustainability experience to its new acquisitions. He's proud of his sustainability team and the passion and diversity they've brought into their work, as well as the "social" side that's the humanity beyond the often measurements-driven day-to-day. And that's a value for the customers, he points out.

MetLife Denied Her Disability Claim For Trans Surgery. Then It Voluntarily Reversed Course

Health & Healthcare

MetLife sent Addis a check for her time out of work and responded to Klein, saying the company recognized GLAD's concerns and would eliminate the trans surgery exclusion, not just for Addis, but for millions of policy holders.

American Express Hosts Its Largest-Ever Leadership Academy Global Alumni Summit to Back the People Who Move the World Forward

Events, Media & Communications

American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) announced today its annual Leadership Academy Global Alumni Summit on April 1. The intensive two-day immersive program offers professional development and networking opportunities to cultivate emerging nonprofit and social purpose leaders.

C-Suite Speak: 4 Tips for Showcasing the Business Value of EHS to Gain Executive Respect

Environment

Antea Group has four tips to help you communicate with your C-Suite and promote EHS at your organization.

LA Galaxy Foundation Hosts Grand View Boulevard Elementary School Students as Part of Protect the Pitch Sustainability Program

Education

AEG’s LA Galaxy Foundation recently hosted 40 students from Grand View Boulevard Elementary School in Los Angeles as part of its Protect the Pitch Field Trip Series at Dignity Health Sports Park on March 21, 2019.

Focus on Green Finance – The European Union Action Plan – Mandates Being Put in Place for Fiduciaries

Media & Communications

The European Union adopted a Sustainable Finance Action Plan in May 2018; the package of measures included a proposal for a regulation to establish a framework to facilitate sustainable investment. The aim is to create a unified classification system or taxonomy on what could be considered to be “an environmentally-sustainable economic opportunity”.

Ecocentricity Blog: Pulling a Thread

Responsible Production & Consumption

This year Chantel Lanier has been on a personal quest to learn more about the environmental impact of fashion, and what she has learned is staggering.

Video | The Disability Collection: Ace Ratcliff

Diversity & Inclusion

Verizon, Getty Images and the National Disability Leadership Alliance are creating The Disability Collection, a growing collection of stock images that break stereotypes and authentically portray people with disabilities in everyday life.

Top 5 Trends From Goodness Matters 2019

We’ve reached a pivotal point where 75% of North Americans now cite “my employer” as the most trusted institution, by a large margin. This uniquely positions businesses to become not just a force for good, but the force for good. Find out how 12 leading companies are walking the walk.

General Mills to Adopt Regenerative Soil Practices

Environment

General Mills Inc. (GIS) said Monday that it will accelerate the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices on one million acres of farmland by 2030.

CNH Industrial Is Pioneering 3D Printing

Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial is leading the way in the innovative use of 3D printers to manufacture components and spare parts, providing its customers with rapid availability and support throughout the product’s lifecycle.

Video | Weleda is #FundingHerFuture through Whole Planet Foundation

Weleda is a second-year member of Whole Planet Foundation’s annual $50,000 Fund, alleviating global poverty through microcredit.

Michigan Strategic Fund, Consumers Energy Foundation, Jackson Organizations Give $300,000 to Lean Rocket Lab Business Incubator

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Lean Rocket Lab announced today that it is receiving $300,000 in support from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Consumers Energy Foundation and local organizations to help nurture the next generation of businesses in Jackson.

Hear Her Story: Q&A with Vileika Ramirez, Director of Human Resources - Caribbean Basin at Gildan

Diversity & Inclusion

With over ten years at Gildan and thirty years of experience in human resources, Vileika has been able to share her passion and HR expertise with Gildan teams in different parts of the world. Here is her story:

Yorkshire Building Society’s 2018 Society Matters Report

Research, Reports & Publications

Yorkshire Building Society - one of the UK's largest and most successful building societies - has released its annual Society Matters report highlighting its work to make a lasting and positive impact on society. The 2018 Society Matters report demonstrates the organisation’s recent achievements and vision for the future aligned to the key themes of Community, Customers, People and the Environment.

Webinar - Engage Stakeholders on Your Purpose-driven Ambition

Events, Media & Communications

Businesses are building trust with key stakeholders through their purpose-driven strategy. Communicating your impact and value proposition is critical – both to future success and inspiring customers and communities to act.

Mondi Launches 2018 Report: Sustainable Packaging & Paper by Design

Research, Reports & Publications

Mondi Group, a global leader in packaging and paper has today released its 2018 reporting suite Sustainable Packaging and Paper by Design, including its full Sustainable Development report and Integrated report and financial statements.

For Opening Day, Aramark Loads the Bases With Better-For-You Options

Health & Healthcare

Major League Baseball’s Opening Day is just around the corner, and Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the award-winning food and beverage partner of nine MLB teams, is unveiling its 2019 ballpark menu highlights, full of new takes on ballpark favorites and better-for-you options.