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Southern California Farm Family Has Deep Roots in Japanese American Community

No one knew it at the time, but when Kenny Tanaka’s parents invited him and his preschool classmates to tour the family farm, it set off a series of events that would ultimately reshape the business.

Qualcomm Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2023

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

3BL has named Qualcomm Incorporated to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies.

DP World Dominicana Wins Prestigious 2023 AAPA-CIP Port Industry Award of Excellence

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

In recognition of its operational excellence and significant contributions to the local community, DP World Dominicana has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2023 AAPA-CIP Port Industry Award of Excellence in the port infrastructure development category.

Sofidel’s Commitment to Green Bay and Sustainability

Sustainable Development Goals

Sofidel promotes sustainable energy sources and has achieved greater energy efficiency in its plants and processes, including its Green Bay operations.

WBA Achieves Disability Representation Goal for Fiscal Year 2023

Diversity & Inclusion

This October, which is National Disability Employment Awareness Month in the U.S., WBA remains steadfast in its commitment to employees who identify as having a disability—and the numbers prove it.

The Chemicals Exec Looking To Decarbonize — And Rebuild Trust

Environment

Amber Wellman is leading Chemours through a new phase in the global chemistry giant’s decarbonization and sustainability journey.

Duke Energy Progress Receives Approval for New Rates in North Carolina, Implements New Programs To Help Customers

Energy

Duke Energy Progress will implement new rates for North Carolina customers on Oct. 1 as approved by the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC).

3BL Announces 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2023

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

3BL announced today the annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies.

Entergy Louisiana Partners With City To Bring Eco-Friendly Transportation to West Monroe

Energy

Entergy Louisiana representatives and City of West Monroe officials recently celebrated the expansion of eco-friendly transportation to the downtown area with the installment of several electric vehicle chargers.

“Rethinking Apparel & Textiles” Features Sustainable Apparel Coalition at ReThink HK 2023

Environment

ReThink HK, Hong Kong’s business event for sustainable development, invited Joyce Tsoi, SAC Director of Collective Action Programs APAC, to moderate the “Rethinking Apparel & Textiles” roundtable session.

Accelerating Sustainability Innovation in the Cloud

Innovation & Technology

“The pace of change has never been this fast, yet it will never be this slow again,” said Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau when speaking about technology a few years ago.

New Holland Agriculture Took Center Stage at the 2023 Farm Progress Show

Events, Media & Communications

New Holland Agriculture, a brand of CNH Industrial, recently hosted a booth at the 2023 Farm Progress Show.

Enterprise, LISC, and the New York Fed to Publish Book on Community Development and Climate Change

Environment

Enterprise Community Partners, the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York announced plans to publish book, funded by Wells Fargo Foundation, on community development and climate change.

Breaking Barriers: The Crucial Role of Partnerships in Addressing Mental Health and Stigma

Health & Healthcare

World Mental Health Day is a global initiative that takes place annually in October and reminds us of the importance of addressing mental health issues and breaking the stigma surrounding them.

FedEx Headquarters Giving: Memphis, Tennessee

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

We believe that everyone in Memphis should have an equal chance to participate in our city’s education system and workforce to achieve financial stability and mobility. This idea – inclusive economic growth – is essential to our city’s future.

Cummins Board Honored for Approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion

The Cummins Inc. Board of Directors received a 2023 National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) award recognizing exemplary board practices related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I).

Nasdaq's Annual NY Climate Week Conference 2023

Events, Media & Communications

In our panels, we explored the role of carbon markets in achieving net zero, best practices in navigating public discourse on ESG and climate, and the importance of ESG data quality and standardization across both investors and corporates.

Medtronic Earns Four 5-Star Ratings From the Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility

Diversity & Inclusion

Medtronic is one of only three companies to achieve top scores in all four pillars of employment, governance, philanthropy, and procurement this year.

KeyBank Provides $36.3 Million of Financing for Affordable Multifamily Housing in Colorado

KeyBank provided a $36.3 million for the new construction of Elevate at Aurora, a 137-unit family project in Aurora, CO. KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided $30 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credit.

2023 Bill Conway Founders Charity Golf Classic

Social Impact & Volunteering

On Tuesday, October 10, Covia hosted more than 115 golfers in support of United Way's efforts to unite people and resources to measurably improve the self-sufficiency of individuals and families.

Northern Trust Employees Volunteer With Cara Chicago

Social Impact & Volunteering

Chairman and CEO Mike O’Grady along with a group of Northern Trust employees recently volunteered with Cara Chicago, which helps people boost their job prospects through resources, education and encouragement.

LA Galaxy Teams Up With the Play Equity Fund and Capitanes Del Futuro To Host Two-Day Career Exploration Event for Girls

Diversity & Inclusion

Interest and participation in women’s sports has been on the rise as observed most recently during the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 with record breaking attendance numbers and ticket sales. However, women of color have been historically underrepresented in sports leadership roles.

Dust Suppression To Help a First Nation’s Celebration

Diversity & Inclusion

The storytelling begins with the drummers, each of their beats bringing those present into balance with the pulse of the earth.

Baker Tilly and NACUBO Unveil Path to Sustainability Toolkit to Navigate Higher Education Challenges

Education

Leading advisory, tax and assurance firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) in partnership with the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), announces the release of their Path to Sustainability toolkit.

Otis Colleagues Rise Up To Meet 3 in ’23 Volunteer Challenge

Social Impact & Volunteering

As part of its 170th anniversary celebration, Otis encouraged colleagues to join its 3 in ‘23 Volunteer Challenge, a campaign encouraging colleagues to volunteer in their local communities for three hours before the end of the year.