Finding Connection Through Volunteerism at NetSuite

NetSuite's Volunteer Time Off policy gives all employees 16 hours of paid time to volunteer in their local communities. In this post, one NetSuite employee shares how volunteerism has helped him forge connections with colleagues and give back to his community.

Getting Back on the Landfill-Free List

General Motors’ expectations for a landfill-free facility are structured and strict, with sites removed from the list if even a small load goes into the ground. When that happens, both the local teams and global waste experts collaborate to find solutions.

More Cybersecurity Awareness may Lead to Lower Contract Spending

Welcome to Bloomberg Government’s Analyst Picks, our daily briefing of top stories affecting the federal market. Bloomberg Government clients have access to Washington’s best government contracting data and analysis.

Q&A with Devin Thorpe, Founder of Your Mark on the World Center

Devin Thorpe was a finance guy until he realized life wasn’t all about the money. As a new-media journalist and founder of the Your Mark on the World Center, Devin has established himself as a champion of social good.

World Focus on Ethical Sourcing Turns to California as Leaders Gather

The World focus on ethical sourcing of materials will shift to California next month when the Conflict-Free Smelter Initiative (CFSI) holds its annual meeting in Santa Clara.

Washington Diversity Council Highlights Leadership Excellence at 2016 Washington Diversity & Leadership Conference

The Washington Diversity Council will be hosting the 2016 Washington Diversity and Leadership Conference on November 17, 2016 at the Renaissance Seattle Hotel.

3S Awards 2016 Call for Applications

The 2016 GSC 3S Awards is the global benchmark for excellence in sustainable and socially responsible practices in global sourcing and supply. The 3S Awards is an international awards program now accepting applications and nominations!

Seattle: First City in the U.S to Incentivize Living Buildings with Pilot Program

On October 7, Seattle Mayor Ed Murray signed legislation to continue the Living Building Pilot Program until 2025. The updated Living Building program legislation expands on a pilot program started in 2009 and increases the number of buildings that can participate to twenty. There are new provisions and adjustments in the legislation that align better with city and state laws, as well as streamline building codes to incentivize developers on adopting regenerative building practices.

Green Business: Utah Companies That Are Walking the Walk When it Comes to Sustainable Business

Utah Business has announced the winners of its Green Business Awards.

U.S. Chamber Foundation and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Seek Nominations to Recognize Healthy Communities and Businesses

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today opened the nomination process for the Health Means Business Healthy10 Awards. The inaugural awards program will honor ten businesses or partnerships that work to improve community wellness through greater economic opportunity.