Yikes, Inc. Gets $10,000 to Continue Work on Bias-Busting WordPress Plugin
Pit two identical, fictitious resumes against each other and hiring managers are likely to offer “John” more money than “Jennifer.”

Backed by $10,000 from the PNC LGBT Business Award, Fishtown-based dev shop Yikes, Inc. is hoping to change that via a bias-busting WordPressplugin called Level Playing Field (LPF).

Wynn Resorts Issues 2017 Global Sustainability Report
Wynn Resorts today issued its 2017 Global Sustainability Report, providing a comprehensive view of the Company’s commitment to responsible business practices, corporate culture, environmental protection, and community service. The report also outlines several new initiatives supporting employee diversity and gender equity at the Company, reinforcing why Wynn Resorts continues to remain the industry employer of choice.
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On the Journey to Adopt GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards
Understanding and reporting on companies' sustainability impacts cannot be driven by outside forces alone, but are often part of the core values that drive an organization. This article describes the journey of a chemical materials solutions provider Trinseo, which is taking steps together with GRI towards delivering their first GRI Standards report.
Women Help Women Reach for More In Life
‘Having it all’ is a concept that women have been discussing and aspiring to attain for nearly 40 years. Still, the conversation continues because no one has determined what having “it all” actually means. After decades of debate, women today are reshaping the definition. And female relationships are proving to be a powerful force.
Promoting Healthy Lifestyles in and Outside the Company
When Medtronic decided to partner with the Minnesota Vikings this fall, the goal was simple — bring awareness to the importance of health and fitness. In September, Medtronic and the Vikings awarded a local school with a "Fit Zone" donation. The financial support allowed Minneapolis North Community High School to invest in a new weight room and training center for its student athletes. Additionally, Medtronic is providing Twin Cities employees the opportunity to donate gently used sports equipment throughout the month of October. The donations will go to the Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Department.

Helping in Houston: Employees Step up Following Historic Hurricane
The Medtronic Mission, written by the company’s founders more than 50 years ago highlights the importance of “maintaining good citizenship as a company.” Employees are coordinating with All Hands Volunteers, a disaster relief organization, sending waves of teams to Houston to support the community following Hurricane Harvey. The company allows employees up to five days of paid leave to volunteer with disaster relief efforts. Medtronic and the Medtronic Foundation are also donating to organizations assisting those affected by the storm while several Medtronic facilities are collecting supplies and organizing blood drives.
Volunteers Put Work on Hold and Serve in Puerto Rico
Medtronic continues to team up with All Hands and Heart, a disaster relief organization. Together, they’re providing opportunities for employees to put a pause on their day jobs and pitch in throughout hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico.
How an Indonesian Coconut Plantation Inspired Mars' “Aha Moment” on Sustainability
For those of us in the field of corporate social responsibility, Mars is well-known for its environmental leadership. The company’s goals are therefore nothing short of ambitious. But if anyone can help the company meet those targets, it is chief procurement and sustainability officer Barry Parkin, who believes that big goals drive big innovation.
SABIC Has Recently Launched Its 2017 Sustainability Report, Building a Better Future
SABIC’s 2017 Sustainability Report: Building a Better Future, its seventh such report, is an impressive achievement. It continues the company’s effort to lead in sustainability and tell this story to stakeholders through an engaging annual publication.
Steel and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand in ArcelorMittal’s 2017 United States Integrated Report
ArcelorMittal USA is excited to announce the publication of its annual 2017 United States Integrated Report, “Powered by Resilience.” Since 2009, ArcelorMittal has reported on its corporate responsibility and sustainability initiatives in the United States. This third publication of an integrated report continues the company’s dedication to transparency and directly connects ArcelorMittal’s 10 sustainable development outcomes to its business outcomes and financial drivers.

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