Podcasts about corporate citizenship

In his return to office, President Donald Trump has intensified the use of tariffs as a central instrument of U.S. trade policy. Recent measures have expanded tariffs on strategic imports, particularly from China, and continued the application of steel and aluminum tariffs under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, as well as broader sanctions under Section 301 investigations into intellectual property practices. These policies have been positioned as efforts to protect national industries, reduce trade deficits, and bolster American economic sovereignty, while also signaling a more assertive U.S. approach to global commerce. Despite these intentions, the structure and execution of these tariff measures have introduced volatility into global markets. Empirical analyses indicate that while select domestic sectors have experienced short-term benefits, overall economic costs—including higher input prices, retaliatory tariffs from trading partners, and dampened investment—have offset many of the perceived gains. International institutions such as the IMF and WTO have linked prolonged tariff conflicts to downward revisions in global growth projections. Financial markets, in turn, have exhibited heightened sensitivity to tariff escalations, reflecting broader uncertainty about the sustainability of current trade policies. This episode examines the evolving nature of American trade strategy: What distinguishes short-term political signaling from durable economic policymaking? How have Trump's tariffs reshaped global supply chains, investor confidence, and the strategic positioning of U.S. industries? And as financial markets demand greater predictability and resilience, what future pathways could be pursued to align tariff and fiscal policy with long-term competitiveness and global stability? Our special guest this week is Professor Walid Hejazi. Professor Hejazi is the Academic Director of Executive Programs and Professor of International Business, Economic Analysis, and Policy at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. He is also a Fellow at the Michael Lee-Chin Family Institute for Corporate Citizenship and serves on the Board of Directors of the David & Sharon Johnston Centre for Corporate Governance Innovation. Over the course of his career, Professor Hejazi has advised private-sector firms and collaborated extensively with Canadian and international governments on foreign investment and international trade strategy. He has testified before parliamentary and senate committees, taught extensively in Rotman's MBA, EMBA, and executive education programs, and delivered lectures in over 30 countries worldwide. His research focuses on the intersection of global competitiveness, trade dynamics, and strategic economic policy, making his insights particularly timely for today's conversation. Join us as we delve into the consequences of tariff-driven protectionism, the gaps in America's current trade approach, and what more sustainable, market-stabilizing policies could look like in the years ahead. Produced by: Julia Brahy

Does the present political pendulum swing contrary to unbridled  Communism portend a positive shift toward the restoration of the Constitutional Republic? Perhaps, but an unchecked trend in the opposite direction would be equally devastating to the collective welfare, and the "Boys Downstairs" have been working both sides of the fence for centuries. Either way, our predecessors knew the game well, and left the door wide open for those who would follow suit by "Notice" of a personal Declaration of Independence.  The unabridged truth is that U.S. INC is none of our business, and contrary to the appearance of a Democratic elective process, most of us have not been given a seat at the table. Whether the contracted permissions of Corporate Citizenship satisfy your needs, or the adventure of no-holds free-ranging ignites your Spirit, it's all about the Right for Self-Determination, as our Creator intended. On this episode Abe Max & Jason Botkin join a very special Alfacast roundtable to further dissect the legal-lawful landscape that has obfuscated the simple truth for far too long.  Sovereignty is a state of Spirit that cannot be realized by words on a piece of paper, but our discussion will traverse the many supporting technologies we've shared through prior episodes and Alfa Vedic workshops. Abe Max and Jason Botkin are the creators of Self-Sown Life, a transformative educational journey along a path toward reclaiming autonomy through their own relationships with authority, using the Enlifted method to integrate personal understandings for better outcomes in a Self Sown Life.  Self Sown is a journey in self-authorship and the cultivation of wisdom, where the seed of your word becomes the blueprint of your reality. Rooted in the living principles of equity, natural law, and trust, this course empowers you to renegotiate your foundational agreements with the State, quietly and quickly reclaiming the power of your own authority. Through the Enlifted Method — a practical adaptation of narrative therapy — you'll build the mindset and resilience needed to stand strong, speak true, and live in accordance with what and who you really are. This is not just a legal education, but a reorientation of being — a bridge out of confusion, into clarity, and toward the grounded practice of freedom. Show links: https://selfsown.life https://beautyseedstudios.com https://jasonbotkin.ca/ Learn The True Nature Of Dis-Ease & How Our Bodies Actually Work: https://alfavedic.com/themyth/ Join Our Private Community And Join In The Discussion: https://alfavedic.com/join-us/ Follow our new YT channel: / @offgridelegance Get our favorite blue blocker glasses! https://alfavedic.com/raoptics Learn how to express your law and uphold your rights as one of mankind. https://alfavedic.com/lawformankind Alfa Vedic is an off-grid agriculture & health co-op focused on developing products, media & educational platforms for the betterment of our world. By using advanced scientific methods, cutting-edge technologies and tools derived from the knowledge of the world's greatest minds, the AV community aims to be a model for the future we all want to see. Our comprehensive line of health products and nutrition is available on our website. Most products are hand mixed and formulated right on our off grid farm including our Immortality Teas which we grow on site. Find them all at https://alfavedic.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Follow Alfa Vedic: https://linktr.ee/alfavedic Follow Mike Winner: https://linktr.ee/djmikewinner

Bongani Bingwa speas to Steven Zwane, Absa Managing Executive of Corporate Citizenship, about Absa's collaboration with Junior Achievement South Africa (JASA) on the Company Plus Programme, a skills-building initiative for young entrepreneurs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn how companies can evolve their philanthropy in a divided political climate while staying true to their values.     Most companies in 2025 are focusing their social efforts on economic opportunity and education, according to The Conference Board C-Suite Outlook 2025. How is corporate philanthropy changing, especially with the rise of AI and the backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives?     Join Steve Odland and guest  Jeff Hoffman, Acting ESG Center Leader at The Conference Board, to find out how companies can avoid scattershot giving, whether they should give directly or through an intermediary, and how to show the ROI on corporate giving.    (00:36) Understanding Corporate Philanthropy and CSR (02:30) Aligning Community Strategy with Business Strategy (04:58) Best Practices for Corporate Foundations (06:29) Trends in Corporate Philanthropy for 2025 (07:33) Impact of DEI and Political Environment on Philanthropy (09:21) Geographic Shifts and Employee Volunteerism (15:11) Leveraging AI for Smarter Giving (18:34) Direct Giving vs. Intermediaries (22:49) Adapting to the Changing Political Landscape (24:10) Measuring Impact and ROI in Corporate Philanthropy   For more from The Conference Board:  2025 Outlook for Corporate Citizenship and Philanthropy  2025 Corporate Responsibility Awards Dinner 

In this episode of Remarkable Retail, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis break down a high-stakes week of retail headlines before reprising a conversation recorded two years ago with Canada Goose President, Carrie Baker. Carrie touches on the brand's unique positioning, DTC growth strategy, sustainability initiatives, and product line extensions.Retail News Breakdown:Tariff Whiplash – The Trump administration's latest on-again, off-again tariffs are leaving retailers scrambling. What's the real impact on pricing, inflation, and supply chains?Walgreens Goes Private – Sycamore Partners is taking over the struggling pharmacy giant in a $10 billion deal, but is this a turnaround or just a temporary fix?Retail Earnings Mixed Bag – Target unveils a $15 billion growth plan, Best Buy braces for tariff-related costs, and Macy's fights for relevance. Meanwhile, Nordstrom posts its last earnings as a public company.Revisiting Canada Goose: Then & NowAfter the news, we rewind to an insightful conversation with Carrie Baker, President of Canada Goose, recorded at ShopTalk two years ago. At the time, Canada Goose was expanding its direct-to-consumer strategy, battling counterfeit products, and rolling out immersive store experiences like the Cold Room. She also touches on their store expansion plans, resales intiatives, and product-line extensions.By blending past insights with today's updates, this episode offers a unique look at retail strategy in motion. Whether you're tracking market volatility, retail M&A, or long-term brand positioning, this episode connects the biggest industry shifts with lessons from one of Canada's most iconic brands.Subscribe, listen, and stay ahead of retail's twists and turns!********************Steve will be back on stage at Shoptalk coming up in Las Vegas at the end of March. Listeners can save on registration by using our discount codes below:For Retailers & Consumer Brands go here and use code RBREMARK549For General Admission go here and use code GAREMARK1399Steve's 2025 Retail PredictionsAbout CarrieRecognized as a dynamic and collaborative leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, Carrie is responsible for Canada Goose's global commercial business, driving the company's growth and customer engagement. She oversees the Regional Business units, Marketing & Experience, Public Affairs & Communications, Merchandising & Pricing, and Corporate Citizenship. In her previous role as President, North America, she established a high-performance team and led the region's significant business acceleration. Carrie has also served as Chief of Staff and Chief Communications Officer, helping lead the company through critical initiatives including its successful IPO and development of its industry-leading Sustainable Impact Strategy. Prior to joining Canada Goose in 2012, she was a Senior Vice President at a North American communications agency specializing in coaching executives and building the brands of some of North America's largest retail, technology and consumer goods companies. Carrie was named WXN Top 100 Most Powerful Women Canada in 2019 and serves on the Board of Directors of Trillium Health Partners Foundation. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

The ceasefire in Gaza hangs in the balance as President Donald Trump's proposal forces all sides to rethink the region's future.     The conflict in Gaza has displaced 90% of the population, with President Donald Trump proposing to take over the region and resettle nearly 2 million Gazans elsewhere. What does Trump's proposal mean for negotiations, and how can all sides broker a lasting peace between the Palestinians and Israelis?     Join Steve Odland and guest Dr. Lori Esposito Murray, senior fellow for national security and managing director of CEO programs at the Council on Foreign Relations and a CED trustee, to find out the current state of the pause in fighting, how the world reacted to Trump's proposal, and what obstacles remain to a permanent ceasefire.    (00:41) Overview of Gaza's History (02:32) Hamas' Rise to Power (03:16) Current Governance and Control (06:20) The October 7th Attack (07:47) The Aftermath and Ceasefire (11:15) US Proposal for Gaza (13:55) Reactions to the Proposal (19:12) Challenges and Alternatives (28:47) Conclusion and Final Thoughts   For more from The Conference Board:  2025 Outlook for Corporate Citizenship and Philanthropy  Corporate Citizenship Responses to the Israel–Hamas Conflict: One Year Later  The (Unfortunate) Need for a Corporate Playbook to Respond to War 

November 28, 2024 ~ Paula Silver, Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications/Corporate Citizenship & DTE Foundation joins Paul W Ahead of the 98th Annual America's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

November 28, 2024 ~ Carmen Argersinger, Head of Corporate Citizenship & Community Affairs at Delta Dental of Michigan joins Paul W Ahead of the 98th Annual America's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

November 8, 2024 ~ Mike Falahee, President of Marygrove Awnings, and Paula Silver, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Corporate Citizenship for DTE Energy & the DTE Foundation, join Guy, Lloyd, and WDIV's Karen Drew at the Parade Company's Pancake Breakfast, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

We kick off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Bob Dees - Major General (Retired) – former Commander of the US-Israeli Combined Task Force for Missile Defense & runs the National Center for Healthy Veterans discusses the 1-Year Anniversary of the Oct. 7th attack on Israel by Hamas.Jeff Bellows - Vice President of Corporate Citizenship & Public Affairs at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts on free Bluebikes Day Passes on World Mental Health Day – Where and how you can take advantage. Connect between exercise & “good” mental health. Additionally happening during MBTA orange line shutdown.Jason Rohrer – NH Game Designer – Creator of Treasure Hunt says an Andover meteorologist finds $26,000 gold statue hidden in the woods of Western Mass!Kevin Cadima - A Meteorologist from the National Weather Service checks in to discuss Hurricane Milton, which is at a Category 5 and forecast to make landfall this week in Florida! Will it impact New England at all?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Visit thedigitalslicepodcast.com for complete show notes of every podcast episode. Join Brad and Moira Vetter as they explore the intricacies of B2B marketing. They discuss longer sales cycles, sales funnels, what's boring, and more. Moira Vetter is the Founder & CEO of Modo Modo Agency, a 4-time Inc. 5000 company, a 2023 U.S. Chamber Top 70 Small Businesses and the 2023 Cobb Chamber Women-owned Business of the Year. Over three decades, Moira has fostered growth for Fortune 500 Global Brands and hypergrowth mid-market companies. She was named the 2022 NAWBO Woman Business Owner of the Year, a 2023 Leader in Corporate Citizenship and received the 2023 AMA Atlanta Lifetime Achievement Award. She is the author of Adventure and a former contributor to Forbes and Ad Age.

In dieser Episode von EY FinTech & bEYond beschäftigen wir uns mit dem Konzept "Good Corporate Citizenship". Wir beleuchten zusammen mit Valerie Hutterer, HEAD of DACH & Benelux markets bei der AXA Climate School, Tom Josczok, Co-Founder und Managing Director von Stiftung Wirkungsanteil und Daniela Harzer, COO und Managing Director von PIABO innovative Ideen und Ansätze, die Führungskräfte und Gründer inspirieren können, ihre Unternehmen verantwortungsvoll und ethisch zu führen. Mit welche Herausforderungen sehen sich Unternehmer*innen oftmals konfrontiert, braucht es mehr oder weniger Regulierung und welche Rolle spielt die Unternehmensstrategie bei der Umsetzung von Good Corporate Citizenship? Unsere Experten teilen ihre Einsichten darüber, wie man von der Absicht Gutes zu tun, zum tatsächlichen Handeln kommt, um so nicht nur wirtschaftlich erfolgreich sein kann, sondern auch einen positiven Beitrag zur Gesellschaft leisten kann. Moderation: Peter Fricke, Associate Director FinTech Business Development, und Marius Münzel, Senior Consultant Strategy & Transactions. Haben Sie Fragen oder Anmerkungen zu dieser Episode? Kontaktieren Sie uns gerne per E-Mail unter eyfintechandbeyond@de.ey.com mit Ihrem Feedback oder Vorschlägen für zukünftige Themen oder Gäste.

Feauturing Phil Cochran, the Thomas W. Binford Chair of Corporate Citizenship and Professor of Management at the Kelly School of Business at Indiana University. (Recorded 6/27/24)

July 29, 2024 ~ Rodney Cole, President DTE Foundation and Corporate Citizenship talks to Paul about the 21st Annual Paul W Smith Golf Classic.

When it comes to ESG, most companies feel better about their progress on “E” — environmental — than on the “S” or the “G,” according to a new report by the ESG Center at The Conference Board. How can companies reset their ESG agendas and make meaningful progress in the face of economic, political, and other tailwinds?      Join Steve Odland and guest Andrew Jones, Senior Researcher, ESG Center, at The Conference Board to find out about the political and economic factors creating a backlash against ESG investing, the role of regulation in achieving ESG goals, and the business opportunities available in the “S” and “G” pillars of ESG.    (00:47) Understanding ESG: A Brief Overview (01:38) The Evolution of ESG and Stakeholder Capitalism (02:52) Challenges and Backlash in ESG (03:48) The Importance of Hitting the Reset Button (10:29) Deep Dive into Environmental (E) Changes (14:53) Social (S) Aspects and Corporate Citizenship (18:00) Governance (G) and Its Role in ESG (28:16) Emerging Trends and Future Outlook   For more from The Conference Board:  Hitting the Reset Button on ESG: Setting Strategy in a Time of Uncertainty  Climate Lawsuits: A Rising Threat for Business  EU 2024 ESG Regulatory Outlook: Q2 Update 

Countries around the world are anticipating the start of the Paris Olympics, a celebration of the unifying power of sports.For many, an introduction to sports begins at a young age. From participating in a sport to watching games with family, sports plays a pivotal role in shaping youth, teaching invaluable life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and resilience and encouraging healthy lifestyles through active play. But unfortunately, children are dropping out of sports at alarming rates. Not only does this impact their lifelong health, but it influences whether children will grow up to become sports fans.We invited Kevin Martinez, Vice President of Corporate Citizenship at ESPN, to highlight programs central to ESPN's mission to serve sport fans anytime, anywhere. Kevin discusses several of ESPN's programs, including Don't Retire, Kid; Foundation V; and ESPN's partnership with Special Olympics, and highlights ESPN's aim to support and nurture both athletes and fans, reinforcing the idea that sports are for everyone.Listen for insights on:The business and community value of investing in sportsBusiness areas that corporate citizenship professionals need to be aware of to expand their impact and make the business case for social impactMaintaining connections and communication with other corporate citizenship professionals to drive greater overall impactResources + Links:Kevin Martinez's LinkedInESPN x Special OlympicsV FoundationThe Emperor of All MaladiesDon't Retire, Kid (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - ESPN's Kevin Martinez (01:09) - Kevin's Background (04:14) - Intuition (06:53) - Sports (08:06) - ESPN's Purpose (09:30) - Programmatic Work (12:48) - Kids in Sports (16:40) - Equity in Sports (20:27) - Olympics (22:23) - Last Thoughts (25:03) - Purpose and AI (27:56) - Wrap Up

July 15, 2024 ~ Mike Rizer, Executive Director of Corporate Citizenship at Ally Financial & President Ally Charitable Foundation, chats with Kevin and Tom at the CATCH Golf Classic to share why they think it is important to participate in days like today.

In this episode, you'll learn:What is the role of the Chief Corporate Citizenship Officer?Key takeaways from the global survey Rethink Disruption: The Rise of the Fifth EstateWhat is the Fifth Estate, and how do we leverage it?Marian Salzman is a global trend spotter, the first person to do market research in cyberspace, and the author of the book “The New Megatrends: Seeing Clearly in the Age of Disruption.” In 2018, she joined Phillip Morris as Senior Vice President of Global Communications to act as the spokesperson for them as they transitioned away from their power brand, Marlboro, towards a smoke-free future. In January of this year, she returned to the States from Switzerland to take on the role of Chief Corporate Citizenship Office. Prior to joining PMI, she served as CEO of Havas PR North America and, prior to that, CMO at Porter Novelli. On the show today, Alan and Marian talk about her responsibilities as Chief Corporate Citizenship Officer and key takeaways from a global survey she oversaw called Rethink Disruption: The Rise of the Fifth Estate. Marian helps us understand what the Fifth Estate is, how Alan fits into it, whether it's a good or bad thing, and how brands and marketers engage with it.Key Highlights:[01:40] The first person to do market research in cyberspace[03:55] Marian's career path[06:20] What is a Chief Corporate Citizenship Officer?[10:10] Rethink Disruption: The Rise of the Fifth Estate[13:15] The other four estates[16:15] Clarence, the dog, and the power of content creators [17:30] Trust, but verify.[18:20] So, is the Fifth Estate good or bad?[19:25] How can we engage with the Fifth Estate responsibly? [21:10] Two things that shaped who Marian is today[26:20] Advice to her younger self[26:30] Do online learning![28:10] Trends and subcultures to watch[30:20] Beware of fake news.Looking for more?Visit our website for the full show notes, links to resources mentioned in this episode, and ways to connect with the guest! Become a member today and listen ad-free, visit https://plus.acast.com/s/marketingtoday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Topic thoughts? Guest ideas? Comments? Just text us. (pls include reply details if needed)In this episode podcast, we're privileged to host two seasoned stalwarts of the heavy industry, Genevieve Hilton and Steve Willis. Their unexpected pivot has led them to channel their vast experience into a compelling work of fiction: ‘Fairhaven: A Novel of Climate Optimism' (Habitat Press, 2024). This isn't just a novel; it's a beacon illuminating the pressing climate issues that our planet grapples with. Our conversation takes a deep dive into Genevieve's and Steve's transformative journey towards net-zero. We then shift our focus to three innovative climate solutions, not mere theoretical constructs, but viable both project-wise and financially, as explored in the novel. We also touch upon the topic of corporate sustainability and underscore the paramount importance of raising awareness. This episode isn't just a discussion; it's a thought-provoking exploration of climate change from a truly unique vantage point. Tune in for an enlightening experience.ABOUT GENEVIEVE. Genevieve Hilton has worked in corporate affairs and sustainability in the Asia Pacific region since 1994. She previously led ESG and communications in Asia Pacific for Lenovo, as well as Corporate Citizenship and External Communications Asia Pacific for BASF. Since taking a step back from the corporate world in 2022, she has become a full-time sustainability activist and writer. Under the pen name Jan Lee, she is an award-winning science fiction writer. She is the co-author, with Steve Willis, of "Fairhaven – A Novel of Climate Optimism" (Habitat Press UK), a winner in the Green Stories contest. Her work has also been nominated for a Pushcart Prize and recognized several times in the “Writers of the Future” contest. She also is Editor-in-Chief of The Apostrophe, the quarterly magazine of the Hong Kong Writers Circle. She currently acts as a senior advisor for a number of environmental and social activist organizations, as well as co-chairing the Energy & ESG Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce of Hong Kong.ABOUT STEVE. Steve Willis is an engineer and innovator with decades of experience providing solutions to environmental problems for large scale industries. The start of the covid lockdowns gave him pause to think carefully about climate solutions, what was needed and what it would take to get there. This led to a collaboration with the GreenStories team to produce the No More Fairy Tales anthology for COP27. Steve continues to work on large scale climate solutions, currently developing a CO2 sequestration mineralisation process which can be deployed at the million tonne scale.HOST, PRODUCTION, ARTWORK: Joseph Jacobelli | MUSIC: Ep0-29 The Open Goldberg Variations, Kimiko Ishizaka Ep30- Orchestra Gli Armonici – Tomaso Albinoni, Op.07, Concerto 04 per archi in Sol - III. Allegro. | FEEDBACK: theasiaclimatecapitalpodcast@gmail.com.

In this episode of the SCI Cultivating Connections podcast, host David Crowley welcomes Nora Moreno Cargie, President of the Point32 Health Foundation and Vice President of Corporate Citizenship for Point32 Health.  Nora brings extensive experience in nonprofit and philanthropic work to the conversation. They delve into Nora's background and pivotal moments in her career, particularly her realization about the importance of community-based insights versus external directives from funders. Nora emphasizes the need for funders to be proximate to the work and to honor community knowledge. The conversation explores the essence of creating great places for people to grow up and grow old, highlighting the importance of inclusivity, engagement, and listening in community-centered initiatives.  Nora shares insights on challenges and opportunities in philanthropy, advocating for humility, active listening, and building bridges that facilitate two-way communication. Through their discussion, Nora underscores the value of authentic storytelling and the significance of recognizing shared humanity amidst diverse experiences. This episode was produced by Leah Mulrenan and Sierra Dearns.  

In this week's episode of the Current, Edison Electric Institutes, Kristine Telford is joined by Richard T.  Thigpen, Senior Vice President of Corporate Citizenship at PSEG company. Rick provides insight into PSEG's commitment to a diverse workforce, philanthropy, and its role in helping solve serious challenges. 

How can businesses in the construction and development industry balance growth and profitability with a genuine commitment to social and environmental responsibility? In today's episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Jon Williams, President and CEO of W&A Engineering and the Better Communities Collaborative. Jon shares the journey that shaped his commitment to community service, from working in a family grocery store to starting a small landscaping company. W&A Engineering is now a multidisciplinary firm with offices across the United States. We'll hear how Jon navigates generational differences by creating a work environment that blends traditional values with evolving perspectives, the decision to pursue B Corp certification, and his mission to not only overcome negative perceptions of the development industry, but influence others to pursue more conscious design and community impact. Stay tuned to hear practical steps that you can take to create lasting, positive change in the communities you impact.   RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE Visit www.waengineering.com Follow W&A Engineering on Social Media https://www.instagram.com/waengineering/ https://www.facebook.com/WandAEngineering/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wandaengineering/  Follow Jon on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/waengineering/    CREDITS Theme Music

How can businesses in the construction and development industry balance growth and profitability with a genuine commitment to social and environmental responsibility? In today's episode, Nathan Stuck sits down with Jon Williams, President and CEO of W&A Engineering and the Better Communities Collaborative. Jon shares the journey that shaped his commitment to community service, from working in a family grocery store to starting a small landscaping company. W&A Engineering is now a multidisciplinary firm with offices across the United States. We'll hear how Jon navigates generational differences by creating a work environment that blends traditional values with evolving perspectives, the decision to pursue B Corp certification, and his mission to not only overcome negative perceptions of the development industry, but influence others to pursue more conscious design and community impact. Stay tuned to hear practical steps that you can take to create lasting, positive change in the communities you impact.   RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE Visit www.waengineering.com Follow W&A Engineering on Social Media https://www.instagram.com/waengineering/ https://www.facebook.com/WandAEngineering/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wandaengineering/  Follow Jon on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/waengineering/    CREDITS Theme Music

In today's video, you'll learn about the importance and intricacies of measuring and reporting corporate citizenship. We chat with Andrew Jones, a senior researcher at the Conference Board, to discuss the challenges of quantifying philanthropic efforts, the art of societal outcome measurement, and the power of storytelling in conveying your company's social impact. We delve into the current state of corporate reporting on philanthropy and CSR, and offer practical advice on how to effectively measure outcomes and enhance your storytelling. Timestamp of our discussion: 1:03 - What does “measuring” or “reporting on” corporate citizenship mean? 7:44 - How does corporate citizenship reporting compare with other corporate reports such as financial or ESG? 9:45 - If there are no obligations to measure or report on their corporate citizenship investments, why do it at all? 11:08 - Main challenges in measuring and quantifying philanthropic efforts? 13:17 - How can companies measure societal outcomes of their programs efficiently and effectively? 17:11 - How could you measure effectiveness if there are no measurement standards? 18:23 - What's included when companies report on their corporate citizenship efforts?  20:43 - How do companies improve their storytelling and what do they need to consider? 25:31 - Future trends and opportunities in corporate citizenship measurement and reporting? Connect with Andrew Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjjones1985/ Learn more about The Conference Board: Conference-board.org Music by https://youtube.com/ikson  @iksonmusic

In today's episode, you'll learn about the unique challenges and opportunities for social impact in Rural America. We chat with Andrew Jones, a senior researcher at the Conference Board, and delve into the state of philanthropy in rural America, explore the socioeconomic issues corporations are addressing, and highlight the key partnerships needed to scale social impact efforts.  Timestamp of our Discussion: 1:12 - Defining the term "Rural America" 3:27 - What are common societal challenges facing rural areas in the US? 5:47 - Migration from rural to urban centers? 7:14 - State of philanthropy and corporate citizenship in Rural America 9:41 - Challenges companies face impacting and scaling their corporate citizenship efforts in rural areas? 12:34- What are the key social, economic, socioeconomic issues companies are addressing in their rural corporate citizenship efforts? 15:51 - Impact of remote work on social impact efforts in Rural America?  17:26 - What are the key partnerships that companies need to drive and scale social impact in rural America–including the public sector? Connect with Andrew Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjjones1985/ Music by https://youtube.com/ikson @iksonmusic

In today's video, we rewind to a previous episode how corporate citizenship has evolved over the past year and how practitioners should adapt their programs going forward. We talk with Chris Jarvis,  discuss how world events have shifted corporate giving to focus more on social justice causes and long-term humanitarian crises. We discuss tangible ways companies can better integrate environmental justice and equity into their corporate citizenship strategies. We also tackle the challenges in implementing these initiatives, like addressing unconscious bias in funding structures. Finally, you'll learn key strategies to create a truly inclusive partner ecosystem and educate employees to become agents of change. Timestamp of our discussion: 0:00 - Intro 1:28 - How has corporate citizenship changed over the past year? 3:46 - Will the changes in the past year remain or revert back? 9:28 - How to create experiences for more impactful engagement 13:41 - What every social impact professional should be thinking right now? 17:53 - What are employees expecting from their social impact programs? 20:30 - Do corporate citizenship practitioners create programs in stages? 23:39 - What makes a modern social impact program difficult to implement? 27:09 - Advice for corporate citizenship practitioners just starting their programs Connect with Chris Jarvis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisjarviscan/ Music by https://youtube.com/ikson @iksonmusic

A senior leader with a career spanning more than 25 years, Carol has built a credible reputation, known for her strong inclusive leadership, operational excellence, track record, innovative problem solving, strong relationships, communication, team building, personal integrity and business ethics. Carol has significant experience in global complex multi-tiered environments. Skilled in Sales and Business Leadership, Sales Coaching and Enablement, Digital Transformation, Customer and Employee Experience, Business and Process Envisioning, Partner Management and Executive Engagement. Carol brings this experience to Akkodis as our VP of Sales and Growth operating across our business. Carol is a Change Champion, leading and challenging teams to transform traditional models to think bigger with a laser focus on impact, experiences, continuous improvement, and value creation. A supporter of Women in IT, STEM and a passionate advocate for Responsible Business, Corporate Citizenship, Sustainability and Diversity, Equity, Justice and Inclusion to make a genuine Human and Social Impact.   Carol is a non-executive director for Fortem Australia.  Fortem Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that supports the mental health and wellbeing of first responder families – the people who protect and care for Australian communities.   Connect with Carol via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/carol-gobby/ Head to Akkodis website HERE

In this special episode made by one of our student podcast fellows, NYU Graduate Student Justin Lee speaks with Hedieh Fakhriyazadi, the chief diversity officer at White & Case LLP. They discuss the panel that opened the doors to corporate philanthropy, how our values show up in our careers and at work, and the challenge of gaining stakeholder buy-in. Hedieh Fakhriyazadi is the chief diversity officer at White & Case LLP where she works to help build a diverse work environment and nurture a culture of inclusion across their global offices, clients, and community partners.  As an Adjunct Associate Professor of Public Service at NYU Wagner's Graduate School of Public Service, she teaches a course on Corporate Philanthropy where she guides emerging nonprofit professionals on the best practices for partnering with corporations to create meaningful social outcomes. She also currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the United Way of New York City, the Iranian Women's Foundation, and the Boston College Center for Corporate Citizenship. For a full transcript of this episode, please email ⁠career.communications@nyu.edu⁠.

Corporations used to consider themselves as having one constituent: the shareholder. That has changed. Engaging with the communities where corporations have operations, where their supply chains are located, and with society in general, is critical to be effective in today's business climate.    In this episode of CEO Perspectives Jeff Hoffman, the Institute Leader of Corporate Citizenship & Philanthropy at the ESG Center, joins President and CEO Steve Odland, both of The Conference Board, to discuss the evolution of the function and what it takes to align initiatives with the business in complex political and social contexts.    Tune in to find out:   • How has corporate citizenship evolved over time?   • What are the biggest challenges in navigating the complex landscape of social issues and political polarization?  • How can companies ensure their corporate citizenship efforts are strategic and aligned with their overall business goals?   • How can companies leverage their resources and influence to make a meaningful impact?  •  What are the key trends shaping the future of corporate citizenship and philanthropy?      For more Trusted Insights for What's Ahead:   ·  Read From Crisis to Opportunity: Corporate Citizenship and Philanthropy in 2023  · Read Corporate Citizenship in a Time of Uncertainty  ·  Visit our ESG Center 

What does it take to be exceptional? Why haven't we closed the gap if diversity has proven to create a more robust and resilient culture and greater profitability? Does that mean others must stand down if you stand for diversity and inclusion?  How can you create or contribute to a culture of excellence if the people you count on work remotely?  How can an individual make a difference in a world with many headwinds?  What does having privilege mean, and why should it be surrendered for the benefit of others?  Where do I find trust and a sense of belonging?  I am a parent of young children. What education or career do they pursue when AI is stripping away the value and contribution of humans? I have so many questions about the future of work.  I started looking for answers, and a name that came up several times was Dr. Georgette Zinaty. I am glad she agreed to join me on Chatter that Matters.  I didn't hold back; she answered my questions with clarity and passion.  Dr. Georgette Zinaty is a leadership and diversity expert, the author of the book ‘Why Not You' and the founder of Women Helping Empower Women (WHEW!), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women leaders and promoting diversity.  She is also a TED speaker and Forbes contributor.  This week, she started a new role as Chief of Staff at Myant, a disruptive company driving innovation in advanced material science, integrated systems, and advanced manufacturing to empower a future where humans, animals and the planet coexist harmoniously. Andrea Barrack, Senior Vice President and lead champion of Corporate Citizenship and ESG at RBC joins the show and we discuss the role that organizations can and must play to ensure everyone, regardless of ethnicity or gender has a seat at the table.  We also talk about some of the challenges facing society and what can be done through our collective efforts. I hope you enjoy both these conversation as much as the learning I garnered from them.   To buy Georgette Zinaty's book Why Not You:  www.whewwomen.com  100% of the proceeds go to support her non-profit Women Helping Empower Women   If you don't have time for the entire episode here are my favourite spots. I don't have what it takes to lead – 01:00 Dr. Georgette Zinaty Intro 02:35 Dr. Georgette Zinaty Challenges Tony Chapman. 03:04 Tony asks Georgette – did I give my Niece the right advice?  06:38 Remote Working and Culture:  07:21 We learn about Georgette's childhood. 10:11 Those kinds of skills don't expire:  16:51 Importance of Mentorship 19:21 AI and the Importance of Community. 21:43 Does diversity mean your son has to stand down?  25:28 A big idea for all youth – Personal Advisory Board 28:15 What should I do with my privilege? 30:22 We talk about her book:  What about you? 32:35 Will AI replace you? 37:59 Gender Gap is widening, why?  47:47 Tony's Three Takeaways 49:21 Andrea Barrack joins the show. 51:36. Trust is falling in institutions. 53:00 What is our North Star   53:56 Hollowing out the middle class 55:00 What must be done to close the gap?  55:33 Government alone isn't the solution. 57:00

Chris Pinney, is President and CEO of High Meadows Institute. Chris analyzes and writes about the role of business in today's world and in tomorrow's. While most of us accept our daily interactions with companies like Google and JPMorgan Chase, Chris thinks about the fact that these firms and many others have more impact on our day to day lives than government. He then analyzes the implications both for those businesses and for society.Prior to High Meadows, Chris held a string of positions where he also looked at business and business leadership from a variety of angles. He was president of the Boston-based Alliance for Business Leadership, a Senior Fellow at the Aspen Institute Business and Society Program, Director of Research and Policy and Executive Education at the Boston College Carroll School of Management's Center for Corporate Citizenship, and Director of the Imagine Program, a Canadian initiative focused on business leadership.

“Companies are not just being more strategic about corporate social impact, but are taking on the role of activists themselves. Consumers and employees now expect companies to be vocal and to protect the rights of our people and our planet. CEOs are the voices of companies and can no longer remain neutral and silent as our world grapples with serious challenges.” Susan McPherson, McPherson Memo  Company leaders are in a quandary. They want their organizations to be seen as good corporate citizens but they don't know how to deal with the complicated, emotionally-charged and overlapping crises we are all facing today. The barbaric attack on innocent Israelis by Hamas on October 7th and the massive military response by Israel on Gaza alone – on top of the war in Ukraine and attacks on democracy from American influentials and climate change – are paralyzing many private sector leaders. What should they do?  Listen to Susan McPherson, CEO of McPherson Strategies and highly-regarded veteran communications leader, explain how leaders should/could manage this fraught time in this candid and powerful conversation with Electric Ladies Podcast host Joan Michelson. You'll hear: What a good corporate citizen really is. What “green hushing” is and where it's coming from – and how it's not anti-ESG. How to respond to complicated geopolitical crises How to be an authentic leader and who are some role models for that. Plus, insightful career advice, such as…. “it's doing an internal audit of yourself and learning what your superpowers are, and then being able to show up in the world, offering support to others. And I guarantee you, the support will come back. It may not be the next day, it may not be the next week, but over the arc of your career and connecting is hard….(and) Lead with kindness, lead with compassion, listen more than you speak.” Susan McPherson on Electric Ladies podcast   Read Joan's Forbes articles here. You'll also want to listen to: ·       Isabelle Grosmaitre, Goodness & Co. – on the tipping point business is at today and how good corporate leaders and boards can deal with it. ·       Heather Boushey, Member of the White House Council of Economic Advisors, on the economy and leadership ·       Natalie Jaresko, former finance minister of Ukraine, on the power of ESG in geopolitics, good business and climate change Michele Wucker, thought leaders and author of “You Are What You Risk: The New Art & Science to Navigating an Uncertain World.” ·       Sandrine Dixson-Decléve, Co-president of the Club of Rome (global leaders) and Ambassador to the Climate Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our podcasts, blog, events and special coaching offers.. Thanks for subscribing on Apple Podcasts or iHeartRadio and leaving us a review! Follow us on Twitter @joanmichelson   and @electricgalspod

Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova.    This week I'm thrilled to air a Reload episode with the wonderful Roger Martin.    In 2017, Roger was named the world's #1 management thinker by Thinkers50, a biannual ranking of the most influential global business thinkers. He is a trusted strategy advisor to the CEOs of companies worldwide including Procter & Gamble, Lego, and Ford. He is also a Professor Emeritus at the Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto where he served as Dean from 1998-2013, Academic Director of the Michael Lee-Chin Family Institute for Corporate Citizenship from 2004-2019 and Institute Director of the Martin Prosperity Institute from 2013-2019. In 2013, he was named global Dean of the Year by the leading business school website, Poets & Quants. His newest book is When More is Not Better: Overcoming America's Obsession with Economic Efficiency.    THIS EPISODE IS PERFECT FOR… leaders looking to find a productive balance between purpose and profits.     TODAY'S MAIN MESSAGE… Roger and I discuss his new book and the history of American economics. For the first 200 years of the American economy, we witnessed a truly impressive performance and the economic life of the average American family got better. But, in recent decades, growth in the economic prosperity of the average family in America has slowed to a crawl. At the same time, the prosperity of America's richest families has grown to a level never seen before. This combination of the stagnation of the average family and the enrichment of the richest Americans threatens American democratic capitalism. Roger provides a unique viewpoint on what has changed and why the helpful pursuit of efficiency has turned into a damaging obsession. He also begins to lay out how to bring about more productive balance.    WHAT  I  LOVE  MOST… getting the opportunity to talk to Roger about a phenomenon that has become more apparent than ever in recent months!   Running Time: 42:20   Subscribe on iTunes   Find Tiffani on Social: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn   Find Roger Online: LinkedIn  Twitter    Roger's Book: When More is Not Better

Tune in for a panel discussion that I had the pleasure of moderating and participating in that was generously shared by the San Francisco Business Times: Business of Climate and Sustainability on the Bay Area. The panelists include Antoinette Mayer, Vice President of Corporate Citizenship at Blue Shield California, Nicole Kho, Director of Sustainability at Gilead, and Maura Fallon-McKnight, Executive Director of the Business Council on Climate Change.   We're discussing why climate change is a global health emergency, how California is planning to start holding companies to accountable for their carbon output, and we're discussing how companies can deliver shareholder value while reducing their environmental footprint.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://sensiba.com/resources/

Welcome to the forefront of corporate citizenship, where the Civic 50, an initiative by Points of Light, stands as a beacon for businesses. For the past 11 years, Points of Light has recognized the 50 most community-minded companies through a rigorous annual survey. Only a few companies, including Citi and Hasbro, have been honored every year.For honorees, it's not just a badge of recognition but a strategic advantage, offering insights into where they stand relative to competitors and how to enhance their social impact. And for those businesses yet to participate, it serves as a blueprint for how to align their time, talent, and resources for impactful social change within both their operations and communities.We invited Kevin Colman, Senior Director of Global Philanthropy and Social Impact at Hasbro and President of the Hasbro Foundation, and Brandee McHale, Head of Community Investing and Development at Citi and President of Citi Foundation, to share practical advice and examples for how leading companies embed social responsibility and community impact into their business strategies and cultures.Listen for insights on:Connecting highly innovative social impact initiatives to business valuesSupporting grantees in the impact data collection processCompleting the Civic 50 survey — and what you have to gain from submitting itResources + Links:Kevin Colman's LinkedInBrandee McHale's LinkedInCivic 50The 2024 Civic 50 Survey (00:00) - Welcome to Purpose 360 (00:13) - Hasbro and Citi – The Civic 50 Award (03:17) - Kevin and Hasbro (04:41) - Brandee and Citi (06:01) - What Drives Your Passion? (10:01) - Importance of Civic 50 (12:26) - Influencing Behaviors (13:54) - Volunteering (16:26) - Citi Initiatives (19:44) - Bridge Built by Citi Platform (22:09) - Hasbro Initiatives (23:39) - Play as Principle (24:48) - Measurement Tools (29:08) - Considerations to Entering (32:03) - Communication (33:41) - Last Thoughts (36:06) - Wrap Up

Join Rachel Kraus and Caryl Stern as they "Play on Purpose" and examine the intersection of purpose and business in the sports industry. This episode, VP of Corporate Citizenship at ESPN Kevin Martinez takes us through his work building bridges between corporate growth and social responsibility.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Each year Samsung hosts a national competition for public schools grades 6–12 in which students are asked to consider how science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) can be used to create change in their communities. 2023 is the 14th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, and with the help of their teachers, students compete to win up to $100,000 in prizes for their school, plus the opportunity to work with Samsung employees to develop their prototypes. Middle and high school teachers can apply for the 14th Annual 2023-2024 Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition! On this episode, Ann Woo, Senior Director of Corporate Citizenship at Samsung Electronics America shares info about what's new in this year's competition, including a new national "Rising Entrepreneurship Award," valued at $25,000 for a single winning school. To learn more about the annual contest, and for official contest rules, please visit samsung.com/solvefortomorrow. Registration generally begins each September. (Listen to Ep 232 &  Ep 217 for more ideas & info from Ann and contest winning teachers and Ep 246 for a conversation with Ann about the future of STEM education)Connect with Solve for Tomorrow :Website samsung.com/solvefortomorrowEmail solvefortomorrow@sea.samsung.comTwitter/X @SamsungNewsUSInstagram @solvefortomorrowFacebook facebook.com/SamsungSolveForTomorrowChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website: dailystem.comTwitter/X: @dailystemInstagram: @dailystemYouTube: youtubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

In today's episode, we explore the current state of corporate citizenship and why just employee engagement may not be the best way businesses should be supporting non-profits and communities. We discuss the ROI of non-profits in a corporate partnership and non-financial resources companies can use to help their non-profit and cause partners. Timestamp of our discussion: 0:54 - The State of Corporate Citizenship 6:06 - How companies can engage non-profits in more authentic ways 10:44 - Focusing on outputs vs. outcomes 12:39 - Other ways companies can support their community and/or causes 15:42 - Gaps in companies relationships with non-profits 17:11 - What is the ROI for a non-profit in a corporate partnership 18:55 - Most impactful way a company can help a nonprofit 21:00 - ROI is for nonprofits engaged in corporate partnerships 25:28 - Non-financial resources companies can use to help nonprofits? Music by https://youtube.com/ikson  @iksonmusic

0:00 -- Intro.3:45 -- Start of interview.5:09 -- Leo's "origin story".  His focus on public service, and work for then Delaware Governor (now U.S. Senator) Tom Carper.9:41 -- On his time at Skadden's Wilmington office.11:52 -- On his time at the Delaware Court of Chancery and as Chief Justice of the Delaware Supreme Court. 15:32-- His views on the evolution (and strengths) of the Delaware Court of Chancery. Its symbiosis with the SEC. "The courts in Delaware are not infected by partisanship." "Our brand is everything." "Delaware is not a tax haven."24:40 -- On companies leaving Delaware or the US (via inversions). "We do not impede the flow of capital."28:34 -- Why he wrote his new paper "Good Corporate Citizenship We Can All Get Behind?: Toward A Principled, Non-Ideological Approach To Making Money The Right Way." (December 7, 2022). 78 Bus. Law. 329 (2023), "The old word for ESG was CSR, this is not a new debate." "ESG is a proxy for good corporate citizenship, it's about making money the right way."38:28 -- His proposed Model of Good, Non-Ideological Corporate Citizenship.  "Make money without making harm". Reference to paper "Companies Should Maximize Shareholder Welfare Not Market Value" by Hart & Zingales. 44:49 -- On corporate political spending. "Corporate law has often policed conflict transactions." The role of the board in this process. The function of independent directors. Jack Bogle: "Institutional investors should insist that the proxy statement of each company in which they invest contain the following: Resolved: That the corporation shall make no political contributions without the approval of the holders of at least 75 percent of its shares outstanding.” "Citizens United is sort of a white whale of mine." "I would like to see Profs Lucian Bebchuk, Rob Jackson and Frank Partnoy push shareholder proposals to curb corporate political spending."58:16 -- On institutional investors' role (and challenges) in corporate governance. "I don't like the fact that [large asset managers] may be trying to escape their responsibility by passing through the voting." "With power should come responsibility."1:08:27 -- The complexity of climate change discourse: "actuaries and scientists agree on this problem." "Thanksgiving dinner behavior needs to be where we are on the business community."1:12:03 --  The books that have greatly influenced his life: Down and Out in Paris and London, by George Orwell (1933)Road to Wigan Pier, by George Orwell (1937)Simple books that his parents gave him when he was a child.1:14:30 --  His mentors, and what he learned from them: The two judges that he clerked for, Rod Ward (founder and longtime leader of Skadden's Wilmington office), Senator Tom Carper, his colleagues at the Delaware Chancery Court, Marty Lipton, Bob Clark and Michael Wachter, his wife.1:18:30 -- Quotes he thinks of often or lives his life by: "Clown time is over." (Elvis Costello). "Be yourself, unless of course you are an asshole, in which case be someone else."1:20:23 --   An unusual habit or an absurd thing that he loves: Lyrics. "I have stuck in my head pretty much every pop song of the 1970s" ("life is stuck in two decades: for me, it's the 1970s and the 1990s"). 1:23:13 --   The living person he most admires: the people who do the hardest jobs with no public glory. Leo E Strine, Jr. is Of Counsel in the Corporate Department at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz.  Prior to joining the firm, he was the Chief Justice of the Delaware Supreme Court from early 2014 through late 2019.  Before becoming the Chief Justice, he served on the Delaware Court of Chancery as Chancellor since June 22, 2011, and as a Vice Chancellor since November 9, 1998.__ You can follow Evan on social media at:Twitter: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__You can join as a Patron of the Podcast at:Patreon: patreon.com/BoardroomGovernancePod__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License

Lain leads strategic philanthropy for Intuit and Mailchimp. His team invests more than $4 million annually in small and medium nonprofit organizations. His team also leads purpose marketing efforts for Mailchimp, delivering projects that seamlessly blend creativity, philanthropy, and brand purpose. Before building the corporate responsibility function at Mailchimp, Lain was a nonprofit executive and oversaw Mailchimp's sponsorship work as the company's brand marketing manager. Lain currently serves on the board of the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership and can often be found toting his daughters around on an e-bike.  

Sometimes the best way to stay true to your brand values is, counter-intuitively, to make some changes. That's why one company is forging ahead on a mission to keep the planet cool– while keeping the people on it warm. Gavin Thompson is the Senior Vice President of Corporate Citizenship at Canada Goose, one of the world's leading manufacturers of extreme weather outerwear dedicated to purpose-driven innovation and values-driven, sustainable growth. In this episode, he shares how to level up your sustainability credentials in ways that build brand reputation, trust, and sales, and how to engage suppliers, employees, and consumers to inspire your whole industry to raise its game.   Lead With We is Produced by Goal 17 Media - https://goal17media.com Gavin Thompson: Gavin Thompson is a passionate corporate and public affairs leader with over 20 years of experience in regulated industries and high-profile matters of public interest. As Vice President of Corporate Citizenship at Canada Goose, Gavin is committed to bettering the world, leading the brand's environmental, social and corporate governance work. He oversees the execution of its Sustainable Impact Strategy and all corporate social responsibility initiatives. Gavin is known for making a significant impact on the success of an organization with integrity and guiding teams that earn the respect and trust of communities, customers, businesses and industry partners. Prior to joining Canada Goose in 2018, he served as Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Molson Coors and previously held director positions in Community Affairs and Corporate Citizenship at TD Bank and Microsoft. Gavin received a Bachelor of Arts at University of Victoria in Political Science and History.   Resources: Learn more about Canada Goose at: https://www.canadagoose.com Connect with Gavin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geetee/ Visit leadwithwe.com to learn more about Simon's new book or search for "Lead With We" on Amazon, Google Books, or Barnes & Noble.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The State of STEM Education survey was released by Samsung Solve for Tomorrow on March 23, 2023.  The positive impacts that U.S. public schools and their communities enjoy from STEM programs were underscored in a new survey conducted among some of the nation's leading middle and high school STEM educators. Nearly 60% of teachers indicate that although teaching STEM is challenging, it offers educators unique rewards by engaging their student's curiosity and enhancing their motivation.Teachers also responded that implementing the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) techniques utilized in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow STEM projects helped counteract the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on education at their schools. Each year Samsung hosts a national competition for public schools grades 6–12 in which students are asked to consider how science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) can be used to create change in their communities. 2022 marked the 13th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, and with the help of their teachers, students competed to win up to $100,000 in prizes for their school, plus the opportunity to work with Samsung employees to develop their prototypes. To learn more about the annual contest, and for official contest rules, please visit samsung.com/solvefortomorrow. Registration generally begins each September.“We have seen the incredible projects that have emerged from the minds of students through this contest, and we cannot wait to see the ideas that come to life this year that will undoubtedly ignite lasting impact on communities while reducing our collective impact on the planet,” said Ann Woo, Senior Director of Corporate Citizenship at Samsung Electronics America. To reach out to Samsung with any ideas/questions, email solvefortomorrow@sea.samsung.com(Listen to Ep 232 &  Ep 217 for more ideas & info from Ann and contest winning teachers)Connect with Solve for Tomorrow :Website samsung.com/solvefortomorrowEmail solvefortomorrow@sea.samsung.comTwitter @SamsungNewsUSInstagram @solvefortomorrowFacebook facebook.com/SamsungSolveForTomorrowChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website: dailystem.comTwitter: @dailystemInstagram: @dailystemYouTube: youtubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

This is the final episode of our three-part leadership series, where we bring you insights, tips and stories from three social impact leaders who have made their mark in the business and nonprofit sectors. Artis Stevens, President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of AmericaKevin Martinez, VP of Corporate Citizenship at ESPNJulie Breckenkamp, VP of National Strategic Partnerships at CMN Hospitals Each of these leaders offers their advice, shares mistakes they've made, and discuss how they take care of their well-being and support their teams and what's on the horizon in our field.In today's episode, EFG's Alli Murphy chats with Julie Breckenkamp. As VP of National Strategic Partnerships, Julie focuses on strategic direction with her team and partners to deliver over 200 million dollars in corporate fundraising yearly to 170 CMN Hospitals in the US and Canada.With over 18 years of corporate fundraising experience, Julie is an expert in fundraising growth, strategy, corporate social responsibility and event management. She has created best practices in maximizing partnerships and has grown corporate fundraising at CMN Hospitals each year. She specializes in understanding her partners' businesses and creating growth opportunities to complement their business goals.This episode is packed with valuable insights and tips for anyone interested in leadership and social impact!In today's episode, we'll explore:Lessons Julie learned along her leadership journeyHow she focuses on her wellbeingThe value of watching, listening and learning as a leaderThe Enneagram and how she gets to know her teamThe trends CSR and social impact pros should be paying attention toHer advice for those looking to grow in their careersWhat she'll talk about at #EFG2023And so much more!Links & NotesChildren's Miracle Network HospitalsJulie Breckenkamp LinkedInSimon Sinek Leadership QuoteEFG2023Season 10, Ep21: Why CMN Hospitals Said To Corporate Partners, “Kids Can't Wait”Elevate Your Social ImpactCheck out our annual conference!Sign up for Engage for Good's newsletterCheck out past podcast episodesAccess free resourcesCheck out our monthly webinarsLet Alli know what you think of the show! (00:00) - Welcome to Engage for Good (02:22) - Introducing Julie Breckenkamp (05:36) - Favorite Mistakes (07:55) - Gaining Leadership Buy-in (11:01) - The Coming Year (14:20) - EFG 2023 (16:22) - Challenges (19:39) - Priorities (22:20) - Empowering Staff (24:59) - Charting Trends (27:58) - Advice (30:51) - The Teaming Model (32:06) - Important Attributes for Leaders (33:34) - Showing Pride (35:18) - Learn More

This is part two of our leadership series, where we bring you insights, tips, and stories from three social impact leaders who have made their mark in the business and nonprofit sectors.Artis Stevens, President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America  Kevin Martinez, VP of Corporate Citizenship at ESPN  Julie Breckenkamp, Vice President of National Strategic Partnerships at CMN HospitalsEach of these leaders offers their advice, shares mistakes they've made, discuss how they take care of their well-being and support their teams, and what's on the horizon in our field.In today's episode, EFG's Alli Murphy speaks with Kevin Martinez. As VP of Corporate Citizenship, he oversees all aspects of the company's citizenship initiatives, including corporate giving, volunteerism, cause marketing, and sustainability.As an industry veteran, Kevin is responsible for ESPN's strategic programs that enable both greater access to sports and leadership through sports. He leads ESPN's sponsorship of Special Olympics, which has helped more than 1.6 million athletes, teammates and coaches join the Unified Sports movement.He also manages ESPN's ongoing collaboration and fundraising efforts with the V Foundation, which have generated nearly $100 million toward cancer research programs.Additionally, Kevin and ESPN received the 2023 Golden Halo Award for business, our highest honor for companies and causes engaged in activities that build a better world and the bottom line.This episode is packed with valuable insights and tips for anyone interested in leadership and social impact; and you'll learn a lot about Kevin's leadership journey and the impact of his work at ESPN.In today's episode, we'll explore:What Kevin has learned along his leadership journey  How he focuses on his well-being How he took traits that could have held him back and turned them into strengths  Why culture eats strategy for lunch  The trends CSR and social impact pros should be paying attention to  His advice for those looking to grow in their careers  What he'll be talking about at #EFG202And so much more! Links & NotesKevin Martinez LinkedInESPN Corporate CitizenshipESPN InstagramDune Litany Against FearEFG Conference May 16 - 18, 2023Elevate Your Social ImpactCheck out our annual conference!Sign up for Engage for Good's newsletterCheck out past podcast episodesAccess free resourcesCheck out our monthly webinarsLet Alli know what you think of the show! (00:00) - Welcome to Engage for Good (01:02) - Introducing Kevin Martinez (07:46) - Favorite Mistakes (11:10) - Gaining Leadership Buyin (14:41) - Big Objectives for 2023 (17:59) - The Golden Halo (19:37) - Making Well-Being a Priority (23:43) - "Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch" (28:47) - Trends in CSR and Social Impact (40:08) - Learn More

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato first talks with Rick Thigpen, Senior VP, Corporate Citizenship, PSEG about prominent leaders who have passed away but whom have left a legacy in the state of New Jersey, including Rev. Dr. Samuel Howard Woodson, Jr., Senator Wynona Lipman and NJ Assemblyman John S. Watson. Then, … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Rick Thigpen and Francis Giantomasi

This episode marks the start of our 3-part leadership series, where we'll share tips, insights, and stories from three social impact leaders across the business and nonprofit landscape.Artis Stevens, President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of AmericaKevin Martinez, VP of Corporate Citizenship at ESPNJulie Breckenkamp, Vice President of National Strategic Partnerships at CMN HospitalsWe'll weave together their leadership journeys, advice to listeners, mistakes they've made and what they've learned from them, how they take care of their well-being and support their teams, and what's on the horizon in the year ahead.In today's conversation, EFG's Alli Murphy chats with Artis Stevens. Artis brings 25 years of leadership in the positive youth development sector. With a diverse background in bridging innovative marketing, fundraising, and program strategies, he has generated awareness and revenue to drive greater impact for youth, families, and communities in need. His passion for building purpose-driven brands and cultivating talent has inspired partnerships with more than 60 of the most well-known brands in the country.He's also the “world's best dad,” a husband, father, coach, and leader. Alli and Artis will dive into his background, who he is inside and outside of work, and what you can learn from his journey.Artis and BBBSA are the recipient of the 2023 Golden Halo Award for nonprofits - our highest honor for companies and causes engaged in activities that build a better world and the bottom line.In today's episode, we'll explore:Artis' leadership journey and what he's learned along the wayHow to gain leadership buy-inThe trends CSR and social impact pros should be paying attention toArtis' advice for those looking to grow in their careersWhat he'll be talking about at #EFG2023The importance of leading with empathyAnd so much more!Links & NotesBig Brothers Big Sisters WebsiteArtis Steven LinkedInArtis Steven TwitterArtis Steven InstagramSeason 11, Ep 11: JEDI, Mentorship & Corporate Partners With Artis StevensElevate Your Social ImpactCheck out our annual conference!Sign up for Engage for Good's newsletterCheck out past podcast episodesAccess free resourcesCheck out our monthly webinarsLet Alli know what you think of the show! (00:00) - Welcome to Engage for Good (00:59) - Introducing Artis (06:39) - Lessons Learned from Mistakes Made (21:33) - Objectives for '23 (27:24) - Artis on the EFG Stage (30:20) - Prioritizing Well-Being (38:49) - Today's Leaders (40:34) - Learn More

In this Partnering Leadership conversation, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Debbi Jarvis, Vice President & Chief Communications Officer at AltaGas.  Debbi Jarvis talked about the impact of her upbringing as a Midwestern girl from Kalamazoo, Michigan. How her sales career led her to pursue journalism and becoming a TV anchor, eventually bringing her to Washington, DC. Debbi Jarvis went on to share about her transition to Pepco, why she was asked to start a Corporate Social Responsibility group while there, and the need for CSR in organizations. Debbi Jarvis eventually went on to create Howard University's Office of Corporate Relations to focus on corporate relationship building and then was recruited as Chief Communications Officer of AltaGas, responsible for all corporate communications functions, focusing on the design and execution of a multifaceted communications strategy to promote Washington Gas and the broader AltaGas enterprise. Finally, Debbi shared the need for community engagement for leaders and organizations and how she prioritizes her community involvement to have the most significant impact possible.  Some Highlights:- Debbi Jarvis on how she ended up in sales and the lessons learned from her early sales career- Cheerleading in roles, including as a professional cheerleader for the Cincinnati Bengals- Transferring sales skills to the newsroom and becoming an anchor- Debbi Jarvis on her move to DC, interviewing Charlene Drew Jarvis and meeting Ernie Jarvis- Helping establish Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Pepco- Establishing Howard University's Office of Corporate Relations to focus on corporate relationship building - Communications at Washington Gas (AltaGas)- Why and how to prioritize needs in the communityMentioned:Partnering Leadership conversation with Dr. Charlene Drew JarvisPartnering Leadership conversation with Ernie Jarvis Connect with Debbi Jarvis:Debbi Jarvis on LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website

Building Leadership for the Love of the Game This installment of The Axis Effect features Kevin Martinez, VP of Corporate Citizenship for ESPN. Dedicating his career to bringing communities together and helping companies give back to the world, Martinez has worked with numerous companies to create a better world for everyone. Currently working at ESPN, Martinez plays a role in many of the company's humanitarian projects, including their sponsorship of Special Olympics, efforts towards cancer research, and programs dedicated to reducing bullying worldwide. Martinez discusses how his teams have worked to end the cycle of bullying and inequality among people who experience injustices and the power sports have to bring communities together. To learn a more, tune in to “Get Ready for Some Football.”

In this episode, we spoke about Donald Trump's NFT, the current state of Crypto, Binance, Kevin O'Leary and other celebrities' involvement in FTX, and we went over the best ways to not get scammed. We also spoke with Ally's Director of Corporate Citizenship, Demetrius Scott. #crypto #trump #ftx Monthly Investment Deal: https://www.earnyourleisure.com/pages...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, hosts Seeun and Eamon spoke to Professor Jeffrey Bellows, the Vice President of Corporate Citizenship and Public Affairs at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. Blue Cross Blue Shield insures one in three Americans and often leads by example through its corporate social responsibility efforts. Professor Bellows also teaches in the Business Law and Society department at Boston College's Carroll School of Management. Listen to hear Professor Bellows discuss the importance of CSR in the workplace, his role at Blue Cross Blue Shield, and how he translates these values to his teaching style at Boston College. Check back in next week for new episodes!