How organizations are addressing the 'G' in ESG – striking the balance of maximizing long-term growth and value while safeguarding the interests of all stakeholders
For leaders questioning how to best meet this moment without alienating investors or overextending resources, here are 4 actionable strategies you can take. ... View More
Social purpose is becoming a practical way to clarify direction, energize culture, and build a stronger value proposition in a noisy and competitive market. ... View More
Intrepid business leaders are showing that small, intentional actions — even in the face of uncertainty — can create meaningful impact. ... View More
The backlash against fair-weather policies is a reminder: DEI isn’t a fad or a PR stunt; it’s a reflection of the world as it is, and the world consumers want to see. ... View More
Decades ago, a famous military strategist explained the strategic importance of benefiting others — and the disadvantage of being seen as acting only in your own interest. ... View More
Whether the goal is risk mitigation or regeneration, businesses know that the planet trumps politics — and it will trump their business, too, if they don’t act. ... View More
Investors now see purpose as a KPI for resilience: Purpose-led companies can better navigate disruption and retain stakeholder confidence in uncertain times. ... View More
If executed properly, nature targets reveal a far more comprehensive view of a company’s environmental impacts and dependencies — and can reveal new opportunities. ... View More
Take a pause to review what your company stands for and why — and ensure those foundational values remain in effect amidst the chaos. ... View More
In GlobeScan’s newest poll, over 70% of Americans – across parties and generations – want companies to stay the course on both DEI and climate action. ... View More
Future-proofing our global apparel-manufacturing business means investing in the people who power it — and arming ourselves with the right data to continuously improve. ... View More
What’s unfolding isn’t just a shift in policy — it’s a shift in market gravity. So, the question isn’t whether companies agree with these changes — it’s whether they’re ready for them. ... View More
Here are 7 practical tools and frameworks to help your business realize the potential of its purpose — and be a beacon of hope in a time that sorely needs it. ... View More
Capgemini calls on forward-thinking companies to leverage advanced technologies to drive bold action to contribute more to the planet than they take. ... View More
Costco has set a great example of finding the value in values — and a precedent that hopefully many more companies will follow. ... View More
Overall, there is a tremendous opportunity for corporate America to take a leadership role in tackling some of the country’s more intractable economic and societal challenges — and to become a positive, unifying force by doing so. ... View More
Whether we’re still calling it ESG 10 years from now, won’t our employees and customers expect some iteration of it? Companies that see the symbiosis between solid values and profitability drivers will make smart use of their resources and maximi... View More
At SB’24 San Diego, Bard College’s Impact Report Podcast gathered insights from a variety of leaders and innovators on building stakeholder trust, fostering inclusive decision-making; and taking meaningful action toward lasting, positive change. ... View More
Which trees you preserve and plant when you build a new building or expand your corporate footprint has an impact — not only on your property but also on the surrounding community. ... View More
Companies that continue directing their resources and influence to create meaningful impact will not just survive but grow during the upcoming administration. Our research shows that the US public are ready for this leadership — now, it's up to bus... View More