Organizational Governance

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

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Organizational Governance
Strong Bipartisan Support in US for Corporate Climate, DEI Action
Strong Bipartisan Support in US for Corporate Climate, DEI Action
Published on April 22, 2025
About a 4 minute read

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

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Supply ChainOrganizational Governance
Investing in People Yields Dividends in Supply Chain Resilience
Investing in People Yields Dividends in Supply Chain Resilience
Published on April 16, 2025
About a 5 minute read

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

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Organizational Governance
As the US Renounces the Clean Economy, Smart Companies Can Carry On
As the US Renounces the Clean Economy, Smart Companies Can Carry On
Published on April 7, 2025
About a 5 minute read

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

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Organizational Governance
Navigating Disruption and Driving Impact with Social Purpose
Navigating Disruption and Driving Impact with Social Purpose
Published on March 21, 2025
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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

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Organizational Governance
Becoming Net Positive: The Impetus for Effecting Systemic Change
Becoming Net Positive: The Impetus for Effecting Systemic Change
Published on March 21, 2025
About a 7 minute read

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

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Organizational Governance
Costco Stands Its Ground, Asserts Business Case for DEI
Costco Stands Its Ground, Asserts Business Case for DEI
Published on January 3, 2025
About a 5 minute read

Costco has set a great example of finding the value in values — and a precedent that hopefully many more companies will follow. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
Divided Americans Unite in Call for People-First Approach to Business
Divided Americans Unite in Call for People-First Approach to Business
Published on December 27, 2024
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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

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Organizational Governance
Tales of ESG's Demise Are Greatly Exaggerated
Tales of ESG's Demise Are Greatly Exaggerated
Published on December 23, 2024
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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

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Organizational GovernanceCollaboration & Co-Creation
‘Impact Report’ Captures Leadership Insights on Equity, Sustainable Innovation
‘Impact Report’ Captures Leadership Insights on Equity, Sustainable Innovation
Published on December 19, 2024
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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

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Organizational Governance
An Ecosystem Approach Is Key When Designing Urban Forestry
An Ecosystem Approach Is Key When Designing Urban Forestry
Published on December 13, 2024
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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

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Organizational Governance
Corporate Purpose in a Post-Election US: A Call for Continued Leadership
Corporate Purpose in a Post-Election US: A Call for Continued Leadership
Published on December 12, 2024
About a 5 minute read

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

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Marketing & CommunicationsOrganizational Governance
Brands Are Walking Back Their ESG Commitments — Here’s Why They Should Be ‘Branding’ Them, Instead
Brands Are Walking Back Their ESG Commitments — Here’s Why They Should Be ‘Branding’ Them, Instead
Published on December 12, 2024
About a 4 minute read

At a time when many are retreating, staying the sustainability course with confidence, personality and authenticity will set brand leaders apart from the rest. ... View More

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Global PartnersOrganizational Governance
Sustainability Leaders Share Best Practices at SB Türkiye 2024
Sustainability Leaders Share Best Practices at SB Türkiye 2024
Published on December 4, 2024
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On September 17-18 at the Swissotel Bosphorus in Istanbul, global and local sustainability leaders shared insights into innovative business strategies, the use of AI, supply chain transformation, and brand-led cultural change. ... View More

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Finance & InvestmentOrganizational Governance
What ESG Backlash? Investors Staying the Course on Sustainability, Human Rights
What ESG Backlash? Investors Staying the Course on Sustainability, Human Rights
Published on December 3, 2024
About a 7 minute read

Day three of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 saw investors unmoved by the backlash against ESG investment — instead, redoubling efforts to understand risks and opportunities through better data and deeper engagement with stakeholders... View More

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Organizational GovernanceSupply Chain
Meaningful Supplier Partnerships Are Critical in Era of Human Rights Due Diligence
Meaningful Supplier Partnerships Are Critical in Era of Human Rights Due Diligence
Published on November 29, 2024
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Key takeaways from day two of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 included viewing impacted communities as ‘rights-holders’ — not stakeholders — to help bridge the power imbalance between larger, Global North companies and their Gl... View More

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Supply ChainOrganizational Governance
Voluntary vs Mandatory Human Rights Action: Is There a 'Smart Mix'?
Voluntary vs Mandatory Human Rights Action: Is There a 'Smart Mix'?
Published on November 26, 2024
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Day one of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 debated the validity of a ‘smart mix’ of both voluntary and regulatory action on business and human rights, when companies cannot succeed alone in combatting systemic problems. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
REI’s New Approach to Sizing, Design Raises Bar for Outdoor Industry Inclusion
REI’s New Approach to Sizing, Design Raises Bar for Outdoor Industry Inclusion
Published on November 5, 2024
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The Seattle-based outdoor outfitter has adopted one of the industry’s widest sizing ranges, which has knock-on benefits as it works towards its own set of environmental and social goals. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
Kindergarten Lunch Program Improves Child Nutrition in Vietnam
Kindergarten Lunch Program Improves Child Nutrition in Vietnam
Published on November 1, 2024
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The success of Morinaga Milk’s Smiles & Health for Children kindergarten lunch project in Vietnam provides a blueprint for the global company to expand its social impact to numerous other communities. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
DEI, Sustainability Teams Are Linchpins of Future-Proof Organizations
DEI, Sustainability Teams Are Linchpins of Future-Proof Organizations
Published on October 21, 2024
About a 8 minute read

Two rich discussions at SB’24 San Diego highlighted the importance of giving sustainability and DEI their rightful attention, resources and integration within successful corporate strategies. ... View More

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Organizational Governance
Why Purpose-Driven Companies Should Focus on Their Hybrid Work Culture
Why Purpose-Driven Companies Should Focus on Their Hybrid Work Culture
Published on October 18, 2024
About a 6 minute read

Companies have a line-item budget for technology and other critical business expenses. What is your line-item budget for supporting, nurturing and growing your employees? ... View More

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