Events

Deepen Your Shared Value Knowledge at #SVLeaders 2018

On May 1-2, 2018 business leaders from around the world will convene at the 2018 Shared Value Leadership Summit at the Conrad New York to discuss the role business can play in providing scalable solutions to society's greatest challenges. The Summit features keynote speakers including: Hillary Rodham Clinton - Former U.S. Secretary of State; Michael Porter - Bishop William Lawrence Professor, Harvard Business School; Jennifer Dulski - Head of Groups & Communities, Facebook; Raj Shah: President, The Rockefeller Foundation; and Deval Patrick: Managing Director - Bain Capital Double Impact.

AI & Technology

FCA US Invites Automotive Suppliers to Take Their Best Shot in “Pitch Pit”

In conjunction with SAE, FCA US will set up “Pitch Pit” April 10 – 11, 2018. There, in private meetings with FCA US purchasing and engineering representatives, suppliers who might not otherwise have such an opportunity will tout their innovations and products in an energetic setting.

Philanthropy

Atlas Copco Donates Brewing Equipment to Colorado State University's Fermentation Science and Technology Program

Atlas Copco, a leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions, recently donated new brewing equipment to support Colorado State University’s (CSU) Fermentation Science and Technology Degree Program. The oil-free air compressors, nitrogen generator, receiving tanks, electronic water drains and air filters will be used to keep the University’s campus brewery running efficiently and support research that requires specific anaerobic environments.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Q&A with Women Who Code’s Jennifer Tacheff on Women in Tech

Women of Silicon Valley brought together industry trailblazers last month to share their stories on the importance of female role models within the tech sphere. A significant discussion at the conference centered around creating strategies for addressing the gender gap, measuring the effectiveness of diversity and inclusion policies, and the need to push this topic to the forefront of business cultures. VMware had the opportunity to speak with conference presenter Jennifer Tacheff, vice president of partnerships and growth at Women Who Code, on her career journey and what it means to her to get more women involved in tech. Follow Jennifer on Twitter and learn more about her in the Q&A below.

Energy & Infrastructure

The Ray's Smart Road Dot Named Fast Company 2018 World Changing Ideas Award Finalist

Fast Company announced the winners of its World Changing Ideas Awards, which honor businesses, policies, projects, and concepts that offer innovative solutions to the issues facing humanity. The Ray’s smart road dot was selected for recognition as a World Changing Ideas finalist.

Environment

Q&A: How an Artist Turned a Lifetime of E-Waste Into a Stunning Celebration of Recycling

At South by Southwest in 2017, photographer Benjamin Von Wong learned that Dell was working with artists to raise awareness of the computer giant’s electronics recycling program, and he decided he wanted to participate.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Bold Investments Changing the Future of Social Good

Corporate Responsibility

Societal Megatrends and Business – Operating, Innovating and Growing in a Turbulent World

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) has a long history of examining risks, opportunities and trends that affect companies’ ability to operate profitably and sustainably.

Events

Sustainable Brands and Pixelis Announce Pan-European Conference Partnership

Sustainable Brands® recently announced a strategic partnership with Pixelis, a branding agency based in Paris, France committed to design, innovation and sustainability. Sustainable Brands has partnered with Pixelis to produce the pan-European conference, SB’18 Paris, in April of 2019.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

RMI and GRI Partner to Enhance Reporting on Responsible Minerals Sourcing from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas

The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) today announced a project to help improve companies’ minerals sourcing due diligence and impact reporting by providing reporting resources and tools based on internationally recognized frameworks.

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IWBI | Workplace Wellness

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Collaboration and Partnership

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Policy and Regulation

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Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator

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KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service

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Disaster Relief

During times of natural disaster and other events Verizon will provide emergency relief to the area(s) impacted.

Health in Action

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