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Nielsen: Engaging Black Audiences

Research, Reports & Publications | Nielsen

SPOTLIGHT: Nielsen Study Connects Culture With the Bottom Line

A Nielsen study, which arrives just in time for Black History Month, serves as a reminder that Black history is being made every day. That’s increasingly true in the economic landscape, where Black America wields an outsized impact thanks to audiences that lead media engagement.

Diversity & Inclusion

Sands Hires Its First Corporate Team Member Through the Hiring Our Heroes Program

Las Vegas Sands

Research, Reports & Publications

Shareholder Activism: 2024 Year in Review

Nasdaq, Inc.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PotlatchDeltic Contributes to Heyburn Elementary Playground

PotlatchDeltic

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Diversity & Inclusion

Women in Tech at Principal®: Modernizing the Way We Work

Modernizing technology is all about reimagining how we enable business processes and how we improve customers’ experiences.

That’s Beth’s job. But she adds an element: Modernizing the way we work at Principal® and the makeup of our team.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Baker Tilly Case Study: Optimizing Procurement and Managed Services for a Public Contractor

The not-for-profit organization is a $2.5 billion public-sector contractor delivering research and development services across federal, state and local governments. It supports a range of U.S. agencies, including those in defense, homeland security, cybersecurity, aviation and he

Events, Media & Communications

Trane Launches "Cool Air, Hot Takes" Podcast for HVAC Professionals

Trane® – by Trane Technologies has launched "Cool Air, Hot Takes," a new podcast designed to equip Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) professionals with the knowledge and insights they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Resilience, Regionalization, and the Future of Supply Chains

DP World was proud to contribute to the conversation, offering perspectives on the strategic realignments businesses must undertake to navigate the complexities of 2025.

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Events, Media & Communications

Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth: 2025 Global Inclusive Growth Summit

This annual event, hosted by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, will explore how we can build strong growth and economic opportunity for all.

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Energy

Duke Energy Florida Highlights Program Rewarding Customers for Reducing Strain on Electric System During Periods of High Demand

With the summer months and sweltering temperatures quickly approaching, Duke Energy Florida is highlighting EnergyWise Home, a voluntary program that rewards customers with up to $141 in annual bill credits for enrolling select appliances.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A Look Behind Cisco Crisis Response

Today, connectivity is no longer a form of aid; instead, it’s often necessary to even receive aid. Beneficiary registration, digital cash, relief benefits, and social service applications all require secure connectivity— and Cisco helps deliver this essential need.

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Environment

Arbor Day Carbon Receives ‘Commitment to Quality’ Award From ACR

Arbor Day Carbon awarded for its 'Commitment to Quality' in the voluntary carbon market.

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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

DP World Delivers New Railcars, Advancing Dominican Republic’s Subway Expansion

DP World, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, has successfully delivered three new railcars for the Santo Domingo Metro expansion, reinforcing its position as a key logistics partner in the Dominican Republic’s infrastructure transformation.

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Energy

SoCalGas Announces First Renewable Natural Gas Contract Approved Under California Program

SoCalGas just inked a groundbreaking deal with Organic Energy Solutions to turn San Bernardino’s organic waste into renewable natural gas — marking the first contract approved under California’s historic renewable gas standard, SB 1440.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Elanco BEYOND Awards Recognize Exceptional Volunteer Efforts

As a purpose-driven organization, Elanco employees are focused on its customers and ensuring their work adds value to society, showcasing their commitment to improve the health of animals, people, and the planet.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating Black History Month: Sysco Teams Across the Nation Honor Black Excellence in Food and Hospitality

Throughout Black History Month, our teams embraced the spirit of the month with shared meals, storytelling, and meaningful conversations about Black excellence in food, hospitality, and beyond.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ASU and GoDaddy launch Student-Athlete Venture Studio

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering college athletes beyond their playing careers, Arizona State University and GoDaddy teamed up to launch the first-of-its-kind Student-Athlete Venture Studio.

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Energy

Kimberly-Clark Announces First Tissue Manufacturing Site on Path to 100% Renewable Energy

Kimberly-Clark (K-C), one of the world's leading manufacturers of personal care and hygiene products, has announced that its manufacturing site in Koblenz, Germany has become the company’s first tissue manufacturing facility globally with a pathway to transition its operations

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How T-Mobile is Changing Small Towns with $16,000,000 in Grants

On March 20, 2025, T-Mobile announced the latest recipients of its Hometown Grants! 375 communities across 48 states and Puerto Rico are now receiving funding and support to power local projects focused on connection and innovation.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

Otis Supports Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025

More than 40 Otis volunteers from Italy and around Europe recently supported athletes at the Special Olympics World Winter Games, assisting athletes at competition sites and coordinating award ceremonies.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Aflac Helps Wishes Take Flight for Columbia Boy

Everyone knows dreams come from the heart, and a 3-year-old Columbia boy recently experienced his dream coming true with a little help, and a big heart, from Make-A-Wish South Carolina and Aflac.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

WK Kellogg Co Proudly Supports the Dan Gillespie Soil Health Fund

WK Kellogg Co is proud to support the Dan Gillespie Soil Health Fund, honoring Dan's legacy in no-till farming. Aligned with our Feeding Happiness™ sustainable business strategy, the fund advances soil health and regenerative agriculture, creating a more sustainable future.

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Events, Media & Communications

Veolia's Robert Brown Discusses Triple Net Zero Industry Progress Report at GreenBiz 2025

The Trellis Group recently featured Robert Brown and our second annual Triple Net Zero Industry Progress Report as part of GreenBiz25.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Empowered To Lead: How Pizza Hut’s LeadHERship Initiative Helped Tshegofatso Rakwena Thrive

We caught up with Tshegofatso Rakwena to hear her thoughts on the Pizza Hut LeadHERship initiative.

Environment

Trane Technologies Becomes First in Industry To Support the MEP 2040 Challenge

Trane Technologies today announced it is an official supporting organization of the MEP 2040 Challenge, becoming the first company in its industry to endorse the challenge.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Ukraine: Supporting Women in Their Economic Activity

Success stories of women-led businesses rebuilding the local economy in their conflict-affected area by providing essential goods and services. Maria, Iryna, Victoria, and Olena are among the 45 women who have received training and subsidies to develop their businesses.

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Events, Media & Communications

Taking Local Action on the Ides of March

The Latin-derived word “ides” refers to the midpoint of a month. The Ides of March – March 15 – is famous for an act of rebellion on that day in 44 BC when a group of senators assassinated the Roman dictator Julius Caesar.

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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Baker Tilly’s Insights on Dealership Succession Planning

Factors such as the aging demographic of dealership owners and impending changes in tax laws put the automotive retail industry on the brink of significant transitions.

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Environment

Arbor Day Foundation Helping To Address Tree Loss in American Southeast

The Arbor Day Foundation is replanting lost forestland in the American Southeast to help address a range of threats to the landscape, including pest outbreaks.

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