Recap of Redefining Corporate Impact: Leading with Responsibility
We explored three different yet aligned approaches to corporate responsibility:
- The philosophy of “to whom much has been given, much is required,” stemming from a founder’s personal experience.
- A core vision focused on serving people and improving lives, which includes seeking feedback and understanding your industry’s impact on the community.
- Responsibility is being responsive.
Each of these approaches support people holistically and requires patience. Special thanks to Issac Schilling, Regional Director of Field Marketing for Lifetime Windows and Siding, for sharing the direct impact of Lifetime’s workforce development partnership with Stout Street Foundation.
Thank you to CoCo Criste, Pete Dignan, Mara Kelly and Karla Rodriguez for sharing their insights and expertise.
Recap of Striking the Balance: The S and G in ESG Reporting
The environmental, social, governance (ESG) field is constantly evolving, but there are strategies and practices you can embrace now to prepare for upcoming changes. Our speakers discussed the importance of tying ESG goals to business strategies and developing shared ownership of goals. Keep an eye on voluntary regulations, like human capital management, that will likely become mandatory in the future. With the convergence of ESG and financial reporting, set standards to ensure your data is complete, consistent, comparable and reliable.
Thank you to Catherine Ziac Boyd and Rachel Mountin for sharing their insights and expertise.
Recap of Activate a Network of CSR Champions
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is sustainable and powerful when many people within an organization have a hand in creating positive social impact. Our speakers showed how you can develop teammates who will continue to make an impact wherever they go. They recommended building community impact metrics into your team’s annual goals and framing engagement as a means of professional development. They also reminded us that everyone has a cause they care about – by getting to know your teams, you can understand and tap into that care.
Thank you to Brooks Dozier, Kate Kleyman, Carla Patrick and Mary Van Jacobs for sharing their insights and expertise. Read More
The Workforce of the Future: Spanning Five Generations Recap
When it comes to authentically uplifting employees of different generations, our expert panelists recommended leading from a place of curiosity, having mentorship programs and developing processes to share institutional knowledge. They reminded us that while labels like “Boomers” and “Gen Z” can be helpful starting points for understanding, be mindful of stereotypes and recognize that someone’s generation is only one part of their identity.
Thank you to Gina Del Castillo, Polica Houston, Mara Olsen and Ashley Woodman for sharing their insights and expertise. Thank you to Liz Gardner for being our moderator.
Aligning Your Values Throughout the Workforce Journey Recap
“Employees can do the work; they want to know what kind of environment they’ll arrive to.”
– Carissa McCabe, GFM|CenterTable
10% of people are job searching today, and they’re looking for more than a paycheck. Organizations need to communicate and demonstrate their values to prospective employees and current teammates in order to thrive.
Thank you to Sean Choi of FirstBank, Michael Greenlee of Emerge and Carissa McCabe of GFM|CenterTable for sharing their insights and expertise. Thank you to Anna Costello for being our moderator.
Measuring for Impact & ROI Recap
To demonstrate your impact, remember that ROI is not just the data; it is the storytelling and personal highlights.
To measure for impact, you must determine the why, your specific goals aligned with business objections and identify the story of your cumulative impact for your communities.
Thank you to Angie Ruddell of Lockheed Martin, Jenna McFarlane of Bellco Credit Union and Paul Kelly of Vail Resorts for sharing their insights and expertise. Thank you to Amy Moynihan for being our moderator.