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KeyBank’s Innovative Downtown Ithaca Branch Grand Opening and Community Support
KeyBank celebrated the grand opening of its cutting-edge branch in Downtown Ithaca with a ribbon-cutting event. The newly established branch, situated at 604 South Meadow Street, welcomed prominent figures from
Published on August 31, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Samsung’s HARMAN Recognized as Leader in ISG Digital Engineering Services Provider Lens
HARMAN, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, has been recognized as a leader in the ISG Digital Engineering Services Provider Lens™ 2023 US study for its Digital Transformation Solutions strategic business
Published on August 31, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Young Women from Girls Who Code Thrive in U.S. Bank Internships
In the current year’s U.S. Bank summer internship program, a trio of young women with expertise acquired from Girls Who Code, an organization that imparts coding skills and experience to
Published on August 31, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Empower by GoDaddy: Fostering Community and Support for Entrepreneurs
GoDaddy is not just a company that provides tools and services for businesses, but it also aims to create a sense of community, support, and empowerment for entrepreneurs. This is
Published on August 31, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Supporting Indigenous Communities: RISE’s Mission for Equity and Inclusion
In 2023, Cintas Corporation was recognized by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for Women. This recognition was based on a survey conducted by Statista, which evaluated companies on
Published on August 31, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Cintas Corporation Recognized as One of Forbes’ Best Employers for Women in 2023
Cintas Corporation, a publicly traded company on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol CTAS, has recently been recognized for its workplace practices. The company was included in Forbes’
Published on August 31, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Burt’s Bees: A Purpose-Driven Brand Committed to Sustainability and The Greater Good
In 2022, Burt’s Bees was ranked 6th out of 200 companies in the Power Purpose Index, sharing a top 20 position with Clorox. This index acknowledges brands that are committed
Published on August 31, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Turo: The First Carbon-Neutral Car Sharing Marketplace
Turo, the world’s leading peer-to-peer car sharing platform, recognized the need to address its environmental impact. As part of its mission to make better use of the world’s 1.5 billion
Published on August 29, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Webster Bank Welcomes Kelly Giordano as Managing Director of Philanthropy
Webster Bank has recently welcomed Kelly Giordano as the new Managing Director of Philanthropy. She is now part of the Office of Corporate Responsibility team, which is responsible for the
Published on August 29, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Cainiao and P&G Partner to Create AI-Powered, Sustainable Supply Chain
Cainiao Group, Alibaba Group’s logistics subsidiary, has entered into a partnership with Procter & Gamble (P&G), a consumer goods firm, to establish an AI-driven supply chain. The goal of the
Published on August 29, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Community and Inclusion: Key to Indigenous Students’ Success
Over the last ten years, the number of Indigenous students enrolling in and graduating from post-secondary institutions in Canada has increased. This is due to the efforts of schools, organizations,
Published on August 29, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Duke Energy Joins Billion Dollar Roundtable for Supplier Diversity Excellence
Duke Energy has been welcomed into the Billion Dollar Roundtable Inc. (BDR), an exclusive non-profit group that advocates for supplier diversity excellence and best practices. The BDR is made up
Published on August 28, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Duke Energy Foundation Donates $1 Million to Support North Carolina Nonprofits Serving Low-Income Communities
The Duke Energy Foundation is donating $1 million to aid nonprofits that serve low-income communities in North Carolina, where the cost of basic necessities is increasing. These grants will enhance
Published on August 28, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Cisco’s Circular Packaging Strategy: Sustainable Design and Materials
In today’s world, plastic packaging is ubiquitous. When purchasing a product, it is often difficult to determine the type of plastic used in its packaging. There are two main types
Published on August 28, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Chemours’ Journey to Decarbonization: Reducing GHG Emissions and Promoting Energy Efficiency
Eliminating carbon emissions from American buildings, homes, and factories is crucial in the battle against global warming. These structures are responsible for approximately two-thirds of the country’s CO2 emissions, necessitating
Published on August 28, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Path to Pro: Students Share Their Skilled Trades Journey
As summer comes to an end, a new learning season begins. The Home Depot’s Path to Pro program, in collaboration with SkillPointe Foundation, is transforming the back-to-school experience by providing
Published on August 28, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Innovative Crop Protection: Digital Tools, Drones, and Biologicals
No two farmers or their fields are the same, just as no two fingerprints are identical. Whether you’re farming in Indiana or India, growing corn or cauliflower, we recognize that
Published on August 28, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Alana Schreiber’s Journey with Dynamic Disability: Sharing, Support, and Walgreens App
Alana Schreiber, a 27-year-old mother, recently shared her experience of living with a dynamic disability on social media. She describes how her symptoms can vary in intensity and unpredictability. On
Published on August 28, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Swift Crisis Recovery: ekō Villages of Hope Provide Efficient Housing Solutions
ekō Solutions, a division under Land Betterment, specializes in offering an extensive range of housing solutions suitable for commercial, recreational, residential, and crisis recovery purposes. These solutions are ingeniously crafted
Published on August 24, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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KeyBank’s Neighbors Make the Difference Day: 32 Years of Community Service
On the 32nd annual Neighbors Make the Difference Day, more than 1,400 KeyBank employees from Northeast Ohio volunteered their time to participate in over 130 projects. This event, which began
Published on August 24, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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HARMAN Internship Program: Empowering the Next Generation of Diverse Leaders
At HARMAN, we always maintain that our people are our most valuable resource and the catalysts of unmatched innovation. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are also fundamental to our core
Published on August 24, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Slavery Free World: Impact, Awareness, and Tech Solutions in Anti-Trafficking Efforts
This blog is a part of our ongoing series at Cisco, “People Behind Purpose,” which focuses on showcasing employees who are driving Cisco’s mission to create an inclusive future for
Published on August 24, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Sands Cares: Empowering Youth Through Community Engagement and Hardship Relief
Las Vegas Sands has declared a contribution of $300,000 to its longstanding collaborator, the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY). This boosts the company’s total donations towards combating youth homelessness
Published on August 24, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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KeyBank Foundation Donates $150,000 to COTS for New Supportive Service Role
The KeyBank Foundation, KeyBank’s non-profit charitable organization, has pledged to donate $150,000 over three years to The Committee on Temporary Shelter (COTS). This donation will be used to fund a
Published on August 23, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Empowering Youth with the ‘Been There’ Program: KeyBank’s Grant for Positive Change
KeyBank has just provided a $10,000 grant to the Salem Kroc Center. This funding is intended for the support of the “Been There” program, a dynamic seven-week interactive course. The
Published on August 23, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Iberdrola shows the way for sustainable living
To live well within the limits of the planet, nine billion people need a system that changes how they produce, distribute, and consume things. This way, they can switch from
Published on August 23, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Breaking the Cycle: Gilead’s Efforts to Improve HIV Treatment for Children
Dr. Eva Natukunda, a pediatric HIV specialist at the Joint Clinical Research Center in Kampala, Uganda, often hears from adolescents and young adults living with HIV that they are exhausted.
Published on August 23, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Socorro Bebidas Launches Flavored Mineral Water in CrownSleek Cans
Socorro Bebidas, a Brazilian beverage producer, has extended its collaboration with Crown Embalagens Metálicas da Amazônia S.A., a subsidiary of Crown Holdings, Inc., to launch Acquíssima Sabor flavored mineral water
Published on August 23, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Aristocrat Gaming donates $500,000 to AISES for Indigenous STEM Education
Aristocrat Gaming has announced a donation of $500,000 to AISES, a national nonprofit organization that aims to increase the representation of Indigenous peoples in STEM studies and careers. The donation
Published on August 23, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Harman Kardon: Celebrating 70 Years of Acoustic and Aesthetic Excellence
HARMAN International, a company that specializes in connected products and technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its audio brand, Harman Kardon. The brand
Published on August 18, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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KFC Philippines Goes Green with Solar Panels and Eco-Friendly Initiatives
KFC Philippines has established itself as an environmentally conscious quick-service restaurant by installing solar panels on the rooftops of 64 of its stores. These solar panels generate more than 2,600,000
Published on August 18, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Hawaii Wildfire Relief: Rockwell Donates $20,000 to American Red Cross for Emergency Response and Recovery
Rockwell has contributed $20,000 to the American Red Cross in a bid to aid relief endeavors following a series of destructive wildfires that swept through Hawaii’s main island and Maui.
Published on August 18, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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U.S. Bank partners with Urban League toward s affordable housing for the homeless
A new housing development for low income and disabled people in Portland, Oregon, welcomed more than 24 new residents on a recent wet spring day. The Hattie Redmond apartments, named
Published on August 17, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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FedEx Cares: Connecting People and Possibilities
Denny Hamlin, the three-time Daytona 500 Champion, and driver of the #11 FedEx Toyota, along with his #11 FedEx pit crew, FedEx volunteers and Operation Warm, delivered over 150 new
Published on August 17, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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AccountAbility Recognized as One of Forbes’ World’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2023
AccountAbility, a global ESG Consulting and Standards firm with a 30-year history of guiding leaders to build better companies, has been recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Best
Published on August 17, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Driving Innovation and Transformation: Insights from Georgia-Pacific’s VP of Customer Experience
Gain insights from Varsha Monick, Vice President of Customer Experience and Innovation, as she discusses the role of innovation and Principled Entrepreneurship in the creation of in-transit tracking to address
Published on August 16, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Qualcomm’s Expertise in Mobile Tech Education, IP Protection, and XR Investment
The dynamic wireless communications sector is characterized by swift technological advancements, evolving industry benchmarks, frequent product innovations, and the integration of 5G, which extends into new domains like automotive and
Published on August 16, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Duke Energy: Share the Light Fund and Energy Efficiency Initiatives Impacting Communities
Duke Energy and its Foundation have reached a significant milestone by investing over $70 million since the start of 2021 to support various nonprofit organizations and initiatives aimed at assisting
Published on August 16, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Franklin Templeton Futures Program: Developing Young Talent for 40 Years
An idea that was originally scribbled on a napkin has grown into a global program at Franklin Templeton, helping to develop young talent in the investment industry for the past
Published on August 14, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Principal Foundation Launches Money Chronicles: A Story Initiative
The Principal® Foundation, a global nonprofit that focuses on helping people and communities achieve financial security, is launching a new initiative called Money Chronicles: A Story Initiative. This initiative aims
Published on August 14, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Sustainable Flight Fund: United’s Green Aviation Initiatives
The United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund has expanded its investment capacity to nearly $200 million and welcomed eight new corporate partners, marking this development just five months after its
Published on August 14, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Data Transforms Agriculture: From Smart Machines to Carbon Capture
How do you use data? That is the question that determines its value. Data is a vital tool for building more efficient, productive and profitable businesses in agriculture. It also
Published on August 14, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Black & Veatch 2023 Sustainability Report: Achievements in Emissions Reduction and Inclusive Practices
The 2023 Sustainability Report from Black & Veatch, a prominent global company focused on critical human infrastructure, has been released to provide an update to stakeholders in the industry. The
Published on August 14, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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National Geographic HBCU Scholarship Joins Disney UNCF Corporate Scholars Program
In a joint announcement, the Walt Disney Company and UNCF (United Negro College Fund) have introduced the commencement of the 2023 Disney UNCF Corporate Scholars program. This initiative encompasses students
Published on August 11, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Empowered Reproductive Choices: Understanding NIPS and Genetic Screening in Pregnancy
Upon completing her graduate degree in genetic counseling, Zoë Milgrom’s initial employment brought her face-to-face with the challenging reality of applying her education. She found herself in diverse obstetric and
Published on August 11, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Survey Reveals Employee Financial Concerns and Employer Support Trends
A recent study conducted by Principal Financial Group® has highlighted a notable contrast between the financial well-being of U.S. employers and their workforce. While employer confidence and business stability remain
Published on August 11, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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US Insurance Sector’s Fossil Fuel Assets Amid Climate Risk: New Report Insights
A recently released report has brought to light that, in 2019, the U.S. insurance industry possessed approximately $536 billion in assets linked to the fossil fuel sector. Interestingly, this comes
Published on August 10, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Revolutionizing Healthcare Delivery in Remote Alaska through Drone Technology
Alaska, a sprawling state characterized by diverse weather patterns and landscapes, presents unique challenges for its 240 remote villages and communities, particularly when it comes to ensuring timely access to
Published on August 10, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Empower Sustainability: VMware Aria’s Carbon Emissions Explorer Dashboard
Corporations and their leadership prioritize sustainability for a multitude of reasons. Sustainability initiatives play a pivotal role in enhancing energy efficiency, curtailing carbon emissions, and trimming operational expenditures. Furthermore, these
Published on August 10, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
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Advancing Accessibility and Inclusion at Cisco: A Commitment to Equal Access and Innovation
When we discuss our involvement in enhancing accessibility and promoting inclusion for individuals with disabilities at Cisco, some might respond by thinking, “That’s a commendable effort, but it doesn’t have
Published on August 10, 2023
By Mathieu Maurice
