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Ads Featuring Global CEOs and Local Talent Will Run Across New York City in Iconic Locations and on Subways, Long Island Railroad and Metro North RailroadEncouraging More Companies to Join the Mission and Hire Local

Leading Employers Mark 2-Year Progress on Shared Prosperity $4.7B 5-Year Commitment, Potential to Unlock Up to $50 Billion GDP in Region

Symbiosis Coalition seeks to identify and scale next-generation nature restoration projects with a focus on certainty of climate impactThe Symbiosis Coalition aims to facilitate an advance market commitment (AMC) of up to 20 million tons of nature-based carbon removal credits. While only a fraction of the world's total carbon removal goals, this is the first and largest AMC ever for nature-based carbon removal, equivalent in volume to the 2030 carbon removal goals of the state of California. The goal of the Coalition is to send a strong demand signal to accelerate the development of high-impact, science-based restoration projects that will advance progress on global climate goals.Symbiosis will focus on catalyzing and scaling carbon projects that meet the highest quality bar for planet and people, integrating the most recent science and data on the climate impact of restoration while equitably involving and compensating Indigenous Peoples and local communities.The Coalition will translate its goals into action by establishing and communicating clear quality criteria for nature-based carbon removal procurement efforts, engaging independent experts to continuously review these criteria in line with latest science and update them as needed, with the goal of creating a joint Request For Proposal (RFP) process to support Symbiosis offtake commitments, and paying the real cost necessary to enable these projects to happen.Symbiosis will transparently share lessons learned through these efforts with the broader public, rigorously monitor and evaluate impact from projects, and continually evolve its efforts as new data, science, and lessons arise to advance public confidence in nature’s role in fighting climate change.

Ever.green has released a whitepaper detailing a new approach to procuring RECs that can address the urgent need to accelerate the energy transition.

National home remodeler doubles down on corporate social responsibility, hiring a former Fortune 500 leader to oversee the company’s significant commitment to giving back to its people and communities

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for February, featuring a who’s who of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands. The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Upcoming episodes for February will feature impact and in

Contribution to PCF’s Diverse Ventures Fund Empowers Underrepresented Business Owners

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its list of forthcoming guests, featuring a who’s who of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands. The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners fi

Maury Wolfe, who serves as Vice President of Corporate Responsibility and Social Impact at Cox Enterprises, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.At Cox Enterprises, a private, family-held company with a longstanding commitment to communities and the environment, Wolfe is responsible for leading sustainability-focused, community and employee-action programs that support Cox Conserves, the compa

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced a roster of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands as guests in the coming month. The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners first-hand accoun

Abbey Carlton, who serves as Vice President of Social Impact at Indeed, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.For Indeed, the world’s largest hiring platform, Carlton leads global efforts to break down bias and barriers in hiring through product innovation, partnerships and community initiatives.“It was an honor to have Abbey, a true social impact innovation leader, on our show to share her sto

Kami Hoskins, who serves as Director of Legal Operations and Training; and Head of Corporate Sustainability & ESG at GoDaddy, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.At GoDaddy, Hoskins leads strategy and innovation for the company’s legal department. She develops curriculum and trains employees on topics such as anti-discrimination/anti-harassment, positive employee relations, compliance, and pr

News Highlights:LaPhair Capital Partners launches Alpha Fund I, targeting a $100 million investment.Alpha Fund 1 focuses on distinct technologies and solutions in high growth markets, aiming to close the gap of systemic disparities by servicing the previously underserved.The fund’s deployment will focus on early-stage companies and seeks a minimum 35 percent return.

Nicola Acutt, Ph.D., who serves as vice president, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) for VMware, Inc., is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.Acutt is a change maker, thought leader, and strategist whose leadership experience spans business, government, and nonprofits. She is responsible for sustainability across VMware’s operations, product, and people, and is passionate about a busin

Lisa Shibata, who serves as Director of Sustainability for Chipotle Mexican Grill, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.Shibata leads Chipotle’s sustainability efforts, overseeing strategic planning over a wide array of issues including climate action, sustainable materials, water stewardship, and responsible sourcing.“It was an honor to have Lisa, a genuine sustainability thought leader, on o

Today Grapevine, the collaborative giving platform that’s connecting people to grow the greater good through Giving Circles, announced that they have raised $1.67m in equity financing with an additional $180,000 in grants, making this total seed round $1.85m. The round was led by PJC with new participating investors Ulu Ventures, WTI, Social Good Fund, and Focus Impact Partners, joining existing investors in this round such as Notation, Ground Squirrel Ventures, and Overton Venture Capital.Alex

EFG Companies employees ranked it one of the most innovative, engaged employers among business service companies, based on Energage survey results.

Committed to helping women lighten the load, ARM & HAMMER™ Laundry continues to support the annual campaign to highlight the power of female leaders and help women achieve economic advancement.

Collective’s seven founding corporate partners include Eldridge, Chelsea FC, BNY Mellon Investment Management, HSBC, Simba Sleep, Northern Bloc, and Visionable HealthcareFifty percent of women feel overlooked in the workplace, according to new research by AllBright, while just one in ten women feel “highly positive” about their current rate of career progression

The three-day event returns to fully in-person for the first time in more than three years, featuring 200+ speakers, including government officials, philanthropists, scientists, and more

Winners who submitted ideas to improve equity in education will receive $5,000 each

The company has awarded $300,000 in grants since 2020 to benefit Black-owned businesses

Acelero, Inc. today announced that the BlackRock Impact Opportunities Fund and The Builders Fund have co-led a strategic investment in the company that will help expand its mission to dismantle inequities in early childhood education across the country. The BlackRock Impact Opportunities Fund seeks to improve economic outcomes for undercapitalized communities of color while uncovering compelling investment opportunities for its clients. BlackRock is joined in this funding round by The Builders F

80 percent believe sustainability is extremely important to their company; 70 percent say reducing energy consumption can make the biggest impact on the environment

First-generation students comprise 87% of the group joining Summer Institute

AM Best’s four-part series, “Asset Management & ESG Imperative,” examines how insurers are working closely with asset management professionals to address growing regulatory and stakeholder expectations for investment portfolios that address environmental, social and governance concerns.In the segment, "Focus on ESG Expands Beyond Environmental, Energy," experts discuss how sustainability, human rights, diversity, inclusion and other concerns are more broadly defining ESG. ​​​​​​Watch now: https:

Mighty Buildings, a technology company that is revolutionizing the construction industry through 3D printing, using advanced materials and robotic automation to create beautiful, sustainable, and high-quality homes, today announces three senior leadership appointments, as the company builds the foundation for its next phase of growth.Russ Atassi joins Mighty Buildings as Chief Operating Officer (COO), bringing more than 20 years of experience in supply chain, R&D and manufacturing operations thr

A collective of leading companies and organizations spanning the region from Baltimore to Richmond are committed to helping scale support for Minority Business Enterprises and underrepresented communities.

Kim Fortunato to retire after more than a decade with the company

Recently lauded ISS data shows that non-white directors now occupy ~50% more board seats at companies in the Russell 3000 stock index than in 2019.1 Corporate America has made demonstrable progress on diverse board representation. Yet, a new study released for Black History Month shows the world’s largest companies still have room to grow on effectively operationalizing diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) goals and driving measurable results.This press release features multimedia. View the fu

Chike Aguh, Jennifer Chandler, Dr. Michael Hinojosa, Chequan Lewis, Byron Sanders, and Nina Vaca Share Insights on Learning Loss and Preparing Youth for Success in the 21st Century

Coalition for Equity in Wholesaling to Focus on Education, Recruiting and Retention

PledgeLA to convene task force to address systemic pay inequities and raise non-equity funding for Black & Latinx entrepreneurs

MetLife has been named to Seramount’s “2021+ Best Companies for Multicultural Women” list.

Through its Bright Initiative, Bright Data and upReach are partnering up to help build and develop data skills among students at multiple universities

Castell Project, Inc., released the “Black Representation in Hospitality Leadership 2021” report.

The Coca-Cola Company today announced that Saadia Madsbjerg will be named Vice President of Global Community Affairs for The Coca-Cola Company and President of The Coca-Cola Foundation.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210503005506/en/Saadia Madsbjerg (Photo: Business Wire)Madsbjerg is expected to join the company June 1. She will manage operations of the Foundation, which includes grant making, financial requirements and

Recognized Champion in Human Services Industry Brings Expertise and Passion to Expand and Scale Social Good Across Nonprofit Sector

Migrants, Refugees, and International students benefit from Western Union Foundation’s 2020 Giving

Despite years of study and vows to change, leadership across the industry remains a mostly white and male domain, new research shows

U.S. Bank Access Commitment is a series of initiatives across the business to increase wealth building opportunities, starting with the Black community Commitment includes $25 million microbusiness fund for women of color business owners

Secret’s #RaiseItUp Initiative Activates “Secret Missions” to Directly Support Women

Institutional investors managing more than $2.3 trillion in assets have signed the new Canadian Investor Statement on Diversity & Inclusion.

Awards recognize the rise of purpose in business and build on Loyola’s role as global leader in social business education

MichBio Announces Creation of Diversity Network Replacing Women of MichBio

Grants to help strengthen health systems and reduce health disparities in underserved communities in Africa, Asia and Latin America

Grants will support three organizations providing workers access to education, training and skills to help advance their careers

Eighth Consecutive Year the Professional Services Firm has been Recognized

Cornett, Kanter, Litvack and Symancyk to lend their expertise and passion to advance the organization’s mission

Accolades Recognize Sustainability Performance, Supplier Engagement on Climate Change and Product of the Year