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🚀 Turning ERGs into Strategic Allies 🚀 "Cynthia helped us understand our ERGs as strategic assets for cultural growth." — Joseph Curtis, Global Sustainability Office, PepsiCo ERGs hold the power to redefine organisational culture, and I’m here to help teams unlock this potential. #AcceptanceWithoutUnderstanding #AcceptanceForAll2050 #StrategicERGs #OrganisationalGrowth #CulturalStrategy

🚀 Turning ERGs into Strategic Allies 🚀 "Cynthia helped us understand our ERGs as strategic assets for cultural growth." — Joseph Curtis, Global Sustainability Office, PepsiCo ERGs hold the power to redefine organisational culture, and I’m here to help teams unlock this potential. #AcceptanceWithoutUnderstanding #AcceptanceForAll2050 #StrategicERGs #OrganisationalGrowth #CulturalStrategy

🚀 Turning ERGs into Strategic Allies 🚀 "Cynthia helped us understand our ERGs as strategic assets for cultural growth." — Joseph Curtis, Global Sustainability Office, PepsiCo ERGs hold the power to redefine organisational culture, and I’m here to help teams unlock this potential. #AcceptanceWithoutUnderstanding #AcceptanceForAll2050 #StrategicERGs #OrganisationalGrowth #CulturalStrategy

Sustainability leaders are facing a myriad of challenges, but how can organisations overcome them and move from strategy to action amid growing demand from consumers, regulators and wider markets? At the latest Havas Genus roundtable we got together with Darshana Myronidis of Virgin, Jeremy Mathieu of ITV and Rosie Kitson of Havas to discuss the transformation themes identified from our research with over 80 leaders in the space. In this feature, Jennifer Nixon outlines the practical solutions shared by senior sustainability leaders during the discussion. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gg8i_NXH #HavasGenus #Sustainability #SustainableChange #SustainabilityStrategy #SustainabilityAction #MeaningfulChange

Sustainability may not be on the top priorities for our political parties among other immediate matters like cost of living and various conflicts, however its great to see organisations are still making a sustained approach to their sustainability strategy. Check out what Virgin and ITV are saying about this area. #sustainability

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) offer immense potential for businesses, but many are missing out.  A report led by former Unilever CEO Paul Polman estimates a $12 trillion opportunity. By aligning with these global goals, companies can: → drive innovation → improve efficiency → tap into new markets → enhance brand reputation But here's the problem:  Many companies are simply relabeling their existing CSR efforts as SDG initiatives. Without making any real changes. Here are 5 ways to make SDGs effective:

Sustainability remains a vital priority for 2025 This year, we’ve been inspired by the incredible sustainability initiatives of our members and can’t wait to see what you achieve next year. To support your journey, we’ve outlined 8 key principles of sustainability leadership that we can all adopt: 1️⃣ Think globally – Learn from diverse cultures and approaches. 2️⃣ Grow networks – Collaborate across industries and boundaries. 3️⃣ Adapt to change – Stay ahead of evolving regulations and trends. 4️⃣ Influence and inspire – Lead by example and build purpose-driven cultures. 5️⃣ See the big picture – Align environmental goals with social and governance priorities. 6️⃣ Engage stakeholders – Foster conversations across teams, supply chains, and customers. 7️⃣ Lead with clarity – Communicate simply and effectively. 8️⃣ Prioritise well-being – Stay healthy and energised to drive meaningful impact. Together, let’s make 2025 a year of progress and purpose. Jennifer Clark Umbreen Lenoire Sam Cande Alexandra Foley Dr. Rand Neveloff, JD, MBA, PhD Raymond Bechard Heather Carter Lisa Edge Paul Philippa Hatch Keith Madeley MBE Nick Miles Alex Hughes #csraccreditation #socialresponsibility #esg #responsiblebusiness #sustainability

Great key principles for a sustainable 2025 from Richard Collins FICRS of the CSR Accreditation #goodbusiness #principles #csraccreditation #sustaonability #csr #standout #sme #esg #socialresponsibility

Love this piece by my friend Rob Kaplan ! In his latest @Forbes article, he offers a fresh perspective on the recent stall in corporate sustainability commitments—particularly Unilever’s—as a positive sign. Rob argues that it’s actually #netpositive for business and the growing maturity of the sustainability field. We’re moving beyond the era of “Big Hairy Audacious Goals” (yeah, not a fan of that term either) and embracing more systemic approaches that spread corporate ESG leadership and urgency more evenly across investors, shareholders, and policymakers. Read the full article for more of Rob’s genius

Corporate responsibility is at a critical juncture, and 2025 has the potential to be the defining year. Weinreb Group's CEO Ellen Weinreb shares her insights in Fast Company in conversation with Susan McPherson, in a discussion on how businesses can lead with purpose to create lasting social and environmental impact. We also hear from leading voices including Jeannette Ferran Astorga, Andrew Winston, Vanessa Garcia-Brito, Michele Malejki, Amanda Gardiner, Jennifer Stark, Bea Perez, Dave Stangis, and Virginia Tenpenny — each sharing their perspectives on the pivotal trends we can expect to see this year. As sustainability leaders brace for a turbulent ride, especially with new federal policies on the horizon in the U.S., there are powerful trends emerging that could catalyze a sea change. #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #SocialImpact #PurposeDrivenLeadership #FutureOfBusiness