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As reported in CECP’s Giving in Numbers?: 2024 Edition, the vast majority of the 219 companies surveyed are integrating corporate purpose into both business and social investment decisions, underscoring its growing role in shaping strategy. Leaders are increasingly using purpose to guide operations and community engagement, reflecting a deeper alignment between purpose and impact. While some areas like community development and environmental initiatives have seen growth, others, such as civic engagement, have faced challenges in today’s polarized climate. Overall, the report highlights how corporate purpose continues to drive resilience and focus amidst uncertainty. Click here to read this year’s full Giving in Numbers?: 2024 Edition report today: https://zurl.co/oLHm #GivingInNumbers #CorporateResponsibility #CSR #ESG

Generative AI is reshaping the business landscape, with over half of CEOs identifying it as a top priority. Yet, many leaders are grappling with how to responsibly harness its full potential responsibly. At CECP's 12th CEO Investor Forum, we’ll tackle this head-on. This year, CEOs from AstraZeneca, The Coca-Cola Company, ComEd / Exelon, Tata Consultancy Services, EXL, and Sigma Lithium Corp. (Nasdaq:SGML) will present their long-term strategies, including plans for AI, megatrends, human capital, and purpose-driven growth. It’s a crucial moment to align with investors and demonstrate leadership in responsibly shaping the future responsibly. Click here to register: https://zurl.co/XYcQ #AI #ExecutiveLeadership #CorporateResponsibility #LongTermStrategy

Join CECP in celebrating Vote Early Day on October 29! Vote Early Day unites thousands of organizations to give voters the tools to avoid Election Day challenges. This year’s event is critical ahead of one of the most important elections yet. With CECP’s leadership in corporate purpose, we are proud to contribute to vote early and make a difference. With just two weeks until November 5th, Vote Early Day invites past premier partners to participate once again. Thanks to supporters like you, millions of voters have cast their ballots early, ensuring their voices are heard. Sign up here: https://zurl.co/lizx #VoteEarlyDay #CorporatePurpose #CorporateResponsibility

The 2024 Bentley-Gallup "Business in Society Survey" highlights how businesses face increasing difficulty balancing social responsibility with political polarization. While the public expects companies to address issues like climate change, diversity, and mental health, legal restrictions and consumer backlash are causing some to scale back on ESG efforts. CECP provides tools like Giving in Numbers? to help companies navigate these complexities, offering data-driven insights that enable them to continue making a social impact while staying aligned with public priorities and business goals. Business leaders committed to addressing social challenges will be better positioned to succeed in this evolving landscape: https://zurl.co/kWbK For more insights, check out the Forbes article: https://zurl.co/LX7N #CorporatePurpose #SocialImpact #CorporateResponsibility #ESG

Join fellow Minnesota leaders in education, industry, and community relations for an exclusive roundtable, hosted by Discovery Education, focused on supporting and preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s challenges. Engage in open dialogue with experts, and stay after the discussion to watch the exciting final presentations of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, collaborate, and inspire the next generation! Register here: https://zurl.co/VAfk #EducationLeadership #3MYoungScientistChallenge #DiscoveryEducation #STEMEducation

Join CECP for the exciting launch of Giving in Numbers?: 2024 Edition—the premier benchmarking report on corporate social investments. Explore insights from over 200 of the world’s leading companies in areas like community investment, employee engagement, operations, and impact measurement. Register here for a launch webinar with the author: https://zurl.co/1EHV #GivinginNumbers2024 #CorporateResponsibility #CorporatePurpose #EmployeeEngagement

Join Sustainable Brands in San Diego for SB’24! This transformative event focuses on reshaping commerce for a prosperous, sustainable future. Connect with innovators and leaders from CECP affiliates including Logitech, Eastman, AT&T, Walmart, Target, Mars, PepsiCo, and more. Don’t miss your chance to engage with purpose-driven professionals and help drive change for a better planet. Register here: https://zurl.co/vFPG #SustainableBrands #SB24 #BusinessForGood #Sustainability #Innovation #CorporateResponsibility

Join CECP and The One Club for Creativity for a networking breakfast and panel discussion on advancing diversity in the communications industry. We’ll explore the critical role of leaders in promoting genuine inclusion, distinguish between meaningful diversity efforts and tokenism, and discuss how individuals can act as allies to support these initiatives. This event promises valuable insights and strategies for fostering a more equitable communications landscape. Seats are limited…Secure yours today! https://zurl.co/UDAL #InclusiveLeadership #EquityInCommunications #DiversityAndInclusion #CorporatePurpose

Join Fidelity Investments and CECP on October 29 in Boston for an engaging discussion on employee engagement across generations. This in-person event will feature expert presentations from Fidelity Investments' Maeve Miccio and CECP's Jenna Moore on the latest trends in employee engagement and workplace benefits, including retirement planning, volunteerism, and matching gifts. Special attention will be given to Gen X and Baby Boomers, informed by recent data from Fidelity Charitable?'s report, Charitable Living and the New Retirement. Seats are limited…secure yours today!: https://zurl.co/54I3