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The history of ESG: A journey towards sustainable investing

IBM Business Partners

The roots of responsible investment In the 1970s, socially responsible investing (SRI) emerged as a way for investors to align their portfolios with their values. In response, asset managers began to develop ESG strategies and metrics to measure the environmental and social impact of their investments.

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Why Some CEOs Are More Likely to Engage in Corporate Downsizing

INSEAD Knowledge

The first is growth-related strategies to improve the firm’s position and performance, which could range from mergers and acquisitions to introducing new products and expanding factories. an unfavourable external environment) to avoid taking responsibility. This effect is amplified when CEOs have the motivation (e.g.

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Leadership in Finance: The Chief Finance Officer’s Playbook

Jake Jorgovan

Additionally, there's a shift towards sustainability and social responsibility for CFOs. Insider tip: CFOs should also actively cultivate cross-functional collaboration. For CFOs aiming to excel in this new era, embracing these multifaceted responsibilities is key to organizational success.

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Building a Competitive Edge: Offering 401k and Pension Plans to Attract Top Talent

Jake Jorgovan

Every company is looking for new strategies to differentiate themselves and attract the best candidates. This keeps the plan competitive and responsive to workforce dynamics and regulation changes. Basically, they dictate the framework within which employees can save, shaping the plan's utility and appeal.

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Leadership in Marketing: The Chief Marketing Officer's Playbook

Jake Jorgovan

Encourage Responsible Marketing: Advocate for ethical marketing practices that consider social and environmental impacts, building trust and a positive brand image. Adopt Agile Methodologies: Implement agile principles in marketing operations to increase responsiveness, flexibility, and collaboration within the team.

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Top 10 Renewable Energy Consultants & Consulting Firms

Jake Jorgovan

Alvarez & Marsal : Offers comprehensive financial and operational stabilization support with a hands-on approach to corporate transformation in the energy sector. You improve sustainability and corporate responsibility, leveraging their expertise in integrating environmental and social governance (ESG) factors into your projects.

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Sustainability trends: 5 issues to watch in 2024

IBM Business Partners

These efforts often go hand in hand with broader corporate sustainability initiatives and can lead to significant cost savings and improved environmental performance. These changes often require rethinking organizational practices and developing new partnerships. They’re also turning to a new perspective: “nature positive.”

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