Social impact

Dr. Chelsea Clinton, Danny Wirtz, and Valerie Jarrett to Headline Social Innovation Summit on June 4-5 in Chicago

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木曜日, 5月 9, 2024
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NEW YORK, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Social Innovation Summit (SIS) announced the initial two-day agenda for the 2024 event, taking place on June 4-5 at the JW Marriott Hotel in Chicago. The purpose-driven gathering hosted by Landmark Ventures will convene global corporate executives, philanthropists, investors, nonprofit leaders, policymakers, celebrity activists, and social entrepreneurs for networking and discussion around insights, solutions, and tangible actions to drive social impact and scale change.

Key Points: 
  • "The Social Innovation Summit is a vibrant platform that highlights pioneers crafting the solutions of tomorrow," remarked Zeev Klein, CEO of Landmark Ventures and the Summit's Founder & Curator.
  • A local Chicago-area recipient will be announced and celebrated on the Social Innovation Summit stage.
  • To view the full Social Innovation Summit speaker roster and agenda, visit the website .
  • To engage with Summit-related conversations, please follow the event hashtag #SIS24 and the event pages on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , TikTok and Twitter/X .

Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) Hosts Visionary Awards

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木曜日, 5月 9, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Central to CEW's mission, the Women's Leadership Awards embody the commitment to honoring female leadership and advancing women in the beauty industry. This two-part program ended with the first-ever Visionary Awards. This live event and cocktail party, presented by Harris Williams, honored five women who are driving innovation and impact, who possess extraordinary strategic and creative vision, and who demonstrate leadership and success in the beauty industry.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Central to CEW's mission, the Women's Leadership Awards embody the commitment to honoring female leadership and advancing women in the beauty industry.
  • This two-part program ended with the first-ever Visionary Awards.
  • "The Visionary Awards exemplify and honor the women in beauty who are charting their own path and contributing to the industry personally and professionally.
  • The 2024 Visionary Award honorees included:
    Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) is an international organization of 9,000+ thought leaders, trendsetters, and rising stars in the beauty industry with diverse backgrounds at leading brands, indies, retailers, fragrance houses, media outlets, and suppliers.

Mediavine Joins Ad Net Zero to Accelerate Sustainability Progress in Ad Tech

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火曜日, 5月 7, 2024
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NEW YORK, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mediavine, the largest exclusive full-service ad management firm in the U.S., today announced it is joining Ad Net Zero, the sustainability trade association for advertising which aligns stakeholders across the industry to take action to reduce the carbon impact of developing, producing, and running advertising to get to net zero. Mediavine will now be included in a highly regarded coalition of companies across the ad industry — from advertisers to agencies to ad tech and other marketing service firms that are serious about their sustainability journey.

Key Points: 
  • Mediavine will work closely with Ad Net Zero to provide a needed publisher perspective as the digital advertising industry focuses on adopting and actioning forthcoming sustainability standards.
  • Mediavine, managing ads for around 11,000 independent publishers, will play a significant role in the Ad Net Zero US steering and working groups.
  • More than 100 organizations operating in the market, which represents 40% of the world's ad spend, are now joined by Ad Net Zero US.
  • "Mediavine's support of Ad Net Zero and their sustainability commitments make a significant contribution to decreasing emissions from the ad tech ecosystem."

SONY MUSIC GROUP ARTISTS AND SONGWRITERS UNITE IN CAMPAIGN TO BOOST YOUTH VOTER TURNOUT FOR EU ELECTIONS

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水曜日, 5月 1, 2024
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BRUSSELS, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Music Group today announced the launch of YOUR VOICE, YOUR, POWER, YOUR VOTE – A non-partisan campaign to encourage voter participation in the European Union elections with a focus on young people and underrepresented groups.

Key Points: 
  • Run in partnership with the European Youth Forum, which represents over 100 youth organisations across the continent, the YOUR VOICE, YOUR POWER, YOUR VOTE campaign will unveil a collection of films, across multiple platforms in multiple languages, featuring Sony Music Group's roster of artists and songwriters.
  • They care about the world we live in and are active and engaged every day through widespread movements, activism and more.
  • We are delighted that our artists and songwriters have come together to support the Campaign ahead of the June European elections."
  • Between 6th and 9th June 2024, the European elections will take place in the 27 EU Member States, with around 366 million EU citizens called to vote.

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL RELEASES 2023 SOCIAL IMPACT AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

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水曜日, 5月 1, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) ("MGM Resorts" or the "Company") today announced the publication of its 2023 Social Impact and Sustainability Report. The report details the Company's continuing and steadfast commitment to its Social Impact and Sustainability principles of embracing humanity and protecting the planet and building a legacy for generations to come. The report also highlights strategies, programs and performance focused on creating a more sustainable future and making a positive impact on the lives of employees, guests and communities.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) ("MGM Resorts" or the "Company") today announced the publication of its 2023 Social Impact and Sustainability Report.
  • The report details the Company's continuing and steadfast commitment to its Social Impact and Sustainability principles of embracing humanity and protecting the planet and building a legacy for generations to come.
  • The report also highlights strategies, programs and performance focused on creating a more sustainable future and making a positive impact on the lives of employees, guests and communities.
  • In 2019, MGM Resorts developed a bold social impact plan called "Focused on What Matters: Embracing Humanity and Protecting the Planet," which included concrete long-term goals to guide the company's commitment to social impact and sustainability.

Boston Consulting Group Releases 2023 Annual Sustainability Report

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火曜日, 4月 30, 2024
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BOSTON, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boston Consulting Group (BCG) today released its Annual Sustainability Report: From Bold Ideas to Exponential Impact .

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boston Consulting Group (BCG) today released its Annual Sustainability Report: From Bold Ideas to Exponential Impact .
  • The report showcases the firm's work throughout 2023 to find the most valuable, sustainable, and innovative solutions to pressing global social and planetary challenges.
  • During 2023, 72% of the firm's largest clients were involved in at least one social or planetary impact case.
  • BCG's Climate & Sustainability practice had a portfolio of more than 1,500 projects in 2023, an increase of more than 50% since 2022.

Wynn Resorts Highlights Accomplishments in Sustainability and Community Impact with Release of 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

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月曜日, 4月 29, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wynn Resorts (Nasdaq: WYNN) has released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report and Corporate Responsibility Review outlining the Company's 2023 responsibility programs.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wynn Resorts (Nasdaq: WYNN) has released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report and Corporate Responsibility Review outlining the Company's 2023 responsibility programs.
  • The Wynn Resorts ESG Report presents information that references select Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards and Sustainability Accounting Board Standards (SASB).
  • In total, Wynn Resorts contributed almost $9 million in cash and in-kind donations to charitable organizations throughout North America.
  • These contributions, as well as the 35,000 hours of volunteerism donated by Wynn employees, illustrate why Wynn Resorts was named as one of the Best Brands for Social Impact in 2023 by Forbes.

PairedWorld Earns Blockchain Award Nomination, Secures $1.5 Million in Private Token Sales, and Welcomes BlackRock Venture Partner to Advisory Board

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月曜日, 4月 22, 2024
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Switzerland, April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  PairedWorld, the pioneering blockchain protocol dedicated to enhancing and rewarding real-world interactions, today announced significant achievements that mark major milestones in its mission to reshape social connectivity. The PairedWorld Foundation has secured a nomination from an expert jury for Best Blockchain Project for Social Impact at the prestigious Paris Blockchain Week Industry Awards, closed a strategic private token sale raising $1.5 million, and expanded its advisory board by welcoming Paul Taylor.

Key Points: 
  • The PairedWorld Foundation has secured a nomination from an expert jury for Best Blockchain Project for Social Impact at the prestigious Paris Blockchain Week Industry Awards, closed a strategic private token sale raising $1.5 million, and expanded its advisory board by welcoming Paul Taylor.
  • Paul Taylor's addition to the advisory board further complements a lineup of leaders and academics, underscoring PairedWorld's commitment to industry excellence and innovative growth.
  • Taylor brings extensive experience in fintech and blockchain, enhancing the protocol's capabilities to drive forward its ambitious vision.
  • Reflecting on the company’s latest milestones, Raluca Cherciu, Board President and Co-Founder of PairedWorld, stated: “Our latest achievements mark a significant milestone for PairedWorld as we chart a new course in how technology enhances human connections.

HP Announces 2024 Digital Equity Accelerator Cohort

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火曜日, 4月 16, 2024
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PALO ALTO, Calif., April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) and the HP Foundation announced the selection of 10 nonprofit organizations in Brazil, Canada*, and Poland for the 2024 Digital Equity Accelerator (Accelerator). The Accelerator will provide the 2024 cohort with a USD $100,000 grant, HP technology (~USD $100,000 value), and six months of virtual training to foster digital inclusion.

Key Points: 
  • The Digital Equity Accelerator, a joint initiative of HP Inc. and the HP Foundation, helps nonprofits strengthen capacity and scale digital inclusion programs.
  • PALO ALTO, Calif., April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) and the HP Foundation announced the selection of 10 nonprofit organizations in Brazil, Canada*, and Poland for the 2024 Digital Equity Accelerator (Accelerator).
  • The Accelerator will provide the 2024 cohort with a USD $100,000 grant, HP technology (~USD $100,000 value), and six months of virtual training to foster digital inclusion.
  • The Digital Equity Accelerator is one way HP is delivering progress toward its goal to accelerate digital equity for 150 million people by 2030.

Full Program Announcement for The Intersection

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水曜日, 4月 10, 2024
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Houston, TX, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Immunization Partnership (TIP), a statewide nonprofit committed to a healthy Texas, is pleased to announce the full program line-up for its public health summit, The Intersection .

Key Points: 
  • Houston, TX, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Immunization Partnership (TIP), a statewide nonprofit committed to a healthy Texas, is pleased to announce the full program line-up for its public health summit, The Intersection .
  • “We are excited to bring this program together and to present it to Texas’ community of public health professionals, care providers and stakeholders,” said TIP Executive Director Terri Burke.
  • “The health issues in Texas reflect what’s happening across the country, and they’re not isolated.
  • Dinner with Texas native John Quiñones, ABC News correspondent and host of “What Would You Do?,” a program that puts the TV viewer in the place of action.