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Associated Press
a day ago
- Business
- Associated Press
How Reliance Rallied 13,700 Teammates — and Smashed Every CSR Benchmark in Just 7 Weeks
How Reliance rallied 13,700 teammates — and smashed every CSR benchmark in just 7 weeks In 2023, metal-solutions leader Reliance, Inc. set out to unify its 75-plus subsidiaries and largely desk-less workforce behind a single giving platform. With only 1.3 full-time CSR staff, the odds looked steep… until the numbers rolled in: What moved the needle? The pay-off? New cross-site relationships, a culture of shared pride, and subsidiaries empowered to launch their own local impact projects. Ready to replicate the playbook?Grab the Reliance case study for to see the tips and lessons learned that dismantled barriers and ignited a company-wide giving movement. #RelianceCares #CSR #EmployeeGiving #SocialImpact #CaseStudy Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from Realized Worth
Business Wire
08-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Novata Announces Collaboration with Microsoft to Scale Sustainability Solutions for SMEs Globally
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Novata, the private markets' sustainability management partner, today announced a collaboration with Microsoft. Novata will leverage Microsoft Azure AI Foundry - including Azure AI Search - and Microsoft Fabric to unlock new efficiencies and capabilities in its sustainability solutions, data management and reporting process for businesses globally, giving small and mid-sized Microsoft customers and supply chain partners access to Novata's pioneering sustainability technology solutions. Collaboration Highlights: Expand Access to Novata's Platform: Microsoft will become a key sales partner for Novata across its SME channel, making it easier for businesses to access Novata's platform and solutions, including the Carbon Navigator. Co-Develop AI Technology: Novata and Microsoft will co-develop a range of AI-powered tools to simplify sustainability data collection and reporting for clients, as well as drive value creation. Strengthen Supply Chain Reporting: Novata will help Microsoft suppliers meet their climate reporting obligations, providing companies with the tools needed to track, manage, and report sustainability metrics with greater accuracy, efficiency and affordability. 'We are excited to deepen our relationship with Microsoft, a company that has not only revolutionized productivity but has also been a leader in addressing the climate crisis and leveraging AI for good,' said Alex Friedman, CEO and Co-Founder of Novata. 'This collaboration expands our global reach and strengthens our commitment to providing trusted technology that simplifies sustainability data management, helping companies unlock growth opportunities and enhance their resilience in a rapidly changing world.' Since its commercial launch in April 2022, Novata has experienced significant global demand for its all-in-one solution for sustainability data management, carbon accounting, regulatory reporting, and advisory services. Novata's platform is trusted and used by hundreds of GPs in private equity, growth equity, private credit, and venture capital, and more than 10,000 companies in all major geographies. Novata's clients manage over $12 trillion in assets. "We believe that addressing climate change is both a responsibility and an important business opportunity," said Jeremy Pitman, Director of Partner Development, Digital Natives and ISVs – Tech for Social Impact at Microsoft. "Our collaboration with Novata will enable a key segment of our clients to seamlessly and affordably integrate cutting-edge sustainability technology into their operations, empowering them to reduce their carbon footprints and meet their emissions goals.' Novata has been a portfolio company of Microsoft's Climate Innovation Fund (CIF) since 2023, reinforcing the alignment of Novata's mission with Microsoft's commitment to advancing sustainability solutions. CIF is dedicated to accelerating the development and deployment of new climate innovations through both equity and debt capital. As a certified B-Corp and Public Benefit Corporation, Novata is on a mission to empower private markets to achieve a more sustainable and inclusive form of capitalism. To learn more about the collaboration, visit Novata's website and follow Novata on LinkedIn to keep up with the company's latest news and insights. About Novata Novata is the private markets' sustainability management partner. We empower hundreds of investment firms and over 10,000 companies to achieve their sustainability goals with our trusted data management platform and advisory practice—because it's good for business and it's good for the planet. Learn more at
Associated Press
01-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Santa Clara University Interdisciplinary Master's in Social Impact Leadership to Begin in Fall 2026
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 30, 2025-- Santa Clara University will launch a new Master of Arts in Social Impact Leadership Program in fall 2026. A cross-disciplinary offering of the University's School of Education and Counseling Psychology; Miller Center for Global Impact; and the Leavey School of Business, applications for the inaugural class will open soon. The M.A. in Social Impact Leadership will meet the demand from those seeking to advance their careers in the social impact sector, including moving into leadership roles in social entrepreneurship, nonprofits, philanthropy, and mission-driven corporate enterprises. 'Our students have told us very clearly that they seek to be not just leaders and innovators, but also for their lives' work to have measurable and positive impacts on the communities they serve,' said Provost and Executive Vice President James M. Glaser. 'This new master's program responds directly to that, and will graduate effective leaders who have critical thinking skills, a well-discerned dedication to their vocation and leadership abilities, and the ethical framework needed to make a difference in ways our world most needs.' The M.A. in Social Impact Leadership will equip students with foundational business knowledge and deep understanding of how to lead mission-driven organizations. Santa Clara University is ideally suited for this, with a Jesuit mission focused on using one's talents for the betterment of humanity; world-class faculty in business and leadership; and Miller Center's deep engagement and extensive network in the social-impact sector. The curriculum integrates core business and organizational leadership courses—such as financial management, marketing, and strategic management—with intentional leadership formation that fosters the mindset and competencies needed to drive social change. Social impact and philanthropic leaders are enthusiastic about the need for such a program, tailored to the needs of these specific organizations. A key feature of the program is an immersive internship with a social impact organization, designed to support vocational discernment, deepen leadership practice, and align mission with each student's professional goals. Many of these internships will be facilitated through Santa Clara University's Miller Center for Global Impact, which has supported more than 1,500 social enterprises worldwide. Miller Center will also connect students with leading practitioners and guest speakers on topics such as impact investing, measurement, and management, providing real-world insights and expanding students' professional networks. Applications and information can be found on the Social Impact Leadership program page. About Santa Clara University Founded in 1851, Santa Clara University sits in the heart of Silicon Valley—the world's most innovative and entrepreneurial region. The University's stunningly landscaped 106-acre campus is home to the historic Mission Santa Clara de Asís. Ranked among the top 15 percent of national universities by U.S. News & World Report, SCU has among the best four-year graduation rates in the nation and is rated by PayScale in the top 1 percent of universities with the highest-paid graduates. SCU has produced elite levels of Fulbright Scholars as well as four Rhodes Scholars. With undergraduate programs in arts and sciences, business, and engineering, and graduate programs in six disciplines, the curriculum blends high-tech innovation with social consciousness grounded in the tradition of Jesuit, Catholic education. For more information, see View source version on CONTACT: Media Contact Lisa Robinson | SCU Media Communications |[email protected]| 408-554-4982 KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: ENTREPRENEUR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PHILANTHROPY SMALL BUSINESS SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE INVESTING CONTINUING UNIVERSITY CONSUMER OTHER PHILANTHROPY EDUCATION SOURCE: Santa Clara University Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 06/30/2025 08:01 PM/DISC: 06/30/2025 08:01 PM
CBS News
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Chicago's Boom2Funny talks inspiration behind comedy, teaching kids on content creation
Chicago native Johnta Richmond, also known online as Boom2Funny, has over one million social media followers and is a TikTok sensation. The West Side turned South Sider credits his real-life experience for the success of his videos. "It kinda came from a real-life ex who's always popping up everywhere I go after we broke up, and then she knew everything about me, she knew my whole family, she knew everything, so I'm like I'm going to put in my kinda portrayal," he said. He said he didn't think that the postings would explode the way it has. "The very first time I did it, I did not, but the numbers went up. I got a million in one day, and I was like 'oh, okay,' and then I did one at a graduation with a boy who never met me before, he didn't know what was going on, walked up and di the video, and that video did 14 million," he said. Richmond is not just making content but also teaching kids how to make content safely through a program called Social Impact. "It's here to teach the kids how to use the internet in a safe way. We have so many kids posting with each other and getting into it, fights and killing, so I decided to come in and teach them content creation," he said. He sees the art of teaching content creation as a benefit to young people in the city, as "the internet is the new TV." "Chicago is so creative," he said. I teach from first grade all the way to 12th grade, so I get so many personalities." As for his videos, being accurate is key. "If you get a chance, check out any of the videos. I try to make it as accurate as possible, relative. Everybody has some kind of boom in them," he said. His videos can be found on YouTube and TikTok.
Indian Express
21-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Mohali: GMADA to acquire 713 acres for Eco City 3
In a move towards planned urban expansion, the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) is set to acquire 713.375 acres of land from multiple villages for the development of Eco City 3 in New Chandigarh. The villages identified for land acquisition include Rasulpur, Salamatpur, Dhodemajra, Takkipur, Rajgarh, Majra, Kartarpur, Kansala, and Hoshiarpur. The land will be acquired under the provisions of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. The area has already been declared a Resettlement Zone. 'This project is a key part of GMADA's strategy to transform New Chandigarh into a world-class city. It will not only offer modern living amenities but also boost the region's economic prospects,' an official said. Simultaneously, the Punjab government has initiated the process to acquire 309 acres in Mullanpur Garibdass village for low- and high-density residential development under the New Chandigarh Master Plan. The acquisition process began through a notification issued on November 15, 2022, under Section 4 of the Land Acquisition Act. A Social Impact Assessment by Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, emphasised the project's benefits, stating that 'its social advantages far outweigh the costs'. Expert groups also termed the proposed land as 'minimal and essential', highlighting its focus on balanced development and sustainability. Under the Resettlement Policy, affected families will receive a one-time annuity of Rs 5 lakh, a resettlement allowance of Rs 50,000, and complete waivers on stamp duty and registration charges. This policy was officially approved on February 29, 2025.
