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CSRwire Press Releases, Events and Reports https://www.csrwire.com/rss/feed CSRwire Press Releases, Events and Reports en-US ALDI South Group’s Approach to CSDDD https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812381-aldi-south-groups-approach-csddd Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:10:14 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812381-aldi-south-groups-approach-csddd Workiva In this week’s episode of ESG Talk, Anke Ehlers, managing director of international sustainability at ALDI SOUTH Group, joins Workiva’s Andie Wood to discuss the complexities of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). <img alt="ESG Talk: ALDI SOUTH Group's Approach to CSDDD." data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d260025a-f603-4cda-9f2e-747ad85f2061" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/S3E38_ESG_Talk_Workiva_10.17.24A.jpg" width="640" /> In this week’s episode of ESG Talk, Anke Ehlers, managing director of international sustainability at ALDI SOUTH Group, joins Workiva’s Andie Wood to discuss the complexities of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Tune in as they discuss what this new regulation means for European companies and the steps ALDI SOUTH, one of the world’s largest supermarket chains, is taking to prepare for its implementation. <a href="https://newsroom.workiva.com/esg-talk" target="_blank">Listen Now</a> Looking for more? Subscribe to the ESG Talk podcast on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/esg-talk/id1622905439" target="_blank">Apple</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7dMHPiSMlZPneZkMBr7hEZ" target="_blank">Spotify</a>, and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7dMHPiSMlZPneZkMBr7hEZ" target="_blank">YouTube</a>. ESG Talk is brought to you by Workiva, the world’s only unified platform for financial reporting, ESG, audit, and risk. Learn more at <a href="https://www.workiva.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">workiva.com</a>. , full_html, In this week’s episode of ESG Talk, Anke Ehlers, managing director of international sustainability at ALDI SOUTH Group, joins Workiva’s Andie Wood to discuss the complexities of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Chemours and Technopolis Announce Partnership, Creating Three Years of STEM Opportunities for Local Youth https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812376-chemours-and-technopolis-announce-partnership-creating-three-years-stem Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:00:05 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812376-chemours-and-technopolis-announce-partnership-creating-three-years-stem The Chemours Company Chemours Belgium has launched a three-year partnership with Technopolis, the Flemish science and technology discovery center. <img alt="2 people sitting at a booth at a conference " data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="82d47551-65da-4be9-954a-2865556a8bc5" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/technopolis_Chemours_92724.png" width="640" /> Chemours Belgium has launched a three-year partnership with <a href="https://www.technopolis.be/en/" target="_blank">Technopolis</a>, the Flemish science and technology discovery center. The collaboration is officially sealed in the presence of local authorities and Chemours’ President & CEO Denise Dignam, who is visiting Belgium specifically for this occasion. "Our collaboration with Technopolis provides a unique opportunity to inspire and engage more young people with STEM at a time when demand for these skills is high, but the number of students in STEM fields is low," said Denise Dignam, President & CEO of Chemours. "We want to introduce students, regardless of their background, to the possibilities of science and technology and encourage them to explore the world of STEM. Our partnership with Technopolis makes that a hands-on reality for local students." Chemours will sponsor class visits to Technopolis, allowing students from Mechelen and the surrounding area to participate in exciting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities at no cost. Additionally, Chemours will contribute to the development of new interactive exhibits and experiments designed to spark young people's interest in science and technology. The need for more STEM investments The shortage of STEM professionals in Flanders is growing, as highlighted by the <a href="https://publicaties.vlaanderen.be/view-file/65755" target="_blank">STEM-monitor 2024</a>. The share of STEM education in secondary schools has fallen to 37%, while Flanders aims to reach 40% by the 2030-2031 school year. Furthermore, the proportion of girls in STEM remains far below the 20% target for 2030-2031, with just 6.4% in vocational education and 13.7% in technical education. Chemours aims to improve these figures by making STEM more accessible and is investing in this partnership with Technopolis to inspire young people and reduce barriers to STEM education. Diversity and inclusion as key focus areas Chemours is committed to making STEM education more accessible to young people from under-resourced and under-represented backgrounds. In fact, by 2030, Chemours has set a goal to <a href="https://www.chemours.com/en/sustainability/2030-goals/community-impact/vibrant-communities" target="_blank">invest $50 million</a> in communities where it operates to improve lives by increasing access to STEM skills and other key programming. Partnering with organizations like Technopolis, alongside Chemours’ school partner and scholarship programming, will meaningful contribute to advancing a more equitable and diverse future STEM workforce. Collaboration with local school To celebrate the launch of the new partnership, Chemours has invited students from Technische Scholen Mechelen (a Chemours’ ChemFEST <a href="https://www.chemours.com/en/about-chemours/global-reach/belgium/belgium-news/belgium-signs-chemfest-partnership-with-tsm" target="_blank">partner school</a>) to be the first to participate in the Technopolis workshops under the partnership. "The presence of students at this launch demonstrates the value of involving them in practical learning experiences at a young age," added Ferdy Onink, Plant Manager of Chemours Mechelen. "We want to show them that a career in STEM is not only exciting but also accessible to everyone." <a href="https://www.3blmedia.com/track?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chemours.com%2Fen%2F-%2Fmedia%2Ffiles%2Fcorporate%2Fsustainability%2F2023%2Fforward-looking-statements-and-other-information.pdf%3Frev%3D76c672f7e3f44d1fb4b01bb72f109e20&n=1273831" target="_blank">Forward-looking statements and other information.</a> , full_html, Chemours Belgium has launched a three-year partnership with Technopolis, the Flemish science and technology discovery center. Northern Trust Names Srilatha Lakkaraju Director of Charitable Giving Solutions https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812371-northern-trust-names-srilatha-lakkaraju-director-charitable-giving-solutions Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:50:07 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812371-northern-trust-names-srilatha-lakkaraju-director-charitable-giving-solutions Northern Trust Corporation Northern Trust announced today that Srilatha Lakkaraju has joined the Foundation & Institutional Advisors (FIA) practice as the Director of Charitable Giving Solutions. CHICAGO, October 21, 2024 /CSRwire/ - Northern Trust announced today that Srilatha Lakkaraju has joined the Foundation & Institutional Advisors (FIA) practice as the Director of Charitable Giving Solutions. In this role, Lakkaraju will oversee the national strategy and implementation of the Donor Advised Fund and Private Foundation Administration solutions. Prior to joining Northern Trust, Lakkaraju was a Senior Vice President, Philanthropic Client Manager at Bank of America for 14 years where she managed private foundations and nonprofit organizations nationwide. She provided thought leadership, education and insights to her private foundation and nonprofit clients. Earlier in her career, Lakkaraju worked in public policy advocating and lobbying for nonprofit tax policy, governance and compliance issues. “I am excited to have Srilatha join our Foundation & Institutional Advisors team,” said Darius A. Gill, National Practice Executive for FIA. “Her expertise will be invaluable as we continue to accelerate the growth of our Donor Advised Fund and Private Foundation Administration solutions.” Lakkaraju graduated with a Master of Science in Public Service from DePaul University. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Management of Information Systems from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Northern Trust’s Foundation & Institutional Advisors (FIA) practice serves nonprofit organizations and private foundations through sophisticated investment management solutions, strategic insights and world-class resources. FIA provides investment advice, oversight, asset servicing and related services to help nonprofit organizations achieve financial and philanthropic goals; in collaboration with trustees, board and investment committee members. FIA also supports clients with sophisticated Donor Advised Fund and Private Foundation Administration solutions. More information about Northern Trust Foundation and Institutional Advisors can be found at <a href="http://www.northerntrust.com/FIA" target="_blank">www.northerntrust.com/FIA</a>. Northern Trust Wealth Management offers holistic wealth management services for affluent individuals and families, family offices, foundations and endowments, and privately held businesses. It is recognized for its innovative technology, service excellence and depth of expertise, with $419.4 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2024. The Northern Trust Company is an Equal Housing Lender. Member FDIC. About Northern Trust Northern Trust Corporation (Nasdaq: NTRS) is a leading provider of wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking to corporations, institutions, affluent families and individuals. Founded in Chicago in 1889, Northern Trust has a global presence with offices in 24 U.S. states and Washington, D.C., and across 22 locations in Canada, Europe, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. As of June 30, 2024, Northern Trust had assets under custody/administration of US$16.6 trillion, and assets under management of US$1.5 trillion. For more than 130 years, Northern Trust has earned distinction as an industry leader for exceptional service, financial expertise, integrity and innovation. Visit us on <a href="https://www.northerntrust.com/home" target="_blank">northerntrust.com</a>. Follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/NorthernTrust" target="_blank">X</a> (formerly Twitter) @NorthernTrust or Northern Trust Corporation on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/northern-trust/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. Northern Trust Corporation, Head Office: 50 South La Salle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603 U.S.A., incorporated with limited liability in the U.S. Global legal and regulatory information can be found at <a href="https://www.northerntrust.com/terms-and-conditions" target="_blank">https://www.northerntrust.com/terms-and-conditions</a>. , full_html, Northern Trust announced today that Srilatha Lakkaraju has joined the Foundation & Institutional Advisors (FIA) practice as the Director of Charitable Giving Solutions. Collaborating With Global Colleagues: Meet Marc Hillebrand https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812366-collaborating-global-colleagues-meet-marc-hillebrand Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:40:09 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812366-collaborating-global-colleagues-meet-marc-hillebrand GoDaddy In product marketing, my team acts as a bridge between different departments such as marketing, product management and sales/care. Our main job is to ensure that information flows smoothly between these departments, while keeping our customers' needs at the forefront. <img alt="Marc Hillebrand; Senior Product Manager, GoDaddy Germany." data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d4b24598-7df9-4f57-8e0e-026527bb2a88" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Marc%20Hillebrand_GoDaddy_10.17.24A.png" width="640" /> <a href="https://www.godaddy.com/resources/news/collaborating-with-global-colleagues-meet-marc-hillebrand" target="_blank">Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library</a> Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do here at GoDaddy. Hi, I'm Marc and I work as a Senior Marketing Manager at GoDaddy. I'm originally from Cologne, Germany. Although I love travelling and experiencing life in different countries, Cologne will always be my home. My journey with GoDaddy started eight years ago. At that time, I was a working student at Host Europe while writing my Master's thesis. Host Europe was part of the HEG Group, which was acquired by GoDaddy in 2016. Since then, I've held various roles in local and global product marketing for different brands. Right now I'm focused on the German market. What I love most about my job is the variety and excitement - it's never boring and there's always something new to tackle. What real-life problems does your team solve? In product marketing, my team acts as a bridge between different departments such as marketing, product management and sales/care. Our main job is to ensure that information flows smoothly between these departments, while keeping our customers' needs at the forefront. This means writing detailed briefings for marketing campaigns, helping to launch new products and trying to understand what the local market needs so that we can adapt our products accordingly. At the moment, I am focusing on three different brands within the German market. The fun and challenging part is tailoring our strategies to meet the unique needs of our customers. <img alt="" "" data-align="center" data-caption="Enjoying winter days in Germany with my wife." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="633a0dd6-5000-4880-8cb2-e43977cff19c" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Marc%20Hillebrand_GoDaddy_10.17.24B_0.png" width="400" /> What has driven your growth most through your career? Empathy, good people skills, and clear communication have been key to my career growth. As I link different departments, it's important to maintain good relationships and understand what each person needs. In product marketing, we work with people who have different levels of knowledge - from beginners to experts. So, it is important to explain things clearly and simply. It makes teamwork easier and more efficient. Understanding and meeting the needs of different departments helps to create a positive and productive working environment, which has been essential for my professional development. What advice would you give to an individual who is interested in a career in Product Marketing? You should always seek learning opportunities. The role of a Product Marketing Manager (PMM) isn't something you learn at university, and new ideas come up all the time. Think from the customer's perspective: if something isn't clear to you, it's likely to be even more confusing to them. When that happens, dig deeper until you understand it completely. And remember, it's okay not to know everything. That's why you work with experts. The great thing about this job is that you're always learning something new, which keeps things interesting. <img alt="" "" data-align="center" data-caption="GoDaddy Germany team at Service Provider awards. &nbsp;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="643404f6-50bd-44e8-93e4-9e6b16a3b4e3" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Marc%20Hillebrand_GoDaddy_10.17.24C.png" width="400" /> How do you feel that the organization supports you to do things that are important to you? GoDaddy offers amazing flexibility through its remote work options, which is great for balancing my personal and professional life. I have colleagues all over the world - from Australia to America. Being able to work from different locations means I can travel and work at the same time. Working with people from different cultures enriches my life and makes the world feel smaller and more connected. What do you enjoy doing outside of work? Outside of work, I like to spend time with family and friends. I like to play football (soccer) and volleyball, and I also like group activities like cooking. These activities help me relax. When I have more time, I like to travel with my wife. We enjoy discovering new cultures and soaking up the sun, especially to escape the cold and wet winters in Germany. Travelling helps recharge my batteries, gain new perspectives, and generate fresh ideas. <img alt="" "" data-align="center" data-caption="Travelling to India with my wife, where we met Shibasis from the Indian PMM team." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="36de09dd-940e-4946-8af1-456cf17ecb77" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Marc%20Hillebrand_GoDaddy_10.17.24D.png" width="400" /> Are you enjoying this series and want to know more about life at GoDaddy? Check out our GoDaddy Life social pages! Follow us to meet our team, learn more about our culture (Teams, ERGs, Locations), careers, and so much more. You’re more than just your day job, so come propel your career with us. <ul> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GoDaddyLife" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/godaddylife/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/godaddylife" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/GoDaddyLife" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@godaddylife" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a></li> <li><a href="https://careers.godaddy.com/" rel="follow" target="_blank">Career Page</a></li> </ul> <img alt="" "" data-align="center" data-caption="Taking a Cooking class during a German off-site with Shirsh." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="9be3c224-43cf-45c7-88a3-fdc84d06d5b2" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Marc%20Hillebrand_GoDaddy_10.17.24E.png" width="400" />   , full_html, In product marketing, my team acts as a bridge between different departments such as marketing, product management and sales/care. Our main job is to ensure that information flows smoothly between these departments, while keeping our customers' needs at the forefront. My Special Aflac Duck® Lands in the Big Apple https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812361-my-special-aflac-duckr-lands-big-apple Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:30:47 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812361-my-special-aflac-duckr-lands-big-apple Aflac Incorporated In September — honoring Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month — My Special Aflac Duck® found its way to New York City, delivering smiles to pediatric cancer and sickle cell patients at The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein in the Bronx. <center><iframe allow="accelerometer; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="370" src="https://www.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/2024-10/my_special_aflac_duck_delivery_at_children%27s_hospital_of_montefiore__Aflac_10.17.24B.mp4" width="100%"></iframe></center> <a href="https://newsroom.aflac.com/My-Special-Aflac-Duck-R-lands-in-the-Big-Apple" target="_blank">Originally published on Aflac Newsroom</a> In September — honoring Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month — My Special Aflac Duck® found its way to New York City, delivering smiles to pediatric cancer and sickle cell patients at The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein in the Bronx. In partnership with Sunrise Day Camp, Aflac also gave these children and their families a day of fun activities, including arts and crafts — where they created beaded bracelets and birth certificates for their new cuddly companions — coloring pages, and of course, duck-themed snacks. My Special Aflac Duck is a social robot powered by innovative technology that helps kids prepare for medical procedures, communicate their feelings, practice distraction techniques and more. A recent three-year study revealed that both parents and caregivers reported a reduction in distress, nausea, pain and treatment — and procedural anxiety — for their children who received My Special Aflac Duck, compared to those in the study who had not yet received a duck. <img alt="My Special Aflac Duck, Montefiore Children's Hospital." data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="63fba0bc-8ab5-4443-9f25-ef1cb0a117ea" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/My%20Special%20Aflac%20Duck%20Montefiore%20Childrens_Aflac_10.17.24A.jpg" width="640" /> Since the first duck delivery in 2018, Aflac has placed more than 32,000 My Special Aflac Ducks in the hands of pediatric cancer and sickle cell patients ages 3 and up free of charge, providing comfort and joy during their treatment journeys. The My Special Aflac Duck program is a hallmark of Aflac's more than $184 million given toward pediatric cancer and blood disorder research and programs, including support of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Health care providers, support organizations and families can order My Special Aflac Duck free of charge for children 3 years or older who have been diagnosed with cancer or sickle cell disease at <a href="https://www.aflacchildhoodcancer.org/" target="_blank">MySpecialAflacDuck.com</a>. , full_html, In September — honoring Childhood Cancer and Sickle Cell Awareness Month — My Special Aflac Duck® found its way to New York City, delivering smiles to pediatric cancer and sickle cell patients at The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein in the Bronx. My Quest Story - Adam Slough https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812356-my-quest-story-adam-slough Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:20:13 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812356-my-quest-story-adam-slough Quest Diagnostics Over the past 29 years, my time with Quest Diagnostics in St. Louis, Missouri, has been more than just a job, but like a second home to me. <img alt="Adam Slough standing by a Quest car outside" data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7dd6ddf0-060b-40fa-af2d-29c130a58c61" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Adam-Slough_questdiagnostics_100124.jpg" width="640" /> Over the past 29 years, my time with Quest Diagnostics in St. Louis, Missouri, has been more than just a job, but like a second home to me. I first came to the company in 1995, when it was then Smith Kline Beecham, and worked as a Specimen Processor with many duties. In that role, I was a member of the ‘Late Team’ whose primary task was locating what could sometimes be hundreds of specimens that needed to be tracked down from the manifest. I believe this role gave me the skills that led to my current position as a driver for the Logistics team and even recently winning an employee recognition award almost 30 years later. In 2002, I became an independent courier and served as a swing driver exclusively for Quest for 11 years. In this position, I ran routes in parts of 4 states almost always ‘blind’ (slang term for no training) and at a moment’s notice. In late 2012, I became a regular route driver which I continue to do today. My experiences as a swing driver prepared me to be a full-time courier, including one incident where I discovered more than 200 specimens after getting a cancellation notice for a stop. I knew to still check the location, and there were patient samples, despite being told to skip that stop. Quest has done a lot for my growth potential, both as a man and as a parent. When I first started, I was still a kid as far as maturity goes. My supervisors were always patient with me; they allowed me to make mistakes and grow from them. It’s a pleasure for me to do my job every day, and my real family has also been a part of my Quest family. My aunt has been a microbiologist for 35 years, my mother was a courier for 10 years, and my wife has been a phlebotomist for 2 years. It's the people here who make it a pleasure to serve. They deserve a lot of the credit for me being here today. And knowing that we are helping patients make a difference in their lives can be very inspiring. For others who may want to work here, it can be a great opportunity. Always remember that first and foremost, we are working for a patient whose test is on the line. That lifeline is what sets us apart from other companies. My best advice is to learn and understand the ‘big picture’ and how your role supports that. It has been an honor to be here for 29 years. I only hope I can be fortunate to serve 29 more. Thank you to everyone who has supported me along the way. , full_html, Over the past 29 years, my time with Quest Diagnostics in St. Louis, Missouri, has been more than just a job, but like a second home to me. American Airlines leaders join OBAP board, honoring legacy of David E. Harris https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812351-american-airlines-leaders-join-obap-board-honoring-legacy-david-e-harris Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:10:15 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812351-american-airlines-leaders-join-obap-board-honoring-legacy-david-e-harris American Airlines American Airlines is proud to announce that two of its leaders, Capt. Cory Glenn and Krystal McCoy, have been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Organization of Black Aviation Professionals (OBAP). <img alt="An American Airlines plane in the sky" data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a4935437-0caf-476b-8246-4d1e339b8c97" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Aeroplane_American%20Airlines_100824.jpg" width="640" /> FORT WORTH, Texas, October 21, 2024 /CSRwire/ - American Airlines is proud to announce that two of its leaders, Capt. Cory Glenn and Krystal McCoy, have been appointed to the Board of Directors of the <a href="https://obap.org/" target="_blank">Organization of Black Aviation Professionals</a> (OBAP), a nonprofit dedicated to the encouragement and advancement of minorities in aviation and aerospace careers. OBAP encourages diversity in the industry by supporting aspiring aerospace professionals through mentoring, scholarships, training and youth-focused education programs. Capt. Glenn and McCoy’s appointments reflect their successful contributions to the organization’s mission and American’s commitment to creating access and opportunities to careers in aviation. “One of our airline’s greatest responsibilities is not only creating a path for future Black aviation professionals, but nurturing that path and the people on it,” said American’s Chief Operating Officer David Seymour. “That’s the important work that Cory and Krystal do every day and what we’re proud to see them do as part of OBAP’s board.” <img alt="headshot of Capt. Cory Glenn" data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8f791739-de71-4d8b-8260-99feb8768943" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Cory-Glenn_American%20Airlines_100824.jpg" width="400" /> About American’s new OBAP Board of Directors members Capt. Cory Glenn, a check pilot on the Boeing 777, has a long history of service in both the military and commercial aviation. As the Director of Pilot Recruiting & Development, Capt. Glenn played a significant role attracting and increasing the number of female pilots and pilots of color flying at American. He’s been a member of OBAP since 1998 and directed or co-directed the organization’s ACE Academies, which provides middle and high school youth with exposure to opportunities in aerospace, for more than a decade. Krystal McCoy, Director, Airports and Technical Operations Recruitment, brings a wealth of experience in talent acquisition and leadership to the OBAP board. Having developed diverse candidate pipelines for technical groups, including pilots, engineers and aviation maintenance technicians at multiple commercial airlines, McCoy has been instrumental in advancing equity and inclusion across the industry. “We are thrilled to have Cory and Krystal join the OBAP board,” said Tennesse Garvey, OBAP Board Chair. “Their leadership and expertise will be invaluable as we continue to work toward our mission of providing support, mentorship and opportunities for Black aerospace professionals.” The appointments of Capt. Glenn and McCoy to OBAP’s board also honors the legacy of <a href="https://news.aa.com/news/news-details/2024/Remembering-Capt-David-E-Harris/default.aspx" target="_blank">Capt. David E. Harris</a>, a founding member of OBAP, who was the first Black commercial airline pilot hired by American in 1964. Harris’ pioneering work paved the way for countless others in the industry, and his legacy continues to inspire and motivate those who follow in his footsteps. <img alt="Headshot of Krystal McCoy" data-align="center" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="72c5a7c6-29a4-47eb-95ef-6435b9635f9e" src="https://back.3blmedia.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Krystal-McCoy_American%20Airlines_100824.jpg" width="400" /> About American Airlines Group As a leading global airline, American Airlines offers thousands of flights per day to more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries. The airline is a founding member of the oneworld® alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe. Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol AAL. Learn more about what’s happening at American by visiting <a href="http://news.aa.com/" target="_blank">news.aa.com</a> and connect with American <a href="https://x.com/AmericanAir" target="_blank">@AmericanAir</a> and at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AmericanAirlines" target="_blank">Facebook.com/AmericanAirlines</a>. To Care for People on Life’s Journey®. , full_html, American Airlines is proud to announce that two of its leaders, Capt. Cory Glenn and Krystal McCoy, have been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Organization of Black Aviation Professionals (OBAP). Bloomberg Launches Solution to Help Investors Assess Their Exposure to Nature and Biodiversity-Related Risks https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812346-bloomberg-launches-solution-help-investors-assess-their-exposure-nature-and Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:00:22 EDT https://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/812346-bloomberg-launches-solution-help-investors-assess-their-exposure-nature-and Bloomberg Unveiled on the eve of Nature COP 16, the tool provides investors with actionable insights to understand and manage their dependency on nature and the impact of their investments <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/company/press/bloomberg-nature-and-biodiversity-solution/" target="_blank">Originally published on bloomberg.com</a> Unveiled on the eve of Nature COP 16, the tool provides investors with actionable insights to understand and manage their dependency on nature and the impact of their investments  The tool combines Bloomberg’s best in class data with leading sources of nature and biodiversity data Bloomberg announced today the launch of data and analytics designed to offer investors a comprehensive assessment of nature-related impacts and dependencies across a company and its value chain, for up to 45,000 companies. Among its most distinctive features, the offering is powered by a broad set of company-reported Bloomberg data with full transparency to source, and features biodiversity indicators underpinned by the Natural History Museum’s Biodiversity Intactness Index (BII), water stress analysis using World Resources Institute data, deforestation risk analysis, as well as detailed insights on actions companies are taking to reduce nature loss. Furthermore, Bloomberg’s ESG financial materiality scores now factor in biodiversity and natural capital data reported by companies, for sectors where this is relevant. Almost $1 trillion of annual financing will be needed by 2030 to sustainably manage biodiversity and maintain the integrity of ecosystems, according to analysis from research provider <a href="https://about.bnef.com/blog/1-trillion-to-protect-biodiversity-is-cheaper-than-the-cost-of-inaction/" target="_blank">BloombergNEF</a>. This pales in comparison to the anticipated economic cost of biodiversity loss, which the World Bank estimates could result in a decline in global GDP of $2.7 trillion annually by 2030. Available on the Bloomberg Terminal and via Data License, the new offering combines Bloomberg’s trusted datasets on company revenue segmentation, supply chains and asset locations with nature and biodiversity-related geospatial data. The insights provided include: percentage of company revenue in high nature-risk sectors, involvement in commodities associated with deforestation, percentage of assets in pristine areas, exposure to areas with water stress, and management of nature-related risks such as governance and policies, sustainable sourcing of natural commodities, as well as pollution, waste and water management practices. Christian O’Dwyer, Nature Solutions Product Manager at Bloomberg said: “The dependency of societies and economies on nature is widely recognized, but evaluating the nature-related risks of companies is complex and can not be reduced to a single metric. With Bloomberg’s new offering, users get a comprehensive assessment of all aspects of a company’s dependency and impact on nature, which can be integrated into decision-making through both Bloomberg Terminal and Enterprise Data Solutions. By collaborating with the Natural History Museum, we’re able to provide science-based biodiversity metrics that better reflect the broader ecological context in areas where companies operate than other indicators.” The offering helps investors assess their exposure to nature-related risks, make nature-aware investment decisions and align reporting with the recommendations of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures, by answering the following questions: <ul> <li>Is nature and biodiversity financially material to a company and its value chain?</li> <li>How exposed is the company to areas of high risk to ecosystem health or high water stress?</li> <li>Does the company have appropriate nature-related governance structures and is it taking action on drivers of nature loss?</li> <li>Could the company benefit from nature-related opportunities?</li> </ul> The analysis of biodiversity-related risks relies on a combination of the<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/company/press/the-natural-history-museum-and-bloomberg-team-up-to-make-the-museums-biodiversity-intactness-index-available-to-financial-markets-for-the-first-time/" target="_blank"> Natural History Museum’s Biodiversity Intactness Index (BII) </a>with Bloomberg’s physical assets data. The BII is a science-based metric which maps the world’s landmass and provides an estimated percentage of the natural biodiversity still present in any given area, using data on over 60,000 unique species in combination with measures of human pressures on nature and statistical modeling approaches. The data and analytics are available on ESG Nature <GO> and via Data Licence, more information is available <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/professional/solutions/sustainable-finance/natural-climate-solutions/#overview" target="_blank">here</a>.  Clients can readily access ESG data on the Bloomberg Terminal via {ESGD <GO>} or across their enterprise via Data License at<a href="http://data.bloomberg.com/" target="_blank"> data.Bloomberg.com</a> for use in proprietary or third-party applications in their cloud environment of choice. Through Data License Plus (DL+) ESG Manager, Bloomberg connects customers’ ESG data workflows to the full power of Bloomberg’s datasets as well as data from vendor partners, so clients can unlock maximum value with ease. For more information, visit<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/professional/solution/sustainable-finance/" target="_blank"> Bloomberg Sustainable Finance Solutions</a>.[2] Media Contact  Anna Schoeffler, +33 6 75 54 70 92, aschoeffler1@bloomberg.net About Bloomberg  Bloomberg is a global leader in business and financial information, delivering trusted data, news, and insights that bring transparency, efficiency, and fairness to markets. The company helps connect influential communities across the global financial ecosystem via reliable technology solutions that enable our customers to make more informed decisions and foster better collaboration. For more information, visit<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/company" target="_blank"> Bloomberg.com/company</a> or<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/professional/request-demo/?utm_source=bbg-pr&bbgsum=dg-ws-core-pr" target="_blank"> request a demo</a>. About The Natural History Museum  The Natural History Museum is a world-leading science centre and one of the most visited attractions in the UK. A global source of curiosity, inspiration and joy. Our vision is to build a future in which both people and the planet thrive. We aim to be a catalyst for change, engaging advocates for the planet in everything that we do. Our 350 scientists are finding solutions to the planetary emergency in all aspects of life. Visit, join and support the Natural History Museum today. Protecting the planet. It’s in our nature. , full_html, Unveiled on the eve of Nature COP 16, the tool provides investors with actionable insights to understand and manage their dependency on nature and the impact of their investments