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Here are some of the most interesting trends we uncovered after tracking, analyzing, and ranking 922 companies from the Russell 1000 across five stakeholder groups, including Workers, Customers, Communities, the Environment, and Shareholders.

Corporate-governance guru Ira Millstein has long promoted the view that companies have broader obligations than turning profits. Lately, some of America’s most influential CEOs have been taking a fresh look at that idea.

A new report released today by the nonprofit organization Ceres calls on corporate boards to systematically and explicitly oversee ESG risks as global climate and water crises worsen.

Offshoring by American companies has destroyed our manufacturing base and our capacity to develop new products and processes. It’s time for a national industrial policy.

Six creative standouts celebrating the 2020 Rankings.

If you want to know what changing the narrative on stakeholder capitalism looks like in action, watch our first Quarterly JUST Call.

These five companies are leading the way on the issues that matter most in the stakeholder economy. Here’s why they performed so well.

The Leading Measure of Corporate Performance in the Stakeholder Economy

It’s not really feasible to totally disconnect from the world and stop sharing any information. But it is feasible to find out which companies you can safely entrust your information to. Here’s how.

Only about one-third of the U.S. workforce feels enthusiastic about their job today. What’s an employer to do? The first step is understanding what actually attracts top talent and leads to a loyal and engaged workforce. Because it’s probably not what you think.

These five companies responded to scandals by taking responsibility and addressing the situation head on, proving that when handled correctly, a company absolutely can bounce back from controversy.

Since 1938, the U.S. federal government has established that workers are entitled to a base hourly wage. Which workers receive that minimum—and how much—has remained a political issue.

Discussing money with your friends and coworkers shouldn’t be taboo. It could be a powerful defining moment for everyone involved. Here’s why, plus how to bring it up without feeling rude or unprofessional.

The American public wants businesses to serve all stakeholders, including workers, customers, communities, and the environment. Here are eight things every corporate leader should do now to align more closely with the stakeholder model.

Free market enterprise is capable of producing extraordinary prosperity for all Americans – not just shareholders

Our 2019 Roadmap details the Issues and stakeholders the American public wants U.S. companies to prioritize most to restore declining trust and create an economy that works for more Americans.

Researchers found that men hold 62% of manager-level positions to women’s 38%—a disparity that researchers attribute to the gender gap in early-career promotions

Americans agree that corporations must play a role in protecting our planet, but what exactly does that look like? Here are six excellent examples.

BlackRock is investing heavily in a greener economy.

Transparency is more than sharing noble sentiments on the company’s “careers” page. Here’s what sets a truly transparent business apart and how disclosing detailed information about workplace policies benefits all key stakeholders.

How would you know if a company was truly committed to supporting their employees? Let these five companies be your guide. All are taking steps to benefit the workers who keep their businesses going day to day.

Perhaps you’re deciding whether to join a company or trying to figure out what’s missing in your own corporate culture. Either way, it’s worthwhile to get a sense of how your company compares. Start here!

Top CEOs agree: Businesses should commit to balancing the needs of workers, customers, communities, and more. But what might that actually look like? It’s exactly what these six companies are doing for the communities in which they work.

Our nation’s business leaders agree: The world’s problems are too profound for them to stand silently by. That’s why these chief executives are speaking out on gun control, immigration, sustainability, and more.

Tracking how Salesforce and other companies are investing in local education in their communities.