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NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Curiosity and allyship drive inclusion for people of color in the workplace, according to a new study from Catalyst. Conversely, the study, «Allyship and Curiosity Drive Inclusion for People of Color at Work,» cautions senior leaders to avoid performative allyship, which often maintains the status quo by appearing to support change without making real, equitable change for employees.

Report co-author Sheila Brassel, PhD, says curiosity in leaders fuels allyship by allowing them «to access the specific information about diversity, difference, and their colleagues» that they need to become more effective change agents.

«As we continue to experience the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and of social justice movements across the globe, leaders of organizations have an opportunity to become true allies to employees of color,» said Catalyst President & CEO Lorraine Hariton. «We hope this study serves as a guide for senior leaders and managers to cultivate and lead inclusive workplaces.»

The report advances earlier Catalyst research that shows inclusive leaders increase experiences of acceptance and inclusion at work for people of color, which boosts retention of these employees.

In the report:

• Allyship is defined as a means of «actively supporting people from marginalized groups … using as much institutional, social, and/or cultural privilege or power as you have to advocate» for them. 
• Curiosity is defined as «proactively seeking out different points of view, listening to others, learning, and reflecting on what you’ve heard.» A curious leader should be «open to new perspectives, welcome respectful exchanges of ideas, and channel their learning into action.»

The study also warns against performative allyship—appearing to speak out against various injustices without actually changing one’s behavior or actively advocating against structures that uphold that injustice.

The report’s data was collected through the Catalyst Inclusion Accelerator, a diagnostic tool that evaluates and monitors how employees and workplace teams are experiencing inclusion.

This study reports survey results from 274 people of color working in the United States (52% women, 47% men, 1% did not indicate gender, 0% trans or non-binary). Respondents work across industry sectors, including engineering, administration/ general management, finance, research and development, and computer/ information systems.

Learn more and download the study.

About Catalyst
Catalyst is a global nonprofit working with some of the world’s most powerful CEOs and leading companies to help build workplaces that work for women. Founded in 1962, Catalyst drives change with pioneering research, practical tools, and proven solutions to accelerate and advance women into leadership—because progress for women is progress for everyone.

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DUBLIN, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Sustainable Solutions Create Growth Opportunities in the Global Food & Beverage Water and Wastewater Treatment» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

The food & beverage industry is one of the most sensitive in terms of economic shifts and consumer preferences. Turning water challenges into business opportunities is seen not only as a chance to improve water efficiency and save money but more significantly as a powerful marketing tool, so consumers see a brand as sustainable and concerned about the environment.

This study focuses on water sustainability in food & beverage processing and packaging. Water and wastewater treatment is analysed in six main segments: design and engineering services, water treatment technologies, wastewater treatment technologies, process control and management, treatment chemicals, and operation and maintenance services.

The industry is moving toward smart, highly connected, and collaborative plants with a focus on control and predictability of products, processing, and resources. The COVID-19 pandemic’s effects continue to reverberate throughout many industries in 2020, and might result in some major investments and upgrades being postponed or planned using a longer-term perspective.

Growth areas are related to closing the water loop, pursuing value chain excellence, incorporating digital solutions, and reducing the environmental footprint of operations (the food-energy-water nexus).

Key Issues Addressed

• What is the current status of the food & beverage industry, and how is the industry transforming to meet future sustainability demands and keep up with profitability while limiting any negative effects?
• What trends are shaping today’s and tomorrow’s food & beverage industry?
• What are the key drivers and restraints in the global food & beverage water and wastewater treatment market?
• What are the top growth and strategic investment opportunities and for the sustainable food & beverage water and wastewater industry of the future?
• What are the historical, current, and future market sizes, and which technologies, solutions, and regions are expected to witness the highest growth rates over the forecast period?
• Which industry leaders are best positioned to incorporate a circular economy, digitalisation, innovations, efficiency and self-sufficiency, water security, corporate water stewardship, and water sustainability?

Key Topics Covered:

Executive Dashboard

• Purpose of this Experiential Study
• 5-Step Process to Transformational Growth
• Strategic Imperatives for a Sustainable Food & Beverage Water and Wastewater Treatment Industry

Growth Environment – Market Overview

• Market Overview and Scope of the Report
• Market Definitions
• Market Segmentation
• Key Questions this Study will Answer
• Market Drivers and Restraints

Executive Summary

• Top 5 Messages
• Industry Water Footprint
• Global Pressures on the Industry
• Revenue Forecast
• Market Share by Region
• Market Share by Segment
• The Food & Beverage Industry Transition
• Growth Opportunities Linked to a Modern Industrial Water Approach
• Food & Beverage Industry Sustainability Strategy
• Top Growth Opportunities

Industry Overview

• Food & Beverage Industry Overview
• Sector Growth Potential

Market Trends

• Global Pressures Impacting the Food & Beverage Water and Wastewater Treatment Market
• Attaining UN SDGs Through Water
• CSR in the Food & Beverage Industry
• Themes Driving Change in the Food & Beverage Industry
• Industry Transformation Starts with the Customer’s Decision at the Shop Shelf
• The Future of Management in Food & Beverage Production Facilities
• Smart Food & Beverage Factory of the Future
• Examples of Innovative Technologies and Solutions Dedicated to Sustainable Food & Beverage Industry Operations

Water Footprint and Sustainable Strategy of the Food & Beverage Industry

• Water Use in Food & Beverage Industry Operations
• The Food-Water-Energy Nexus
• Mitigating Water Stress in the Food & Beverage Industry
• Treatment Technologies
• Industry Under Pressure
• Sustainability Strategy
• Water Sustainability – An Opportunity or a Duty?

Market Forecasts

• Revenue Forecast
• Revenue Forecast Discussion
• Revenue Forecast by Segment
• Growth Opportunities by Segment
• Growth Opportunities by Segment Discussion
• Water Treatment Equipment Subsegments
• Wastewater Treatment Equipment Subsegments

Regional Analysis of the Food & Beverage Water and Wastewater Treatment Market

• Growth Opportunities by Region
• Revenue Forecast Discussion
• Revenue Forecast by Segment

Visioning Scenarios (Asset Management Companies)

• Total Water Solution Concept – Turnkey Project Delivery
• Successful Business Model – Exceeding End Users’ Expectations and Constant Improvements in the Level of Services
• How End Users Benefit from Comprehensive Solution Providers
• Examples of Comprehensive Water Solution Providers for the Food & Beverage Industry

Vision and Strategy – Growth Opportunities

• Top Growth Opportunities
• Growth Opportunity 1 – Reducing Water Consumption
• Taking Control of Water Consumption
• Example of Holistic Water Management Approach – PepsiCo’s Resource Conservation (ReCon) Programme
• Growth Opportunity 2 – Reusing and Recycling of Wastewater with Increased Water Supply Independence
• Growth Opportunity 3 – Incorporating Renewables and Seeking Energy Independence
• Case Study – Arla Foods and Veolia Water Working Together to Maximise Water and Energy Recovery
• Growth Opportunity 4 – Utilising Alternative Water Resources
• Growth Opportunity 5 – Implementing Sustainable Productivity
• Sustainable and Environmentally Neutral Factories: Producing More Using Less
• Case Study – PepsiCo ‘Near Net Zero’ Footprint Factory
• Growth Opportunity 6 – Switching to Advanced and Neutral Chemicals
• Key Criteria in Development of Chemicals for Food & Beverage Industry Application
• Growth Opportunity 7 – Utilising Smart Data Management
• General Concept of Food & Beverage Industry Digital Footprint
• Mitigating Key Water-related Challenges with Data-based Predictive Analytics
• Growth Opportunity 8 – Taking the Lead in Creating a Better Environment for People and Local Communities
• Growth Opportunity 9 – Entering Niche Food & Beverage Markets
• Investment Opportunities

End Users’ Perspective (Food & Beverage Companies)

• Top 10 Global Food & Beverage Companies
• Sustainable Practices
• Examples of Industry Leaders’ Sustainable Water Approach

The Last Word

Growth Opportunities Matrix

• Identifying Your Company’s Growth Zone
• Growth Opportunities 1-9 – Vision and Strategy
• Growth Opportunities Matrix

Growth Strategy and Implementation

• Growth Strategies for Your Company
• Prioritised Opportunities through Implementation

Companies Mentioned

• Arla Foods
• PepsiCo
• Veolia Water

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CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Robert R. McCormick Foundation, GCR Consulting and the Executive Service Corps are launching the second cohort of the Leadership in Democracy Program in late January 2021. The Program strives to develop high-capacity civic leaders, representative of the communities they serve, who invite constituent participation and advocate for and implement inclusive policies.

«We are thrilled to expand our program through partnerships with Executive Service Corps with one-on-one coaching from seasoned executives, GCR Consulting to develop a shared cohort learning experience, and the ‘Managing to Change the World’ training through the Management Center to further support capacity-building with our leaders,» said Sonia Mathew, program officer at the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

The McCormick Foundation works with communities in Chicagoland and across Illinois to develop educated, informed, and engaged citizens, offering assistance to communities, strengthening democracy, and helping to ensure that all families and children have the opportunities they need to flourish.

By investing in senior leaders within leading Foundation grantee organizations, prioritizing leaders of color, and connecting them with executive coaching and other management training and supports, these leaders can enhance inclusiveness and impact at their organizations and contribute to a more robust pipeline of civic leadership talent in the region.

«We at the Executive Service Corps have been fulfilling our mission of helping make nonprofits successful by providing consulting and executive coaching services to nonprofits for over 40 years'» said Rachelle Jervis Chopra, President and CEO of Executive Service Corps, expressed the organization’s honor in partnering with the McCormick Foundation on this Program. «The Foundation’s leadership in support of our democracy is inspiring, particularly during these challenging times. Our executive coaches are delighted to work with the incredible members of the 2021 Leadership in Democracy cohort who lead a wide range of critical community institutions dedicated to improving our democracy.»

The Executive Service Corps’ mission is helping make nonprofits successful. To achieve the Executive Service Corps’ mission, it provides consulting, coaching, and professional services to other nonprofit organizations impacting 1.2 million people annually.

«The work of the Democracy grantees in civic education, journalism, and invigorating public institutions is more important than ever. I am excited to work with the cohort to co-create a learning experience that equips these leaders with the tools and strategies that will enable their organizations to thrive,» added Genita C. Robinson, Principal, GCR Consulting.

The participants selected for the 2021 Leadership in Democracy Program are:

• Adeshina Emmanuel, Injustice Watch
• Alisa Kaplan, Reform for Illinois
• Anwulika Anigbo, Invisible institute
• Bessie Alcantara, Alternatives, Inc
• Eliza Bryant, Big Shoulders Fund
• Erica Hodgin, Civic Engagement Research Group, UC Riverside
• Frank Latin, Westside Media Project
• Janeen Lee, Chicago Public Schools
• Jaye Hobart, Civic Federation
• Jill Bass, Mikva Challenge
• Juan Cruz, Communities United
• Lawrence Benito, Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
• Maureen Tatsuko Loughnane, Facing History and Ourselves
• Oi Eng-Crandus, Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights
• Sangini Brahmbhatt, Asian Americans Advancing Justice | Chicago
• Stephanie Manriquez, Public Media Institute – Lumpen Radio

For additional information visit https://www.execservicecorps.org/leadershipindemocracy.

CONTACT: Rachelle Jervis or Sonia Mathew, info@execservicecorps.org, 312-880-7734

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NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Major corporations notably increased their sustainability disclosures in key areas last year, including climate-risk reporting, human rights, and water stress exposure, according to a new report by The Conference Board.

Sustainability Practices: 2020 Edition examines corporate disclosure and performance data across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The report shows that even as the COVID-19 pandemic caused a disclosure decline across subject areas reflecting delays in data-gathering and reporting, large increases in certain other areas (especially those included in financial reports) portend a movement toward greater disclosure of ever-evolving sustainability practices.

More companies, for example, are disclosing climate risks in their annual reports, with the number of UK companies doing so more than doubling in 2020. These increases are the result of both mandatory and voluntary climate-focused regulatory initiatives. The EU’s new Taxonomy Regulation, for example, requires financial institutions to make climate-related disclosures by the end of 2021. And in the private sector, large institutional investors such as BlackRock have called on companies to address climate change risks in their reporting.

Water-risk exposure is a growing concern for investors and a disclosure topic for companies.  Companies in certain industries, particularly in the materials and energy sectors, are making such disclosures, and others should consider doing so as well. Water insecurity can have a significant impact on companies’ financial stability, reputation, license to operate, and the security of their supply chains. The share of companies in the materials sector disclosing their water-stress exposure, for example, increased from 7 percent in 2019 to 33 percent in 2020.

«The trend toward greater disclosures reflects a combination of factors: pressure from investors and the impact of regulations and reporting frameworks,» said Thomas Singer, Principal Researcher at The Conference Board ESG Center and the report’s lead author. «Major investors are explicitly calling on companies to address climate and other risks in their annual reports, and more regulatory efforts, particularly outside the U.S., are having an impact.»

The Conference Board analyzed sustainability disclosure data on 92 environmental and social practices for more than 6,000 companies across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific as well as for companies in the S&P Global 1200 index. The report analyzes the data, identifying key emerging trends.

The report also identifies these additional insights from the data:

Gender diversity efforts on corporate boards are gaining traction in many countries. 

• Among S&P Global 1200 companies, women account for 27 percent of board seats, up from 22 percent last year. The efforts that drove the increase in gender diversity can serve as a model for efforts to achieve greater ethnic diversity on boards.

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the connect between environmental health and public health.

• This has brought greater urgency to efforts aimed at protecting biodiversity at a time when changes in land use, rapid deforestation, and biodiversity loss are driving the emergence of new infectious diseases. Several industry-led initiatives have emerged with the aim of encouraging business action on biodiversity, including a recent effort to standardize a reporting framework for companies to prepare nature-related financial disclosures.

Regulatory activity related to human rights risks is picking up across jurisdictions.

• The EU, India, and Canada have all produced initiatives focused on human rights, encompassing issues such as forced labor, child labor, unfair wages, and labor union restrictions, among other topics. This regulatory activity is leading to more disclosures, and companies must keep abreast of such emerging regulatory trends, preparing to understand their own human-rights related risks.

Companies should consider how they reward and incentivize sustainability performance.

• More are linking executive compensation to sustainability metrics, a practice that is most prevalent among energy companies. The most common sustainability metrics included in these compensation plans are targets related to safety, greenhouse gas emissions, and/or gender diversity.

«In the coming years, companies can expect to see greater consistency, if not uniformity, in sustainability reporting,» Singer said. «At the same time, companies are focusing on ensuring that their sustainability disclosures are relevant to their business and not just satisfying reporting frameworks.»

The Sustainability Practices Dashboard, a comprehensive database and online benchmarking tool, complements the report. It enables users to segment data by region, country, sector, revenue groups, and index (including the S&P Global 1200, S&P 500 and Russell 3000).

About The Conference Board
The Conference Board is a member-focused think tank that provides trusted insights for what’s ahead. Founded in 1916, we are a non-partisan, not-for-profit entity holding 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt status in the United States. www.conference-board.org

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