The Conference Board ESG Center

The Corporate Citizenship function has rapidly evolved in recent years. In a new suite of reports from Paul Washington and Jeff Hoffman, they explore the evolving role, relationships, and governance of #CorporateCitizenship. ow.ly/sPz050KbYpr

This proxy season, support for environmental and social shareholder proposals is unexpectedly lower, despite strong support. Join us and @ClearyGottlieb for proxy season highlights and the surprising reasons why support for some proposals fell this year. ow.ly/BvBi50K7nz2

Just 10% of companies publicly responded to the Supreme Court's #dobbsvjackson decision on reproductive rights. But our survey also shows many are speaking out on issues including #Race, #LGBTQ+ rights, #genderequality, and #COVID. ow.ly/mIqy50K5HAm

As the #UkraineWar's impact widens, CEOs are prioritizing issues that traditionally fall under the “G” (governance) in ESG. But as Paul Washington writes in @CorpBoardMember, there are benefits to focusing on these issues through a broader #ESG lens. ow.ly/G5xf50JUUwg

Our new analysis reveals that both strategic & international experience on corporate boards have declined. Paul Washington makes the case for why these drops are yellow--and often, red--flags. Listen to the convo w/ Paul & @BoardResources' TK Kerstetter. youtube.com/watch?v=NnXvo6…

In May, the SEC issued a reminder that public companies “may have disclosure obligations” arising from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. What should companies keep in mind about required SEC disclosures, broader communications, and recent disclosure trends? ow.ly/NUhG50Jtvcs

Our Paul Washington joined @freddyoglobal and Helena Gudjonsdottir on @TSBoardReport to discuss how the relationship between NGOs, government, and business has changed, what makes a sustainable board, and what challenges lie ahead. Listen now: ow.ly/9Cx250JswTL

Private companies have an opportunity to be ESG leaders. Discover how companies are integrating ESG into their business strategy, ESG's impact on attracting and retaining talent, best practices to connect with consumers on sustainability, and more. ow.ly/rXxN50JjEgT

The war in #Ukraine is a powerful reminder that, even as companies tackle immediate crises, they need to take a long-term and global perspective. Jeff Hoffman and Paul Washington offer suggestions for how to avoid crisis fatigue in a new piece. ow.ly/KFpg50Jcpxi

Many large companies are turning to their suppliers for help in spurring sustainability-led innovations. Thomas Singer emphasizes that, to remain competitive in this environment, companies must prioritize B2B #sustainability storytelling. ow.ly/5YLm50J5AQ1

The #Ukraine war is a stark reminder of the importance and fragility of the rule of law. With companies facing seizure of their Russian assets and workers fearing for their liberty and lives, there are 6 ways CEOs can start limiting their company’s risk. ow.ly/xXcU50J45GO

Is the shareholder versus stakeholder debate a false dichotomy? Speaking with @economistimpact, our #ESG Center’s Paul Washington stresses that companies can achieve social progress while delivering shareholder returns. impact.economist.com/sustainability…

@WSJ reports that shareholders are pushing a record number of proposals related to #ESG issues that ask companies to deliver on #climatechange, #socialjustice, and more. Our Paul Washington points out that "formerly patient capital has become impatient." wsj.com/articles/share…

As the war continues, the #Ukraine relief plan must include long-term support for trapped and displaced Ukrainians. Paul Washington and Jeff Hoffman offer five concrete steps companies can take to help vulnerable Ukrainians. conference-board.org/topics/geopoli…

What has caused companies to heighten their focus on #climatechange? Speaking with @TIME, our ESG Center's Paul Washington details several watershed moments that have spurred #boards, #shareholders, and #investors to apply more heat on corporations. time.com/6166171/compan…

In a Q&A with @Entrepreneur, The Conference Board ESG Center's Executive Director Paul Washington details the unique work of the Center, the state of ESG, and what’s next in integrating best practices into how companies do business. entrepreneur.com/article/422438

Paul Washington, Executive Director of The Conference Board ESG Center, spoke with @TheEconomist about shareholder activism and how to satisfy the competing expectations of investors. ow.ly/T6jk50IN2HQ

Calling all #GeneralCounsel, #CorporateSecretaries, & #InvestorRelationsOfficers at public companies: Participate in a survey to provide insight on board-shareholder engagement practices. Input will inform report by The Conference Board & @RutgersCCLG: bit.ly/3JWZOeO

Join ESG Center's Paul Washington and a distinguished panel of speakers on ‘Corporate Governance: Aligning the Board with Your Social and Environmental Values’ at the @REvents_SustBiz Responsible Business Conference, April 19-20 in NYC. #RBUSA. events.reutersevents.com/sustainable-bu…

@FinancialTimes story on #CEOSuccession cites our data to show that companies are responding to investor pressure to separate #CEO and board chair positions. Data produced w/ @esgauge. ft.com/content/a4703c…