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March 13, 2017 by Simon Mainwaring

Heineken is on a mission to “Brew a Better World” and its 2016 annual report shows how both profits and purpose are pouring from the beer manufacturer’s business. Running your company with socially and environmentally responsible principles is more than a feel-good idea, it’s a critical aspect of operating a successful business today. And many […]

January 5, 2016 by Simon Mainwaring

As we head into the new year, we wanted to leave you with ten reasons to feel optimistic about 2016 and about business as a force for good. Let it roll!

January 5, 2016 by Simon Mainwaring

There were many great strides made this year in terms of business as a force for good. Whether it’s the COP21 agreement between 200+ nations around climate change, the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals or the rise of new philanthropy spearheaded by Mark Zuckerberg and Howard Buffett Jr. Business as a force for change is gaining …

November 30, 2015 by Simon Mainwaring

Simon Mainwaring, CEO of We First discusses the recent VW Emissions scandal on BBC Radio. Listen to Simon Mainwaring by watching the video below. More information on the VW Emissions scandal can be found here.

September 30, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

There is perhaps no more an inspiring leader of the environmental movement than Rick Ridgeway of Patagonia. In his capacity as the VP of Environmental Affairs, he has been charged with implementing the company’s core mission that reads—‘build the best product, cause no unnecessary harm, and use business to inspire and implement solutions to the …

September 24, 2014 by Simon Mainwaring

The web, social media, and smart phones have created a media landscape that is more fractured than ever. At the same time, they have facilitated a dialogue between companies and consumers that has led to new demands for authenticity, transparency, and accountability. As a result, smarter marketers and big brands are making three key strategic …