• Carbon emissions from electric generation are down 48% from 2005 levels
• Since 2022, helped customers access nearly $377 million in financial support

CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 25, 2024 /3BL/ - Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) released its 2023 Impact Report, its 18th annual accounting of its progress toward its sustainable business goals. This year’s report includes highlights from its 2050 clean energy transition strategy, which strives to deliver industry-leading reliability, competitive rates for customers, and accelerated infrastructure and economic development to meet the growing needs of its more than 8 million customers.

Examples highlighted include the many ways in which Duke Energy offers customers options for controlling their energy use, as well as the assistance it provides to its customers in need. Over the past two years, the company has helped customers access nearly $377 million in financial support through a dedicated agency team of customer advocates. It also has made investments in its grid that has resulted in more reliable service to its customers. In 2023, smart, self-healing grid technologies helped Duke Energy’s customers avoid more than 1.5 million power outages, saving approximately 3.5 million hours of total outage time.

In pursuing its clean energy transition strategy, Duke Energy works alongside its stakeholders as it drives toward delivering a cleaner, more diverse mix of energy sources while accounting for the significant engineering, environmental and social considerations embedded in such a transformation, one of the country’s largest in the utility sector.

“As the company executes its clean energy transition, it is assembling a sophisticated puzzle,” said Katherine Neebe, Duke Energy’s chief sustainability officer. “Each piece – energy generation and storage, grid modernization, supporting communities and working with various stakeholders, multiskilling employees and reducing carbon emissions – is essential. It’s about finding the perfect fit for each piece to create a final picture that reveals a landscape of sustainable and interconnected solutions.”

Other report highlights and insights include:

• Duke Energy continues to decarbonize to meet its climate goals. The company’s carbon emissions from electric generation are down 48% since 2005 and it is on track to meet its interim 50% carbon emission reduction target by 2030. The path to net-zero is not linear. Duke Energy anticipates some fluctuations in its carbon emissions in the short term as coal is retired and other forms of generation are brought online. 
   
• The company is leading the industry with net-zero goals that address 95% of the company’s Scope 1, 2 and certain Scope 3 calculated greenhouse gas footprint. 
   
• The company continues to decarbonize its natural gas business unit with a focus on methane detection and reduction of emissions related to the gas it purchases as well as the downstream carbon emissions related to its customers’ consumption of the gas it sells. Duke Energy is also investing in renewable natural gas as an important tool to tackle greenhouse gas emissions. 
   
• Duke Energy advocates for policies that reduce the customer rate impacts of investments in clean energy infrastructure as well as support the energy transition, such as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and federal energy tax credits like those included in the Inflation Reduction Act. 
   
• Duke Energy submitted 15 IIJA-funded applications to reduce the cost of developing and deploying clean energy technologies and grid improvements in an effort to maintain customer affordability. 
   
• The company’s economic development team, working with state and local authorities, helped attract 15,000 new jobs and $22 billion in capital investment. 
   
• Environmental justice is critical to engaging communities in the clean energy transition and the company is evolving this work by putting its principles in action. In addition, the team completed over 100 initial environmental justice assessments as part of a holistic approach to project development and execution as well as the development of statewide and regional environmental justice advisory councils across North Carolina. 
   
• As the energy sector transitions, the company is working to ensure its workforce and others in the industry are set up for long-term success. As part of this commitment, a team worked collaboratively with various groups to develop a first-of-its-kind just transition approach resource as a guide for successful engagement. Transparency and communication will help the company achieve the most equitable solutions. In 2023, the company and its Foundation provided $120,000 in employee-led giving to benefit coal plant communities. 
   
• Inclusive actions drive business outcomes to create a workplace where everyone thrives. To deliver reliable products and services that meet community needs, the company depends on a skilled and diverse workforce and continually evolves its hiring practices to attract qualified professionals.

How the company mitigates the risks associated with its business, while at the same time creating value for its employees, customers and communities, is foundational to creating lasting impact. It takes time to work through all of the complexities of the clean energy transition, and the company is focused on these opportunities every day.

Duke Energy

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies.

The company’s electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own approximately 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky.

Duke Energy is executing an ambitious clean energy transition, keeping reliability, affordability and accessibility at the forefront as the company works toward net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including expanded energy storage, renewables, natural gas and nuclear.

More information is available at duke-energy.com and the Duke Energy News Center. Follow Duke Energy on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook, and visit illumination for stories about the people and innovations powering our energy transition.

Contact: Shawna Berger 
24-Hour: 800.559.3853 
Twitter: @DE_ShawnaB

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Earth Day and every day, we are committed to being good stewards of our community. 
With more than 20 years of partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, we aim to not just serve, but enhance the places we call home.

Discover how our collaboration is enriching lives and safeguarding wildlife: https://lnkd.in/gU3zeCaY

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Listen to the Don Yaeger Podcast with Virgil Miller here

Imagine being a kid playing baseball in a little league All-Star Game, and all the fans are cheering. But there’s one fan in particular who you really want to make proud—your father. The game is on the line, and it’s your turn to come up to bat. It’s the stuff that dreams are made of.

And you strike out.

But it wasn’t simply that fact that you struck out; it was the way you struck out. You struck out watching.

That’s what happened to Aflac U.S. President Virgil Miller, and he’s never forgotten the feeling he had or the lesson he learned when he joined his dad who was waiting inside the car for him after the game. “When I got in the car, you know what he said?” asked Virgil rhetorically in a recent interview. “He said, ‘Son, don’t ever take a called third strike. You can’t hit the ball if you don’t swing the bat. Swing the bat.’ Oh, I’ve taken that lesson. You’re not going see me sit on the sidelines. I’m not going to be on the bench. I’m going to swing the bat.’”

That mistake seared itself in his memory to the degree that Virgil has rarely missed an opportunity to swing the bat, not as a baseball player but as U.S. Marine and veteran of Operation Desert Storm and then leader at the insurance company Aflac, where Virgil was promoted no fewer than 30 times enroute to his current position as president of Aflac U.S.

A multi-talented athlete who fenced in college, Virgil understands the importance of footwork in calculating risk in corporate America and erring on the side not of caution but of bold thrust and parry. In the podcast, he teaches difference between leading a team and transforming a team.

RESOURCES:

• Read Virgil’s article in Fortune:“1 in 4 people skip regular checkups–and forgo their chance to benefit from early cancer detection. It is time to nag the ones you love.”
• Connect with Virgil on LinkedIn.
• Aflac’s Newsroom.

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CAMDEN, N.J., APRIL 25, 2024 /3BL/ - Subaru of America, Inc. today announced it was once again named one of the top companies for social impact, building on its reputation of being More Than a Car Company^®. For the second consecutive year, Subaru was ranked number two overall on Forbes’ Best Brands for Social Impact 2024 list and remained the top brand in the automotive category.

Forbes’ second annual Social Impact List was created in partnership with HundredX and acknowledges companies that are most admired by evaluating ratings in four survey categories: Overall Brand Values and Trust, Social Stances, Sustainability, and Community Support. The survey analyzed the responses from more than 185,000 consumers about brands and products, garnering close to 4.5 million ratings on over 3,000 unique brands. One trend noted this year was that brands did particularly well when customers could see their impact in local communities, which aligns with Subaru and its retailers’ commitment to upholding the Subaru Love Promise.

Jeff Walters, President and Chief Operating Officer, Subaru of America, Inc.: “Giving back and creating personal connections in our communities is essential to Subaru and our retailers. We’re proud to be recognized among an expanded group of incredible brands for our dedication to the Subaru Love Promise, which so clearly makes a meaningful impact both inside and outside our company.”

Forbes’ Best Brands for Social Impact list recognizes companies based on their values, sustainability, and community support. Responses were compiled through an online survey from March 2023 through February 2024, asking consumers to rate brands and products in more than a dozen categories, including quality, value, customer service, and more.

For more information on Forbes’ Best Brands for Social Impact 2024, visit Forbes.com. To learn more about the Subaru Love Promise, visit Subaru.com/love-promise.

About Subaru of America, Inc.

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporationof Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of more than 630 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise, which is the company’s vision to show love and respect to everyone, and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $300 million to causes the Subaru family cares about, and its employees have logged nearly 88,000 volunteer hours. As a company, Subaru believes it is important to do its part in making a positive impact in the world because it is the right thing to do. For additional information visit media.subaru.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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Diane Anton 
Corporate Communications Manager 
(856) 488-5093 
danton@subaru.com

Adam Leiter 
Corporate Communications Specialist 
(856) 488-8668 
aleiter@subaru.com

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In the #HowIGotHere series, you’ll read about the career paths of some of the world-renowned leaders at Yum! Brands. Learn more about Missy Schaaphok, Director of Global Nutrition & Sustainability at Taco Bell in this installment.

EDUCATION

• Del Mar High School 
  San Jose, California, United States (1997 - 2001)
• San Diego State University 
  Bachelor of Food Science & Nutrition and Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) San Diego, California, United States(2003-2005)
• University of Delaware 
  Masters Studies, Practicum for RD Credentials Newark, Delaware, United States (2008 – 2009)

If we were to interview your teachers, what would they say about you?

Missy had a genuine enthusiasm for learning and was determined to succeed. She actively pursued opportunities to broaden her skillset from being School Nutrition Association president to working with U.S. Olympic Training Center chefs.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Since I was 11, I envisioned myself as a veterinarian, influenced by my upbringing surrounded by various animals – from dogs and cats, to pigs I raised for 4-H and horses I worked with. However, upon entering pre-vet school, I discovered a greater passion for food, leading me to transfer to San Diego State University to pursue that interest.

WORK

First Job: At 10, I started my first paid job, in which I spent hours on my bedroom floor hand-addressing envelopes for my mom's boss. She was good at finding jobs for my brother and me, which taught us valuable skills.

• Rubio’s Restaurants, Inc., San Diego, California, United States
  2004-2006: Food & Beverage Technician
• Glanbia Foods, Inc., San Diego, California, United States
  2006-2008: Research & Development Scientist
• Healthy Directions of Poway, San Diego, California, United States
  2008-2009: Nutrition & Marketing Consultant
• The Food Collective, San Diego, California, United States
  2009-2011: Nutrition & Marketing Consultant
• American Red Cross WIC Program, San Diego, California, United States
  2009-2011: Nutrition Education Program Manager
• Taco Bell, Irvine, California, United States
  2011-2012: Product Developer
  2012-2014: Product Developer & Nutritionist
  2014-2016: Associate Manager, Nutrition Strategist
  2016-2017: Senior Associate Manager, Nutrition Strategist
  2017-2020: Manager, Global Nutrition & Sustainability and Yum! Global Dietitian & Sustainability Lead
  2020-2021: Senior Manager, Global Nutrition & Sustainability and Yum! Global Dietitian & Sustainability Lead
  2021-present: Director of Global Nutrition & Sustainability and Yum! Global Dietitian & Sustainability Lead
• Green Places, Irvine, California, United States
  2022-present: Advisor

What moments, or who, in your life influenced the way you work?

Before I fully realized it myself, my animal science professor discerned that veterinary studies might not align with my true aspirations. His question, “Is this what you really want to do?”, resonated deeply with me, as it was the first time my path had been challenged. After reflecting on this, I made the pivotal choice to change my career trajectory.

I quit my full-time, well-paying, secure job at Glanbia Foods to return to school to become a registered dietitian. I realized that I wanted to open up my options and felt that the having these credentials would offer me more opportunities. Despite the skepticism of others, I had no regrets about this choice and have trusted my instincts ever since.

The opportunity at Taco Bell has been transformative. I was initially hired for product development, and I am deeply grateful to our Chief Food Innovation Officer Liz Matthews for taking a chance on me. This opportunity has evolved, allowing me to lead nutrition, and now, sustainability. Under her guidance, I've developed invaluable skills that define my leadership style and business acumen today.

Do you believe in work/life balance?

Balancing the demands of work and personal life is an ongoing challenge. Achieving perfect equilibrium is rare, but it's about effectively managing priorities while maintaining personal well-being. Organization, planning and setting boundaries are crucial in navigating these competing demands successfully.

What do people think you do versus what you actually do?

Most people think that I spend my days solely cooking and developing recipes, and that I have the ability to bring back any of their past favorite menu items and keep them on the menu forever.

My elevator pitch for what I actually do is: I make tacos and burritos – and what they come wrapped in – better for you and the planet.

What is the best piece of advice that you've been given?

Just ask. The worst they can say is no.

What makes you happy?

I find happiness in outdoor activities. On most weekends, my fiancé, dog and I explore nature through camping, snowboarding, mountain biking or taking our teardrop trailer to immerse ourselves in the natural beauty around us.

How do you do it?

I approach things with a mindset of being "patiently persistent." Much of my work unfolds over the long term, requiring both patience to see projects through and persistence to ensure they're executed effectively.

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WHAT: Cummins is set to unveil its global community education strategy, Cummins READY, during an upcoming launch event and panel discussion. With a commitment to fostering inclusive, equitable, and cutting-edge STEM education for all members of our communities, Cummins is poised to lead the charge towards a brighter future. Through Cummins READY, the company aims to empower at least one million learners and workers by 2030, propelling them onto a trajectory of educational and career success. Emphasizing the importance of forging impactful global partnerships and focusing on tangible outcomes, Cummins will announce investments in new global and local education partnerships, supporting pre-K through post-secondary and workforce training. Additionally, the company will share new developments in its Technical Education for Communities program that are aligned with the visionary Destination Zero initiative.

WHEN: Thursday, April 25 3-4 p.m. EST

WHERE: Cummins Corporate Office Building Lobby 
500 Jackson St, Columbus, IN 47201 
Virtual Option: https://cummins.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0SwMB9x8Q3eVJxVLVvRKjA

WHO: Jenny Bush, Cummins Vice President and President, Power Systems

Jim Schacht, Cummins Vice President of Corporate Responsibility

Danette Howard, Cummins PhD, Global Education Director – Corporate Responsibility

Dr. Crystal Morton, Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at Indiana University – Indianapolis and Founder and Director of the Girls STEM Institute

If you are interested in attending contact Lauren Daniel.

About Cummins Inc.

Cummins Inc., a global power solutions leader, is comprised of five business segments – Components, Engine, Distribution, Power Systems and Accelera by Cummins – supported by our global manufacturing and extensive service and support network, skilled workforce and vast technological expertise. Cummins is committed to its Destination Zero strategy, which is grounded in the company’s commitment to sustainability and helping its customers successfully navigate the energy transition with its broad portfolio of products. The products range from advanced diesel, natural gas, electric and hybrid powertrains and powertrain-related components including filtration, aftertreatment, turbochargers, fuel systems, valvetrain technologies, controls systems, air handling systems, automated transmissions, axles, drivelines, brakes, suspension systems, electric power generation systems, batteries, electrified power systems, hydrogen production technologies and fuel cell products. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana (U.S.), since its founding in 1919, Cummins employs approximately 75,500 people committed to powering a more prosperous world through three global corporate responsibility priorities critical to healthy communities: education, environment, and equality of opportunity. Cummins serves its customers online, through a network of company-owned and independent distributor locations, and through thousands of dealer locations worldwide and earned about $735 million on sales of $34.1 billion in 2023. See how Cummins is powering a world that's always on by accessing news releases and more information at https://www.cummins.com/.

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CNH brand Case IH recently attended the 27^th edition of Expoactiva Nacional, which took place in Uruguay in late March. It is widely considered to be the most important agro-industrial and technological fair in the country, located in the heart of the area with the highest corn production in Uruguay.

At the event, the new Patriot 3250 and the Air Drill Precision Disk 500 were introduced. Other highlights included the Magnum, Puma and Farmall line of tractors, and the connectivity spaces, the AFS Connect Center, the Virtual Experience and new products from Raven, CNH’s precision tech brand.

"Once again we are part of this renowned fair, positioning the brand as a benchmark in digital agriculture and giving visibility to our equipment and technological solutions. As always, we take advantage of these events to meet all our customers in one place," said Fermín Lafitte, director of Pertilco, the local dealer partnered with Case IH that brought the brand to the event.

"It's important to be at the forefront of the latest developments in the agricultural market, which is why we're always listening, thinking and designing products that meet the needs of our customers. We presented at Expoactiva the highest technology in seeding and spraying, offering more complete and efficient solutions, combining innovation and technology, two essential attributes of Case IH," said Lanciotti.

Visitors to the fair also had the support of CNH Capital to choose the best financing terms when purchasing Case IH machinery. With many years dedicated to the financing of Agriculture in Latin America, the institution offers all its expertise to producers.

CNH’s presence at this year’s Expoactiva is a testament to the company’s commitment to sustainable innovation for farming in Uruguay, and across the globe.

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The Umbriel Solar facility provides enough clean energy to power more than 30,000 homes

POLK COUNTY, Texas, April 22, 2024 /3BL/ - Texas is the fastest growing state in the nation, and with rapid growth comes an increased demand for electricity. As the demand for power grows in Southeast Texas, many homeowners and businesses are requesting cleaner energy options to help support their climate and environmental goals.

“Generating electricity from renewable resources plays an important role in building a cleaner energy future, and Entergy Texas is seeking ways to diversify its generation portfolio and support the growing energy needs within our communities,” said Abigail Weaver, Entergy Texas director of resource planning and market operations. “By listening to our customers and understanding their sustainability needs, we are leading the way for adding more low-emission and carbon-free resources to the generation mix here in Southeast Texas.”

The Umbriel Solar facility is Entergy Texas' first contracted solar resource that was selected through a renewables-focused request for proposals. The facility is owned and operated by Longroad Energy, a US-based renewable energy developer. Located in Polk County, Texas, Umbriel Solar generates 150 MWac (202 MWdc) of electricity, which is enough energy to power more than 30,000 homes. The renewable energy generated helps avoid approximately 250,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually. To put it more plainly — the addition of this new facility is equivalent to taking approximately 55,000 cars off the road each year that the facility is in operation.

Longroad finished construction of Umbriel Solar in November 2023, which is when Entergy Texas started receiving solar energy via its long-term power purchase agreement with the project.

“Longroad commends Entergy Texas on responding to the dual demands of generating more power and meeting customers’ desire for clean, renewable energy,” said Adam Horwitz, vice president of origination and development operations for Longroad Energy. “We are proud that Longroad’s Umbriel Solar reached commercial operations, and has the distinction of being Entergy Texas’ first large-scale, solar energy resource.” 

Entergy Texas customers can directly benefit from Umbriel Solar by enrolling in the company’s Green Future Option program. The voluntary program provides the benefits of solar generation without the burden of owning solar panels. Under the new program, customers have the option to subscribe to a specified amount of renewable power and receive Renewable Energy Credits and bill credits based on their subscription level.

To learn more about Entergy Texas’ renewable energy offerings, visit renew-texas.entergy.com.

About Entergy Texas 
Entergy Texas, Inc. provides electricity to approximately 512,000 customers in 27 counties. Entergy Texas is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in New Orleans. Entergy powers life for 3 million customers through its operating companies across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We’re investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in our communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. Since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. For the latest news from Entergy Texas, visit the Newsroom and connect with @EntergyTX on social media.

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Benevity’s 2024 Corporate Goodness Awards Celebrate Groundbreakers in Social Impact 
Awards recognize purpose-driven brands for their extraordinary approaches to social impact, corporate philanthropy and employee engagement

PALM SPRINGS, Calif., April 26, 2024 /3BL/ - Benevity Inc., the leading global provider of social impact software, today announced the winners of its 2024 Corporate Goodness Awards, also known as “The Goodies,” acknowledging leading-edge brands for their innovative and inspirational approaches to social impact, employee engagement and corporate philanthropy. The 2024 Goodie Awards were presented to the winners on April 25 in Palm Springs, CA at Benevity Live!, the company’s flagship conference, which brings together more than 700 purpose-driven professionals to share insights and strategies about the future of corporate impact.

This year saw a record-breaking 197 nominations from 99 of the world’s most iconic and purpose-driven brands. The winners were recognized across various categories based on the innovative, inclusive and creative ways they are making a difference in the world through their giving, volunteering and community investment programs.

“The Goodie Awards winners and finalists are doing incredible things to challenge the status quo, catalyze positive action in meaningful ways and creatively solve critical issues facing society. We are so inspired by these innovative companies and people for creating deeply impactful programs that truly reflect their core values.”

- Kelly Schmitt, Benevity’s Chief Executive Officer

“The Goodie Awards winners and finalists are doing incredible things to challenge the status quo, catalyze positive action in meaningful ways and creatively solve critical issues facing society,” said Kelly Schmitt, Benevity’s Chief Executive Officer. “We are so inspired by these innovative companies and people for creating deeply impactful programs that truly reflect their core values.”

Companies who were selected as Goodies finalists contributed more than $153 million in donations and $7.9 million in grants and tracked more than 1.7 million volunteer hours through the Benevity platform in 2023.

Benevity’s 2024 Goodies Finalists and Winners

The Bestie Awards: For best-in-class approach and overall impact 
The Bestie Award is selected from all finalists and recognizes the company with the best-in-class approach to corporate purpose, driving impact for their nonprofits, communities and employees.

• USAA (WINNER for Enterprise)
• Vancouver Airport Authority (WINNER for Mid-size)

The BeCause Award: For dedication to causes 
The BeCause Award recognizes companies making a big impact on societal or community issues by removing barriers for nonprofits so they can operate with more autonomy, flexibility and speed.

• eBay (WINNER)
• HPE
• Hootsuite
• IBM
• Robert Bosa Foundation

The Buzz Award: For catalyzing purpose through communications and storytelling 
The Buzz Award recognizes companies that bring their corporate purpose programs to life, by embracing true storytelling over “numbertelling” and by sharing impact stories from employees, customers and/or nonprofits.

• Elevance Health Foundation (WINNER)
• Activision Blizzard
• Ciena
• Okta
• Relativity

The Community Hero Award: For best in class approach to community investment 
The Community Hero Award recognizes companies taking a strategic yet creative approach to community investment to create greater impact with its nonprofit partners.

• DaVita (WINNER)
• CSAA Insurance Group
• Principal Financial Group
• Sequoia Healthcare District
• Vancouver Airport Authority

The Moonshot Award: For boldness and creativity 
The Moonshot Award recognizes companies that have developed a creative, bold and impactful corporate purpose program and engages their communities, employees or customers in interesting ways to maximize their social and business impact.

• Coast Capital Savings (WINNER)
• First Tech Federal Credit Union
• FTI Consulting
• Gibson Energy
• USAA

The NewB Award: For most transformative approach 
The NewB Award recognizes new Benevity clients that have created significant impact through a best-in-class corporate purpose program launch and have implemented best practices to engage stakeholders.

• Alberta Investment Management Corp. (WINNER)
• ENMAX
• KLA Foundation
• Tractor Supply
• Veritiv

The People Power Award: For promoting purpose through people’s passions 
The People Power Award recognizes companies that build a culture powered by its people and creates significant impact by putting the power of goodness in the hands of employees to address critical issues.

• Ciena (WINNER)
• Appfire
• F5
• Gilead Foundation
• Symetra Life Insurance Company

The Buffy Award: For individual leadership, innovation and impact 
The Buffy Award celebrates outstanding individuals who exemplify passion, innovation, imagination and leadership in the corporate purpose space.

• Kelly Petrich, Director, Community Impact, Cisco
• Estelle Roth, Global Head Giving & Volunteering, Novartis

The Change Champion Award: For an executive who champions a purpose-driven culture 
This new category celebrates an executive who is a shining example of what it looks like to lead with purpose. They foster diversity, equity and inclusion; they champion social action; and they inspire others with their commitment to purpose, people and profit.

• Kristina Karnovsky, FactSet

Employee Catalyst Award: For an employee whose passion creates movements 
The Employee Catalyst Award recognizes passionate employees who go beyond their day-to-day job to engage employees and community members in opportunities to do good, helping to fuel a culture of purpose.

• Tom Mahatdejkul, ARM

Learn more about this year’s Goodie Awards winners and their exciting programs here.

About Benevity 
Benevity, a certified B Corporation, is the leading global provider of social impact software, providing the only integrated suite of community investment and employee, customer and nonprofit engagement solutions. Recognized as one of Fortune’s Impact 20, Benevity offers cloud solutions that power purpose for many iconic brands in ways that better attract, retain and engage today’s diverse workforce, embed social action into their customer experiences and positively impact their communities. With software that is available in 22 languages, Benevity has processed more than $15 billion in donations and 79 million hours of volunteering time to support 470,000 nonprofits worldwide. The company’s solutions have also facilitated 1.3 million micro-actions and managed 845,000 grants worth $16 billion. For more information, visit benevity.com.

Media Contact 
Zamira Tasneem│Media & Communications Manager │ 1.416.451.6511 │ press@benevity.com

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On this episode of BuzzHouse, hosts Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson sit down with the founding partner of Norris George & Ostrow PLLC, R. Wade Norris as he breaks down the complexities of municipal bond markets and how low rates and massive inflows have shaped tax-exempt bond funds in recent years. Press play and discover this informative and enlightening episode!

Special guest

R. Wade Norris | Norris George & Ostrow PLLC

R. Wade Norris, a founding partner of Norris George & Ostrow PLLC, is widely recognized as one of the country’s leading experts in the field of multifamily housing bond finance. Mr. Norris has served as underwriter’s or special disclosure counsel in a wide variety of general and revenue bond obligation financings. In the past year and currently, Mr. Norris and his colleagues are using their decades of experience working with clients on innovative structures to maximize loan proceeds and minimize borrowing costs in the current inverted yield curve high interest rate environment. This includes combining short-term cash-backed bonds with tax-exempt private placements to substantially increase tax credit basis and proceeds and the prudent, creative use of derivatives to dramatically lower borrowing costs.

Multifamily housing resources

For articles, webinars and additional resources for developers, housing authorities, property managers, state housing credit agencies and lenders, visit the Baker Tilly multifamily housing page.

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