Sustainability is one of the many buzzwords used when discussing the climate crisis and mankind’s response to it. It is often seen as an individual’s pledge to do their part when buying clothing or reusable products for the sake of the longevity of the environment. But what does that same mindset look like on the […]
Though it has its carved out spaces of greenery and occupies the northern tip of the prairie state, Chicago is still primarily a concrete jungle, removed from the nature it emerged from. To combat the aggressiveness of metropolitan living on human lifestyles, there are Chicago-based companies and firms looking to undo some of the damage. […]
In its third year, the Innovator in Social Business Awards — held on May 26 as part of Loyola University’s Baumhart Center Leading for Good 2022 — recognized three organizations doing the work to address social needs in their chosen sectors and communities. Those companies and their respective awards include: Impact Shares, the Social Impact […]
Human trafficking is a humanitarian issue that still plagues our modern world. In fact, currently, there are more people subjected to human trafficking globally than the populations of London, New York and Los Angeles combined — a staggering number. Acknowledging that the hospitality industry is a hotbed for this activity, Hyatt — a giant in […]
At 86 years old, world-renowned marine biologist, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence, conservationist and author Dr. Sylvia Earle continues to be one of our most inspiring advocates for the protection of the world’s oceans. We spoke to Earle about her new book, her ongoing mission, and what each of us can do to help.
At 86 years old, world-renowned marine biologist, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence, conservationist and author Dr. Sylvia Earle continues to be one of our most inspiring advocates for the protection of the world’s oceans. We spoke to Earle about her new book, her ongoing mission, and what each of us can do to help.
Make It Better Media Group recently hosted “Leadership Lessons,” a virtual Founder’s Fireside Chat moderated by Susan Noyes, founder of Make It Better Media Group, featuring Dorri McWhorter, president of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago and Michelle T. Boone, president of the Poetry Foundation. During this fireside, the two speakers gave insightful career advice and […]
The cruise industry makes up a substantial section of the travel industry. Before the pandemic, Statista reports cruise passengers totaling almost 30 million in 2019. While Covid-related impacts have continued to hit the cruise industry hard two years into the pandemic, new studies show that travelers are once again ready to cruise. Cruise giant Royal […]
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is no longer just a progressive perspective on how to run a business. When the USA Business Roundtable issued its August 19, 2019, statement redefining the purpose of corporations away from maximizing shareholder value to “promoting an economy that serves all stakeholders,” CSR became a central and powerful American business tenet. The 181 […]
Charlie Saffro is the founder and president of CS Recruiting, a 35-employee recruitment firm in the supply chain, transportation and logistics industries based in Highland Park. “It’s our mission to make meaningful connections to empower and inspire others to discover their full potential; that applies to our clients, candidates, and team,” Saffro said. Saffro is […]
