“Adobe Cares” is the principle that Adobe uses when designing its well-being programs, and in a short period of time, the computer software company has turned to innovative solutions to tackle the challenges we are currently facing as a society.
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Director, Membership and Member ServicesColleen leads the strategy and operations related to the recruitment and retention of member companies. Since joining the center in 2001 Colleen has had thousands of conversations with business professionals on the challenges and opportunities corporate citizenship presents to them. In her current role she uses her knowledge and experience to provide direction on content connected to member services. Prior to joining the Center, Colleen worked in the non-profit sector. She received her MBA and MSW from Boston College.
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Read MoreVeolia North America believes that sustainable solutions must deliver economic value to its customers, who are facing increasingly complex environmental challenges.
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Read MoreBBVA’s lessons learned in corporate responsibility provide an exemplary case study of how to rebound from failure to success.
Read MoreEnvironmental sustainability is a critical component of corporate citizenship strategy and an increasingly important business priority. Companies that assess, manage, and communicate their environmental performance reduce risk, identify cost savings, and improve performance.
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