Posts Tagged ‘ESG’
Activist Investors Who are Shaking Up Public Markets
At a glance Main takeaway: Activist investors are proving that environmental, social and governance initiatives can drive value and create long-term sustainable change. Invest with confidence: While companies struggle with how to develop ESG strategies to satisfy investors, two hedge funds take on the automotive and oil industries to show them it can be done.…
Read MoreHow ESG Is Becoming a Driving Force in Hiring and Retention
At a glance The main takeaway: The benefits of environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies on the bottom line have become clear, but it’s also important to recognize the positive role they play in hiring. Impact on your business: By making ESG a primary focus in their hiring and recruiting cycles, HR teams can increase…
Read MoreA Force for Change: Limited Partners Want Top Executives Who Believe in ESG
At a glance Main takeaway: Over the last two years, many limited partners are using ESG metrics as a deciding factor when it comes to their investments. Invest with confidence: Limited partners are demanding full transparency when it comes to ESG, specifically on initiatives that strengthen diversity, equity and inclusion, and climate-related issues. Next steps:…
Read MoreThe Growth of Impact Investing: From Pension Funds to Endowments Divesting Fossil Fuel Assets
At a glance Main takeaway: Pension funds and endowments are actively seeking opportunities that align with their goals to make positive environmental and social change through impact investing. Invest with confidence: Limited partners have shifted their focus towards impact investing despite a lack of standardization to accurately measure the true benefits. Next steps: Developing a…
Read MoreGovernance: How Private Equity Firms Can Drive an ESG Focus from the Boardroom
At a glance Main Takeaway: In the final part of our series on ESG investing in private markets, we discuss how private equity firms can reduce turnover, ensure data is protected and allocate capital with a governance-driven boardroom approach. Invest with confidence: As more private equity firms take an active ESG-role in the boardroom; they…
Read MoreESG Impacting Levers: How Private Equity Firms Can Drive Value Creation
At a glance Main Takeaway: In part two of our series on ESG investing in private markets, we discuss how private equity firms can grow EBITDA, lower working capital and reduce the cost of financing. Invest with confidence: ESG is quickly reshaping the investment world and PE firms are well-positioned to be leaders in driving…
Read MoreThe Supreme Court Reverses the Ruling of the Employee Retirement Plan Lawsuit Against Northwestern University
At a glance The main takeaway: The Supreme Court reversed the dismissal of the employee-led lawsuit against Northwestern University reaffirming the duties of a retirement plan sponsor. Impact on your business: It’s crucial for any company that offers a retirement plan to employees to establish a written process that outlines how they monitor funds…
Read MorePodcast: Achieving Sustainable Scale and Growth
This week we talk with Mark Jacobs, CEO of ScaleWerks, on the key characteristics for companies to achieve sustainable scale and growth — adopting automation to increase efficiencies, a strong online presence to connect with customers and concern for the wellbeing of your employees. Throughout his career, Mark’s passion for collaborating with people enthusiastic about…
Read MorePrivate Markets: It’s Time to Embrace ESG if You Want to Attract Assets
At a glance Main takeaway: Whether believers or skeptics, private markets need to embrace environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives in their operations if they want to increase their profitability to attract investors. Invest with confidence: In a three-part series, we will explore ESG investing in private markets from attracting assets, creating value and getting…
Read More4 Ways Restaurants Can Embrace ESG
At a glance The main takeaway: More restaurants are embracing environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts to create a positive impact on their communities and the world at large. Impact on your business: There are a few steps restaurants can take today to make a better ESG imprint, including reducing waste; using sustainable ingredients and…
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