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Do you have a no D!£%head policy? Turns out it’s good for business. Yesterday I had the privilege of listening to the Chair of the Welsh Rugby Union Richard Collier-Keywood talk eloquently about the important Welsh cultural asset he is now responsible for and the need for it to serve all stakeholders i.e. benefit society beyond the bottom line. In business it’s known as CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) which emerged as a concept in the 1960s. Back then it was seen as an altruistic means of doing more with a business than just making money, but it was assumed it would involve sacrificing profit to achieve it. The growing evidence shows this is not the case. Being environmentally responsible, inclusive and serving of all stakeholders (customers, employees, investors, the environment and wider society) builds a strong brand, customer engagement, profit and also investment opportunities. The All Blacks have an NDH (No D!£%head) policy. They clean their own dressing rooms, carry their own bags and essentially show humility, accountability and a recognition of all the stakeholders in their organisation. For me, corporate social responsibility boils down to common sense, respect and humility. It’s good to see those leading our national game going forward aspire to the same ethos. And at a time of such high attrition in business in general, would it not be best to have a smart business model that ensures that everyone in the eco system is incentivised to see the venture succeed?  

Before you set off on your journey through the UK’s winding rural roads, it would be a good idea to familiarise yourself with the common road signs that you may come across on your journey. ⚠️ NFU Mutual and breakdown partners, the RAC have put together a useful guide:

A certification from the NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors) is not an easy task. I have studied governance (failed one test!) of companies based on USA regulations and best practices and appreciated how they apply globally, and size doesn't really matter on the below topics: - ESG - Environment Social and Governance - Regulatory shifts and strategic implications - Risk Management - Cybersecurity - Talent Recruitment are all challenges on the agenda of the boards of any company, being public in USA, or medium and small size in Europe. RxPack being a pharma packaging company serving global, and local international companies is managing all of the above, by its teams, and with customers, supplyers and partners. #governance #ESG #globalchallenges

Excited to be heading to the #PSCU Payments Conference in #Texas next week! 🌟 Can't wait to catch up with friends from last year and connect with new faces in the industry. Let’s make it a week of insightful conversations and meaningful connections! #Networking #Fintech #payments #digitalpayments #cards #finance

What are the benefits of building a smart facility? Make sure to attend this discussion at the Self Storage Association (SSA) - USA conference next week with Matt Maurer and Theresa Gallas. Don’t miss out!! #smartbuildings #janus #accesscontrols #noke #storagefacility #investing #development

We are all done with content for this exciting learning opportunity. Come and explore this dynamic topic with me, family business owners, attorneys, family office executives, and board members. This will be an interactive class where we share common practices and shared experiences. #FBCG #cepa #pda #governance #exitplanning

New Year Newsletter! Check out the latest insights, events, and community updates in our ASCE Austin Branch Newsletter! 🏗️🌐 #ASCEAustin #CivilEngineering #YMFAustin

JURY NULLIFICATION: YOUR POWER TO CHOOSE: In Maryland, the barriers to fair and representative jury pools are firmly and deeply entrenched. https://buff.ly/3ZFhVj3

The AOAC Mid-Year Meeting is shaping up to be a good gathering!