Social responsibility for organizational success.
Assess corporate social responsibility for organizational success.
Analyze the impact of the organization's community involvement and sociological perspectives on company branding.
Assess ethics in global, international, and multicultural environments.
Evaluate the impact of politics and regulatory compliance on corporate social responsibility and sustainability.
Evaluate how sustainability strategies support an organization's competitive advantage.
Critique corporate social responsibility initiatives for an organization's corporate citizenship.
Student Success Criteria
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Scenario
You work for Patagonia as VP of Operations and your company has been nominated for the Citizens Award from the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Each nominee is to present its company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability initiatives at the Citizens Award Gala in Washington D.C. You will develop a Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability plan on behalf of your organization that will showcase your company as the obvious choice to win the award.
Instructions
Create a 17-23 slide PowerPoint slide presentation using APA format (Title slide, Reference slide(s), citations) you will present at the Gala. Please be sure to include your script within the speaker notes section of the PowerPoint. All slides must include speaker notes. Bullet format or short sentences should be used on slides, not paragraphs. The bulk of the information for each slide must be in the speaker notes. You must submit your presentation in a PowerPoint file. If you submit a PDF file, the assessment faculty cannot see the speaker notes.
Your PowerPoint slide deck must include the following slides:
Title slide incorporating speaker notes to explain the purpose (1 slide).
Explain how your CSR plan will positively impact the triple bottom line while satisfying your shareholders, as well as internal and external stakeholders, including speaker notes. (2-3 slides)
Include how you will mitigate the risk of negative internal and external perceptions of stakeholders or the public using a minimum of four (4) examples and including speaker notes.
Describe how your community involvement and commitment to diversity, inclusion, equality, and equity have a positive impact on the company’s brand using a minimum of three (3) examples and including speaker notes. (2-3 slides)
Discuss how your plan makes a global contribution to international and multicultural populations, including speaker notes. (3-4 slides)
Predict how your plan will make a positive contribution to local, state, or governmental laws and regulations, including speaker notes. (3-4 slides)
Include how you will measure financial and non-financial performance, including speaker notes.
Illustrate how this plan will be implemented, why and how it will be sustainable, along with why you feel this CSR initiative is a core competency of your organization while incorporating speaker notes. (3-4 slides).
Show how your organization contributes to all four types of corporate social responsibility to demonstrate positive corporate citizenship, including speaker notes. (3-4 slides)
Provide attribution using credible scholarly sources for each criterion in the professional presentation, including writing standards such as writing, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Transparency: Being transparent about our practices and supply chain.
- Crisis Management: Having a robust crisis management plan to address potential issues.
Slide 4: Community Involvement and DEI
- Community Grants: Supporting local organizations focused on environmental conservation and social justice.
- Employee Volunteer Programs: Encouraging employees to volunteer their time and skills to local causes.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Fair Labor Practices: Ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions for all employees.
Slide 5: Global Impact
- International Partnerships: Collaborating with global organizations to address environmental challenges.
- Sustainable Materials: Sourcing sustainable materials from around the world.
- Ethical Trade: Promoting fair trade practices and supporting local communities.
- Climate Action: Reducing our carbon footprint and advocating for climate policies.
Slide 6: Regulatory Compliance
- Environmental Regulations: Adhering to strict environmental regulations and standards.
- Labor Laws: Complying with labor laws and ensuring fair working conditions.
- Ethical Sourcing: Ensuring compliance with ethical sourcing standards.
- Transparency and Reporting: Providing transparent reporting on our environmental and social performance.
Slide 7: Measuring Performance
- Environmental Impact Assessment: Tracking our carbon footprint, water usage, and waste generation.
- Social Impact Assessment: Measuring our impact on communities and employees.
- Financial Performance: Assessing the financial implications of our sustainability initiatives.
Slide 8: Implementation and Sustainability
- Leadership Commitment: Strong leadership commitment to sustainability.
- Employee Engagement: Empowering employees to drive sustainability initiatives.
- Continuous Improvement: Regularly reviewing and updating our sustainability strategy.
- Long-Term Vision: A long-term commitment to sustainability as a core business principle.
Slide 9: Corporate Citizenship
- Environmental Stewardship: Protecting the environment and conserving natural resources.
- Social Responsibility: Supporting social causes and promoting human rights.
- Economic Responsibility: Creating sustainable economic value.
- Ethical Leadership: Leading by example and promoting ethical business practices.
Conclusion
By prioritizing environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and ethical business practices, Patagonia is committed to making a positive impact on the world. We believe that business can be a force for good, and we strive to inspire others to join us in creating a sustainable future.
[Include References Slide]
Speaker Notes:
- Slide 2: Elaborate on specific examples of Patagonia's commitment to environmental sustainability, such as using recycled materials, reducing waste, and fair labor practices.
- Slide 3: Discuss how Patagonia mitigates risks through supply chain transparency, ethical sourcing, and crisis management plans.
- Slide 4: Highlight specific community initiatives, employee volunteer programs, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Slide 5: Explain how Patagonia's global operations contribute to international sustainability goals and support local communities.
- Slide 6: Discuss specific regulations and standards that Patagonia adheres to, such as Fair Trade Certified, Bluesign Approved, and Organic Textile Standard.
- Slide 7: Detail the metrics used to measure environmental and social impact, such as carbon footprint, water usage, and social impact assessments.
- Slide 8: Explain the role of leadership, employee engagement, and continuous improvement in implementing and sustaining the sustainability plan.
- Slide 9: Provide concrete examples of Patagonia's contributions to each of the four types of corporate social responsibility, such as environmental conservation, social justice, economic development, and ethical leadership.
Remember to tailor your presentation to the specific audience and the time allotted. Use visuals, such as charts and graphs, to enhance your presentation and make it more engaging.
Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Plan: Patagonia
Slide 1: Title Slide
Title: Patagonia: A Force for Nature
Subtitle: A Commitment to Environmental Stewardship and Social Responsibility
Presenter: [Your Name] VP of Operations, Patagonia
Slide 2: The Patagonia Mission
- Mission Statement: Build the best product, cause no unnecessary harm, use business to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis.
- Triple Bottom Line: Patagonia's commitment to environmental and social responsibility is integral to its business model. We strive to balance profit, people, and planet.
Slide 3: Mitigating Risk
- Ethical Sourcing: Sourcing materials responsibly and ensuring fair labor practices.
- Environmental Impact: Minimizing our environmental footprint through sustainable production processes and reducing waste.