| | ASBC Summit Pushes for Real Systemic Change “Making Capitalism Work for All,” ASBC’s annual Summit, as an inspiring, energizing success for the more than 150 attendees who arrived in the nation’s capital for the two-day event on Dec 10 and 11. A series of plenary sessions and breakouts featured speakers who spanned every perspective from progress to conservative, every age group from Gen Z to Boomer, and every professional category: entrepreneur, established business leader, activist, academic, trade association leader, economist and think-tank scholar. All came to brainstorm on the first day about how shared efforts can forge a more just and sustainable economy, one that puts people and planet on a par with profit, shifting from a priority focused strictly on shareholders to one concerned with the broader community of stakeholders. The second day saw more than 60 ASBC members meeting with a dozen members of Congress and more than 40 Congressional staffers on our priority issues including sustainable packaging, a high-road economy, climate, infrastructure and stakeholder capitalism. | | | | Donate to one of ASBC's Policy Issue Areas | | | | | | ASBC Strategizes on Environment with House SEEC As a cornerstone of ASBC’s climate and sustainable packaging efforts, we are building a strong relationship with the 62-member U.S. House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC). Those efforts saw good results on December 11 during the Capitol Hill Day portion of our “Making Capitalism Work for All” Summit. ASBC members took the opportunity to strategize over coffee on some key issues with the chair and vice chair of SEEC: Reps. Paul Tonko of New York and Matt Cartwright of Pennsylvania. | | | | | | The Future of Capitalism + Activism Starts Now *By Nina Bernardin, Conscious Company I really enjoyed facilitating the panel discussion, “The Future of Capitalism + Activism: Thoughts from Gen Z and Millennial Leaders” at the American Sustainable Business Council’s Summit on Tuesday in D.C. It was exciting to hear from thoughtful young change-agents from both sides of the aisle on making capitalism work for all. Tuesday was spent dissecting the problem while Wednesday was spent lobbying for the support of better business practices. We met with the staffs of senators and congressmen and congresswomen from a broad range of states: Texas South Carolina, California, New Hampshire and Pennsylvania. The more legislators from across the country ASBC can connect with, the more decision-makers will understand the changes our business community is seeking on behalf of our companies, communities and country. | | | | | | Five Honored with ASBC Sustainable Leadership Awards U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio and Congresswoman Barbara Lee of California headlined the winners of the American Sustainable Business Council’s 2019 Sustainable Leadership Awards at ASBC’s “Making Capitalism Work for All” Summit this month. The two members of Congress were honored for their efforts in building a sustainable and high-road economy. EILEEN FISHER was named a company-wide winner for Leadership in Supporting a High-Road Workplace. ASBC Board Secretary Michael Peck, co-founder of 1worker1vote, was named a Sustainable Leadership awardee for Leadership in Promoting Worker Ownership. Lauren Maunus of Sunrise Movement was recognized for Leadership in Tackling Climate Change. The Award recognizes foresight and commitment shown by public and private sector leaders in championing public policies that help build a more sustainable economy. | | | | Media Coverage, Blogs, and More | | King Arthur Flour Company, Inc.
King Arthur Flour has been sharing the joy of baking since 1790. Headquartered in Norwich, Vermont, a certified B Corp, and 100% employee-owned, King Arthur is the ultimate baking resource, providing the highest quality ingredients for the most delicious baked goods, while inspiring connections and community through baking. King Arthur Flour believes in paying all workers a fair and competitive wage and offers robust retirement benefits, while also fostering a culture of health and wellness, community engagement, and celebration. Their national program, Bake for Good Kids, is a great example of this culture, teaching children across the country how to bake bread from scratch and then giving the bread to those in need in their community. The Fair Trade Federation (FTF)
The Fair Trade Federation (FTF) is a trade association of U.S. and Canadian fair trade businesses. FTF membership represents an entire organization, not just an individual product. This high bar of fair trade means each and every business decision is made with the well-being of artisans and farmers in mind. | | Effective Advocating & Lobbying Your Elected Officials on Clean Water and Other Issues
Webinar | January 14, 1 - 2 PM ET
In this training, business leaders will be prepared to be effective advocates for their issues. You will learn how to: - Plan an in-person meeting with policy makers
- How to prepare and research for in-person meeting
- Execute a successful meeting with policy makers
- Post-meeting outreach
- An overview of how business advocacy been helpful for on-going state and federal-level clean water policy issues
- Get your message to policy makers when you can't meet in person (outside-in approach)
Making the Business Case on Clean Water Issues to the Media
Webinar | January 14, 1 - 2 PM ET If the current political reality has you itching to speak out in the media, this session is for you. Learn best practices from the front lines, including how to: - Locate and approach journalists interested in what you have to say
- Make the strongest arguments for your policy agenda
- Highlight your company as proof of how policies affect business
- Utilize professional tips to enhance your credibility and confidence
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