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August 2023
CPRT Expert Dialogue: American Schism: How Business Can Make a Difference in Bringing Us Together without Touching Political “Third Rails”
An Expert Dialogue with Seth Radwell, author of American Schism: How the Two Enlightenments Hold the Secret to Healing Our Nation Business leaders across the US and the world are increasingly concerned about polarization and intensifying incivility, but often loathe to get involved in issues that are fraught with conflict and brand risk. Yet, as public discourse breaks down, business is critical to sustaining strong civic institutions, civic discourse and geopolitical stability. How can business bring a pragmatic, constructive approach…
Find out more »September 2023
CPRT Expert Dialogue: Navigating Democracy Flashpoints: How Business Leaders & Boards Can Reduce Risk & Strengthen Civic Trust by Preparing for a Principled Response
An Expert Dialogue with Daniella Ballou-Aares and Lauren Caplan of the Leadership Now Project With the 2024 campaigning underway and distrust of American civic institutions at an all-time high, business leaders and boards can expect to confront multiple “democracy flashpoints” in the coming months. What scenarios should they be preparing for? Where might they need to take a stand, change course or be ready to defend their actions under fire? What can they do to prepare now? Please join us…
Find out more »October 2023
CPR in Action: Addressing the Root Causes of Dysfunctional American Politics
A CPRT Expert Dialogue with Sarah Bonk & Richard Eidlin of Business for America In the current tumultuous U.S. political environment, business leaders are exploring ways to navigate heated debates and intensifying culture wars. When and how should they take action? How can they prepare internally? Are there ways business can help address the root causes of dysfunctional politics? Please join our next Expert Dialogue as we explore the findings from Business for America’s (BFA) recent working group and survey.…
Find out more »November 2023
CPRT Expert Dialogue: Responsible Policy Engagement on Climate Change: Practical Steps for Addressing Misalignment
As more investors consider risks related to climate change and a just energy transition, and California and the European Union implement new Scope 3 reporting, companies are being pressed to develop concrete action plans to achieve net zero or other environmental targets. Though these plans focus on operations, supply chains, and products or services, firms are increasingly recognizing the importance of stable, aligned climate policy as a critical factor in reaching their stated goals. Yet, in practice, responsible policy engagement…
Find out more »December 2023
Corporate Political Responsibility: From Theory to Action
Companies have become increasingly powerful political players in recent decades, using their political clout to influence public policy on social, economic and environmental issues – often behind closed doors and too often, in ways that undermine the public interest. In his new book, Corporate Political Responsibility, Tom Lyon and a series of leading scholars of corporate political responsibility seek to create a new norm for responsible political behaviour by corporations. During this virtual event, contributors will discuss both this book…
Find out more »CPRT Expert Dialogue: CPR & Business Strategy in a Hyperpolitical World
In their recent Harvard Business Review article, Strategy in a Hyperpolitical World, Roger L. Martin and Martin Reeves argue, “Almost everything about business today is political, in the sense that it requires consideration of a wide range of often controversial ethical, social and ecological issues.” Many executives know this reality all too well, as challenging societal issues are becoming ever more real and urgent in the workplace – via employee social media channels, town halls, engagement surveys and more. …
Find out more »January 2024
CPRT Expert Dialogue: Technology, Free Speech & Democracy in 2024
As technology platforms provide more and more of the “public square” for civic discourse and debate, their actions will be critical as voters weigh choices in 2024 election in the US and around the world. Now, with the accelerated adoption of AI, technology will have an even greater role in averting electoral crises and navigating intense debates over free speech, hate speech, censorship, fraud, and protest. These challenges raise issues for all companies, as their employees and customers engage over…
Find out more »February 2024
CPRT Expert Dialogue: The Business Resiliency Case for CPR
As businesses seek to balance shifting expectations from stakeholders ranging from investors and legal counsel to customers and employees, they’re increasingly exploring how a principled structure for political activities can help increase business resilience and sustainability. In her recent work developing more than 30 case studies on corporate sustainability, Angeli Patel has discovered three indicators of resilient businesses across industries: 1) they opt to face challenges head-on rather than wait until a moment of crisis; 2) they’re curious about and…
Find out more »2024 Election Readiness and Corporate Political Responsibility: Six Strategies for a Proactive, Principled Approach
An invitation to executives to manage risk, maintain stability and take non-partisan action to ensure the health of our civic institutions The 2024 General Election is approaching fast. Across the country, voters will go to the polls in a political landscape that is increasingly polarized and volatile. With energized stakeholders looking for companies to lead, business will undoubtedly be called on to take stands on our civic processes and institutions. In this moment, business leaders can turn to the emerging…
Find out more »March 2024
CPRT Expert Dialogue: Trade Association – Member Collaboration for Sustainability Policy: A New Model?
Trade associations are key players in helping businesses and industry sectors deliver on ambitious sustainability goals, stakeholder priorities, and an ultimate interest in a healthy environment. In these efforts, public policy is a critical lever. As a natural vehicle for industry advocacy on sustainability policy, trade associations lobby and sometimes make political contributions. Yet, specific views on sustainability issues are diverse, and some players will bear more of the cost of regulatory changes. How can trade associations navigate these diverse…
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