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Corporate Social Responsibility for Impact
February 14, 2017
Clifford Yee – Managing Director
Carol Chin-Fatt – Engagement Leader
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Prepared for:
The information provided herein has been provided expressly for Raffa Learning Community
attendees as a basis for discussion purposes only.
This presentation was developed, compiled, prepared and arranged by Raffa, P.C.
through the expenditure of substantial time, effort and money
and constitutes valuable intellectual property of Raffa, P.C.
All right, title, and interest in and to the presentation is vested in Raffa, P.C. and
none of these presentation slides may be used or reproduced without Raffa, P.C.’s prior written
consent.
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What are we here to talk about today?
• Who & Why
– This workshop is for growing for-profits that have a desire to
operate their businesses in a socially responsible manner
• What You’ll Learn
– Develop a clear understanding of corporate social
responsibility (CSR)
– Understand the importance of articulating your intended
social impact
– Discover methods for measuring and communicating the
ROI of your CSR initiatives
– Identify potential CSR opportunities for your business to
maximize reputation, trust, efficiencies and employee
motivation — while achieving impact
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To serve as a catalyst
for positive systemic
change
Mission
Total
Employees
275
Office
Locations
(DC & Rockville)
2
Accounting
Consulting
Technology
Audit
Human Resources
Tax
Search & Transition
Investment Advisory
Employee Benefits
AffiliatedCompanies
Professional Services
$344,701
Cash Contribution
$119,571
In-Kind Contribution
$2,415,485
Pro Bono Contribution
$2,879,757
2015 Total Contributions
Community Giving
2015
Revenue
$46M
A quick snapshot of Raffa, P.C.
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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) defined
“Corporate Social Responsibility is the continuing commitment
by business to behave ethically and contribute to economic
development while improving the quality of life of the workforce
and their families as well as of the local community and society
at large”
– World Business Council For Sustainable Development
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Companies engage in a variety of social responsibility
initiatives and tactics
Nonprofit Partnerships
Human Rights
Philanthropy
CSR Reporting
Workplace Diversity
Employee Treatment
Environmental Management
Cause Marketing Supply Chain
Community
Investment
Employee
Volunteerism
Product Giveaways
Corporate Governance
Sponsorships
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Which typically result in three key business benefits
• Differentiation
• PR & Marketing
• Customer loyalty
• Environment
• Supply Chain
• Cost Savings
• Productivity
• Talent Retention
• Company Culture
Brand Operations
Employee
Engagement
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Companies design their CSR programs based on their
lifecycle, mission, values and intended impact
Be Philanthropic
Maximize
Profit
Align with
a Cause
Create
Shared Value
Make a Collective
Impact
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Brand Operations
Employee
Engagement
Social Impact
Regardless of intended impact, all companies should
measure the social impact of their programs
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A logic model is useful tool to help companies identify
their desired impact and what it will take to achieve it
Inputs OutcomesOutputsActivities Impact
Resources
dedicated to
or consumed
by the project
What the
project does
with its inputs
to achieve its
mission
The volume
of work
accomplished
by a project
Benefits or
changes for
participants
during and
after the
project
Long term
consequences
of intervention
A fundamental
change in a
system or
society
Planned Work Intended Results
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Case Study: USAA’s Corporate Responsibility Aspiration
Our Signature Cause
National Focus
Employee &
member
time, talent &
treasure
GOING ABOVE FOR THOSE WHO HAVE GONE BEYOND
MILITARY FAMILY RESILIENCY
FAMILIES IN NEED + EDUCATION + DISASTER RESPONSE
Support for Military
Caregivers, Families of the
Fallen,
& Wounded
Financial Readiness for
Service Members,
Spouses & Children
Fulfilling Careers for
Veterans & Military
Spouses
++
Promote emotional well-being, healing,
support systems & financial empowerment
Improve financial behaviors, habits,
stability & security
Provide transition assistance and increase
career opportunities
Additional Local Focus
Direct Impact Targets
Support safety, prevention and natural disaster
relief efforts for communities we serve
Promote financial literacy and help students
gain STEM-related learning opportunities
Address basic human needs due to
homelessness and hunger
Giving via
USAA & The
USAA
Foundation
Collaboration
with military
& community
groups
Products &
services
(aligned to
cause)
The USAA
Educational
Foundation
Resources (Enablers)
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Case Study: CSR framework for Zombie Coffee & Donuts
CSR Mission Be a catalyst for positive change in our community
CSR Pillars
CSR Priorities
Why?
1. Create job
opportunities for
students
2. Create access
with financial
support
3. Minimize our
environmental
footprint with
green
management
4. Support
community
entrepreneurship
5. Foster youth
entrepreneurship
Education Environment Entrepreneurship
Educated
communities
create economic
opportunities
Healthy
communities
require a healthy
environment
Small businesses
ensure local
communities
thrive
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Disruptive trends are accelerating social impact and
businesses are becoming forces for good
Investing in the Human Capital of Your Business
Emerging Frameworks for Collaboration
New Tools for Measuring and Reporting Impact
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Progressive companies are investing in the well-being of
their employees
Health & Fitness
Mindfulness
Fiscal Fitness
Diversity
&
Inclusion
Social Media
Family
Volunteerism
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And deliberately building a workforce that is purpose-
aligned
To draw global
attention to stories
that connect us
To share stories that
matter, amuse,
inform and inspire
To democratize
access to space for
the benefit of life on
earth
To create freedoms
for customers
without access to
power
Believing community
extends beyond the
places where we have
stores
Example Purpose Statements
Source: Imperative 2016
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By harnessing the sense of purpose that drives their
workforce, companies are fostering more social good
Purpose is powerful
Purpose-oriented workers are engaged and more likely:
•to be leaders (58%)
•to stay at their companies (20%)
•To promote the brand (57%)
• to find meaning in their work (64%)
Purpose
Finding work that matters to each person, and
connecting them to opportunities where they can drive
meaningful impact
Employee Orientation
Purpose | Achievement | Money
Source: Imperative 2016
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Purpose-driven companies are working towards solving
meaningful world problems with their employees
Every generation has Purpose-Oriented workers
“Purpose taps a universal need. It serves as a motivator
despite cultural differences – uniting everyone to contribute
to something bigger.”
Source: Imperative 2016
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•Walks, Runs
•Care/Impact Days,
Weeks, Months
• Drives & Kit Assembly
• Micro-Volunteerism
• Board Service
• Pro-­bono Service
• Mentoring
• Loaned Execs
• Fellowships
•Matching Gifts
• Dollars for Doers
• United Way/CFC
• Employee Funds
•Online Giving
Campaigns
Involvement
Projects
Employee
Giving
Skills-based
Volunteerism
Companies are finding new ways to engage employees via
smaller giving programs and skills based volunteerism
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Engaged employees can bring authentic humanity to their
employer’s brand
1. Pick your channel (s)
3. Let employees help tell your story
2. Create or engage in something bigger
#faceversary
#AdobeLife #IamCapitalOne
#TeamAmtrack#MacysLove
#LivingtheMcDream
#TalkinKoons
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New models of partnership are providing companies
easier ways to collaborate for more meaningful impact
Collective
Impact
Public-Private
Partnerships
Place-Based
Initiatives
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No matter the type of model, sustainable multi-stakeholder
collaborations have several common conditions of success
Shared
Measurement
Continuous
Communication
Backbone or
Anchor
Support
Common
Agenda
Mutually
reinforcing
Activities
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Corporations are increasingly leveraging Public-Private
Partnerships (P3s) to address community issues
Traditional P3 Focus Areas
Emerging P3 Focus Areas
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Place-Based Initiatives allow businesses to address
social issues in their local communities more holistically
Place
Based
Initiatives
Access to
Quality
Education
Jobs &
Economic
Vitality
Affordable
HousingSafety
Access to
Quality
Healthcare
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The Collective Impact model brings together cross sector
community partners to solve a specific problem at scale
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Case Study: Harlem Children Zone and Strive Partnership
are examples of replicable collective impact success
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As your company advances in its CSR journey, measuring
your social impact becomes more important
Access to Finance
Helps Tell Your Story
Helps Achieve Your
Purpose
Indicates Well-Run
Operations
Impact Reporting is an
Expectation
Measure Outcomes vs.
Inputs & Activities
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UN SDGS can help companies align the reporting of the
impact of their CSR efforts
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Companies are using a variety of frameworks and
certifications to demonstrate their impact
GRI Standards >> Overview Video
Certified B
Corporation
Global Impact
Investing Rating
System
Impact
Reporting &
Investment
Standards (IRIS)
Sustainability
Accounting
Standards
Board (SASB)
Global
Reporting
Initiative
GRI Standards
International
Standards
Organization
ISO 26000
Social
Accountability
International
SA80000
UL Environment
ULE880
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Award and recognition programs are useful for
measuring and communicating a company’s impact
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The rise of B Corps is fostering a movement where
businesses are a force for good
90% of Americans say that
companies must not only say a
product or service is beneficial,
but they need to prove it.”
- Cone Communications
“73% of consumers care about
the company, not just the product
when making a purchasing
decision.”
- BBMG
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Snapshot of Certified B Corps
1897+
CERTIFIED B CORPS
40+
COUNTRIES
140+
INDUSTRIES
1
UNIFYING GOAL
Business As A Force
For Good
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The B Corp assessment is organized across five
stakeholder impact areas
Community
Governance
Workers
Environment
Customers
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Other approaches and tools for accelerating impact will
continue to emerge and drive disruption in CSR
Social Impact Bonds
Conscious Capitalism
Social Return on
Investment
Impact Investing and
Patient Capital
Program Related investing
Integrated Reporting
Venture Philanthropy
Social Entrepreneurship
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Our Final Thoughts
• Impact Matters! No matter how you decide to structure your CSR
strategy and programs, sustainable social impact should be a goal
• Invest in Human Capital! Take care of your employees, and they
will take care of your brand.
• Achieve Greater Impact! Cultivate your network of community
partners across all sectors for mutual benefit.
• Measure What Matters! People want to buy into a company, tell
them why they should buy into yours.
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Thank You!
Cliff Yee
cyee@raffa.com
@clifford_yee
Carol Chin-Fatt
cchin-fatt@raffa.com
@chinfattc
“It is not enough for business to do well; it must also do good.
But in order to do good, a business must first do well.”
– Peter F. Drucker

2017-02-14 Corporate Social Responsibility for Impact

  • 1.
    Confidential Corporate Social Responsibilityfor Impact February 14, 2017 Clifford Yee – Managing Director Carol Chin-Fatt – Engagement Leader
  • 2.
    2Confidential Prepared for: The informationprovided herein has been provided expressly for Raffa Learning Community attendees as a basis for discussion purposes only. This presentation was developed, compiled, prepared and arranged by Raffa, P.C. through the expenditure of substantial time, effort and money and constitutes valuable intellectual property of Raffa, P.C. All right, title, and interest in and to the presentation is vested in Raffa, P.C. and none of these presentation slides may be used or reproduced without Raffa, P.C.’s prior written consent.
  • 3.
    3Confidential What are wehere to talk about today? • Who & Why – This workshop is for growing for-profits that have a desire to operate their businesses in a socially responsible manner • What You’ll Learn – Develop a clear understanding of corporate social responsibility (CSR) – Understand the importance of articulating your intended social impact – Discover methods for measuring and communicating the ROI of your CSR initiatives – Identify potential CSR opportunities for your business to maximize reputation, trust, efficiencies and employee motivation — while achieving impact
  • 4.
    4Confidential To serve asa catalyst for positive systemic change Mission Total Employees 275 Office Locations (DC & Rockville) 2 Accounting Consulting Technology Audit Human Resources Tax Search & Transition Investment Advisory Employee Benefits AffiliatedCompanies Professional Services $344,701 Cash Contribution $119,571 In-Kind Contribution $2,415,485 Pro Bono Contribution $2,879,757 2015 Total Contributions Community Giving 2015 Revenue $46M A quick snapshot of Raffa, P.C.
  • 5.
    5Confidential Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) defined “Corporate Social Responsibility is the continuing commitment by business to behave ethically and contribute to economic development while improving the quality of life of the workforce and their families as well as of the local community and society at large” – World Business Council For Sustainable Development
  • 6.
    6Confidential Companies engage ina variety of social responsibility initiatives and tactics Nonprofit Partnerships Human Rights Philanthropy CSR Reporting Workplace Diversity Employee Treatment Environmental Management Cause Marketing Supply Chain Community Investment Employee Volunteerism Product Giveaways Corporate Governance Sponsorships
  • 7.
    7Confidential Which typically resultin three key business benefits • Differentiation • PR & Marketing • Customer loyalty • Environment • Supply Chain • Cost Savings • Productivity • Talent Retention • Company Culture Brand Operations Employee Engagement
  • 8.
    8Confidential Companies design theirCSR programs based on their lifecycle, mission, values and intended impact Be Philanthropic Maximize Profit Align with a Cause Create Shared Value Make a Collective Impact
  • 9.
    9Confidential Brand Operations Employee Engagement Social Impact Regardlessof intended impact, all companies should measure the social impact of their programs
  • 10.
    10Confidential A logic modelis useful tool to help companies identify their desired impact and what it will take to achieve it Inputs OutcomesOutputsActivities Impact Resources dedicated to or consumed by the project What the project does with its inputs to achieve its mission The volume of work accomplished by a project Benefits or changes for participants during and after the project Long term consequences of intervention A fundamental change in a system or society Planned Work Intended Results
  • 11.
    11Confidential Case Study: USAA’sCorporate Responsibility Aspiration Our Signature Cause National Focus Employee & member time, talent & treasure GOING ABOVE FOR THOSE WHO HAVE GONE BEYOND MILITARY FAMILY RESILIENCY FAMILIES IN NEED + EDUCATION + DISASTER RESPONSE Support for Military Caregivers, Families of the Fallen, & Wounded Financial Readiness for Service Members, Spouses & Children Fulfilling Careers for Veterans & Military Spouses ++ Promote emotional well-being, healing, support systems & financial empowerment Improve financial behaviors, habits, stability & security Provide transition assistance and increase career opportunities Additional Local Focus Direct Impact Targets Support safety, prevention and natural disaster relief efforts for communities we serve Promote financial literacy and help students gain STEM-related learning opportunities Address basic human needs due to homelessness and hunger Giving via USAA & The USAA Foundation Collaboration with military & community groups Products & services (aligned to cause) The USAA Educational Foundation Resources (Enablers)
  • 12.
    12Confidential Case Study: CSRframework for Zombie Coffee & Donuts CSR Mission Be a catalyst for positive change in our community CSR Pillars CSR Priorities Why? 1. Create job opportunities for students 2. Create access with financial support 3. Minimize our environmental footprint with green management 4. Support community entrepreneurship 5. Foster youth entrepreneurship Education Environment Entrepreneurship Educated communities create economic opportunities Healthy communities require a healthy environment Small businesses ensure local communities thrive
  • 13.
    13Confidential Disruptive trends areaccelerating social impact and businesses are becoming forces for good Investing in the Human Capital of Your Business Emerging Frameworks for Collaboration New Tools for Measuring and Reporting Impact
  • 14.
    14Confidential Progressive companies areinvesting in the well-being of their employees Health & Fitness Mindfulness Fiscal Fitness Diversity & Inclusion Social Media Family Volunteerism
  • 15.
    15Confidential And deliberately buildinga workforce that is purpose- aligned To draw global attention to stories that connect us To share stories that matter, amuse, inform and inspire To democratize access to space for the benefit of life on earth To create freedoms for customers without access to power Believing community extends beyond the places where we have stores Example Purpose Statements Source: Imperative 2016
  • 16.
    16Confidential By harnessing thesense of purpose that drives their workforce, companies are fostering more social good Purpose is powerful Purpose-oriented workers are engaged and more likely: •to be leaders (58%) •to stay at their companies (20%) •To promote the brand (57%) • to find meaning in their work (64%) Purpose Finding work that matters to each person, and connecting them to opportunities where they can drive meaningful impact Employee Orientation Purpose | Achievement | Money Source: Imperative 2016
  • 17.
    17Confidential Purpose-driven companies areworking towards solving meaningful world problems with their employees Every generation has Purpose-Oriented workers “Purpose taps a universal need. It serves as a motivator despite cultural differences – uniting everyone to contribute to something bigger.” Source: Imperative 2016
  • 18.
    18Confidential •Walks, Runs •Care/Impact Days, Weeks,Months • Drives & Kit Assembly • Micro-Volunteerism • Board Service • Pro-­bono Service • Mentoring • Loaned Execs • Fellowships •Matching Gifts • Dollars for Doers • United Way/CFC • Employee Funds •Online Giving Campaigns Involvement Projects Employee Giving Skills-based Volunteerism Companies are finding new ways to engage employees via smaller giving programs and skills based volunteerism
  • 19.
    19Confidential Engaged employees canbring authentic humanity to their employer’s brand 1. Pick your channel (s) 3. Let employees help tell your story 2. Create or engage in something bigger #faceversary #AdobeLife #IamCapitalOne #TeamAmtrack#MacysLove #LivingtheMcDream #TalkinKoons
  • 20.
    20Confidential New models ofpartnership are providing companies easier ways to collaborate for more meaningful impact Collective Impact Public-Private Partnerships Place-Based Initiatives
  • 21.
    21Confidential No matter thetype of model, sustainable multi-stakeholder collaborations have several common conditions of success Shared Measurement Continuous Communication Backbone or Anchor Support Common Agenda Mutually reinforcing Activities
  • 22.
    22Confidential Corporations are increasinglyleveraging Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) to address community issues Traditional P3 Focus Areas Emerging P3 Focus Areas
  • 23.
    23Confidential Place-Based Initiatives allowbusinesses to address social issues in their local communities more holistically Place Based Initiatives Access to Quality Education Jobs & Economic Vitality Affordable HousingSafety Access to Quality Healthcare
  • 24.
    24Confidential The Collective Impactmodel brings together cross sector community partners to solve a specific problem at scale
  • 25.
    25Confidential Case Study: HarlemChildren Zone and Strive Partnership are examples of replicable collective impact success
  • 26.
    26Confidential As your companyadvances in its CSR journey, measuring your social impact becomes more important Access to Finance Helps Tell Your Story Helps Achieve Your Purpose Indicates Well-Run Operations Impact Reporting is an Expectation Measure Outcomes vs. Inputs & Activities
  • 27.
    27Confidential UN SDGS canhelp companies align the reporting of the impact of their CSR efforts
  • 28.
    28Confidential Companies are usinga variety of frameworks and certifications to demonstrate their impact GRI Standards >> Overview Video Certified B Corporation Global Impact Investing Rating System Impact Reporting & Investment Standards (IRIS) Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Global Reporting Initiative GRI Standards International Standards Organization ISO 26000 Social Accountability International SA80000 UL Environment ULE880
  • 29.
    29Confidential Award and recognitionprograms are useful for measuring and communicating a company’s impact
  • 30.
    30Confidential The rise ofB Corps is fostering a movement where businesses are a force for good 90% of Americans say that companies must not only say a product or service is beneficial, but they need to prove it.” - Cone Communications “73% of consumers care about the company, not just the product when making a purchasing decision.” - BBMG
  • 31.
    31Confidential Snapshot of CertifiedB Corps 1897+ CERTIFIED B CORPS 40+ COUNTRIES 140+ INDUSTRIES 1 UNIFYING GOAL Business As A Force For Good
  • 32.
    32Confidential The B Corpassessment is organized across five stakeholder impact areas Community Governance Workers Environment Customers
  • 33.
    33Confidential Other approaches andtools for accelerating impact will continue to emerge and drive disruption in CSR Social Impact Bonds Conscious Capitalism Social Return on Investment Impact Investing and Patient Capital Program Related investing Integrated Reporting Venture Philanthropy Social Entrepreneurship
  • 34.
    34Confidential Our Final Thoughts •Impact Matters! No matter how you decide to structure your CSR strategy and programs, sustainable social impact should be a goal • Invest in Human Capital! Take care of your employees, and they will take care of your brand. • Achieve Greater Impact! Cultivate your network of community partners across all sectors for mutual benefit. • Measure What Matters! People want to buy into a company, tell them why they should buy into yours.
  • 35.
    35Confidential Thank You! Cliff Yee cyee@raffa.com @clifford_yee CarolChin-Fatt cchin-fatt@raffa.com @chinfattc “It is not enough for business to do well; it must also do good. But in order to do good, a business must first do well.” – Peter F. Drucker