Upcoming Events

January 26, 2012
Best Buy’s Journey in Using Social Media to Create Open & Transparent Dialogues on Ethics Issues
Join us for “Best Buy’s Journey in Using Social Media to Create Open & Transparent Dialogues on Ethics Issues” featuring Kathleen Edmond – Best Buy’s Chief Ethics Officer – as she shares her company’s story in utilizing social media to create open and transparent dialogues on ethics issues. Following her remarks, Ron James – CEBC’s President and CEO – will facilitate a discussion with Edmond based on questions from our online participants. Register Today!

February 16, 2012
The Hershey Company: Chocolate and Beyond
This CEBC public forum features Andy McCormick - Vice President, Public Affairs at The Hershey Company - discussing The Hershey Company’s efforts to operate responsibly in the chocolate and cocoa industry and particularly in the areas of the world where cocoa is grown and harvested. Commenting Panelists: Christopher Michaelson, Ph.D., - Opus College of Business, University of St. Thomas; James Harkness - President of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy; and, Mark Murphy - Assistant Vice President for Cargill Corporate Affairs and Executive Director of the Cargill Foundation. Register Today!

Nominate a Company for the Minnesota Business Ethics Award

Has an organization impressed you with its commitment to the highest standards of ethical business conduct? It could be your company or one of your customers, suppliers or competitors. Once you have identified an organization(s) to be nominated, please visit www.mnethicsaward.org and click on “Nominate a Business”. The deadline for nominating a business is January 27, 2012.

Now in its 13th year, the MBEA recognizes Minnesota businesses that have exemplified and promoted ethical conduct for the benefit of the workplace, marketplace, environment and the community. Award recipients will be recognized at an awards luncheon banquet on May 16, 2012.

History of Corporate Responsibility Project

CEBC is leading a multi-year project to publish U.S. and global histories of corporate responsibility. Leading scholars will explore the interweaving of the history of thinking about business responsibilities and the history of business practices. Themes include debate over the legitimacy and purpose of the corporation, evolution of management strategies, and the contribution to and impact of business on society. In addition, the project convenes scholars and commissions working papers on selected topics.

The Business Ethics Exchange, Issue 5

Upcoming Events

Nominate a Company for the Minnesota Business Ethics Award

History of Corporate Responsibility Project