Every business has an impact on society and the way that people live their lives, from the services they deliver to the way they operate including employment practices and decisions they take. As one of the world’s business player, our principal contribution to society is through our work with them. We are also committed to social impact through the way we run our firm. Our firm’s social impact matters to us. We think about it in many ways
– Serving our business partners
The core of our mission is to help our business partners succeed. When we support them to make lasting improvements to their performance, we also help them to scale their contribution to society including the services they deliver, the jobs they create and the economic growth they drive.
– Empowering our people
Our people are recognized as leaders and entrepreneurs and many of them are passionate about shaping the world and making a positive contribution to society.
– Working responsibly
Our values guide everything we do as an organization and the choices we make. They inform both our long-term strategy as a firm and the way we serve our business partners on a daily basis. We are committed to building a stronger institution that has long-term sustainability and enduring value.
Three Main Challenge Areas
In focusing on some of the world’s most critical challenges, we and our partners seek to make a positive social impact in three primary areas. Economic development, energy & sustainability, and education & workforce.