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Do you have a no D!£%head policy? Turns out it’s good for business. Yesterday I had the privilege of listening to the Chair of the Welsh Rugby Union Richard Collier-Keywood talk eloquently about the important Welsh cultural asset he is now responsible for and the need for it to serve all stakeholders i.e. benefit society beyond the bottom line. In business it’s known as CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) which emerged as a concept in the 1960s. Back then it was seen as an altruistic means of doing more with a business than just making money, but it was assumed it would involve sacrificing profit to achieve it. The growing evidence shows this is not the case. Being environmentally responsible, inclusive and serving of all stakeholders (customers, employees, investors, the environment and wider society) builds a strong brand, customer engagement, profit and also investment opportunities. The All Blacks have an NDH (No D!£%head) policy. They clean their own dressing rooms, carry their own bags and essentially show humility, accountability and a recognition of all the stakeholders in their organisation. For me, corporate social responsibility boils down to common sense, respect and humility. It’s good to see those leading our national game going forward aspire to the same ethos. And at a time of such high attrition in business in general, would it not be best to have a smart business model that ensures that everyone in the eco system is incentivised to see the venture succeed?  

Recently, the Port of Long Beach was pleased to host and participate in a virtual panel organized by the Propeller Club Los Angeles-Long Beach titled "Just In Time, Just In Case, or Just Late: What Will It Be In 2024's Peak Season". I was pleased to join industry leaders Jon Gold and Alan McCorkle for this timely and insightful conversation introduced by Susan Shey Dvonch. A special thanks to our incredible Communications team for facilitating this webinar. https://lnkd.in/g4ydBz34 #ports #supplychain #supplychainmanagement

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The journey of ESL Shipping began 75 years ago with the acquisition of our first vessel, the 2,000 dwt Arkadia. Check out this brief video showcasing some of the key moments from our history. Explore more about our past at: https://lnkd.in/gQ-JyDi5

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Here are a few of the highlights from the start of the year! Nothing better than getting out there and meeting people face to face.

Everyone's talking about "Artificial Intelligence" ...even me! Check out the highlights from a panel discussion I participated in yesterday hosted by PRSA Hoosier Chapter