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Sharing APCO's 2023 Responsible Business & Corporate Citizenship Report

September 23, 2024
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2024 Elections: Global Results and Implications for the Future 

November 21, 2024
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The Mahindra Group Selects APCO as Agency of Record for U.S. Business

August 5, 2024
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Brian Ellner Joins APCO as New York Office Managing Director

Brian Ellner, an advisor to prominent corporations, nonprofits and C-Suites, joined APCO as the managing director of APCO's New York office....

February 26, 2025
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Learning From Failure: Missed Sustainability Targets and the Lessons They Can Teach Us

As sustainability targets become harder to reach, many companies are quietly missing goals while avoiding scrutiny. Hunter Wright explores the challenges behind missed commitments—from regulatory shifts to financial pressures—and why transparent communication is key to meaningful progress....

February 26, 2025 / Hunter Wright
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China’s 2025 Two Sessions: What We’re Watching

This year’s Two Sessions come at a challenging moment for Beijing, as it prepares for an uncertain relationship with the new Trump administration while aiming to sustain a stimulus push that boosted last quarter’s GDP growth. Here are some of the things we’ll be watching closely....

February 24, 2025 / Tari Such , Elise Bukowski, Ruihan Zhu
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Initial Adoption of SDR in the United Kingdom: A First Look

The introduction of the Sustainability Disclosure Regulation (SDR) in 2024 marked a milestone in sustainable investing in the United Kingdom. As the scrutiny of sustainability-related investing increases, we ask the SDR is now and where might it be heading. ...

February 20, 2025 / Harry Sale, Frank Krikhaar
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Balancing Green Ambitions and Industrial Growth: The European Union’s Clean Industrial Deal 

The European Commission’s new Clean Industrial Deal aims to balance economic competitiveness with green ambitions. As the EU shifts from regulation to implementation, this initiative seeks to decarbonize industries while reducing red tape, boosting investment and ensuring Europe remains a competitive hub for clean technologies....

February 20, 2025 / Carlota Rabena, Sofia Scarpellini
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Navigating Politically Charged DEI Conversations in the Workplace

In today’s polarized environment, DEI initiatives have become both a rallying point and a lightning rod. Organizations find themselves at a crossroads—some scaling back due to external pressures, others doubling down on their commitments. This divergence underscores the need for a balanced, strategic approach. ...

February 18, 2025 / Jennifer Allison
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The New Face of Philanthropy: How Gen Z Is Bypassing Traditional Systems 

In an era of declining faith in institutions, Generation Z is rewriting the rules of charitable giving. But their revolution isn't happening in boardrooms or through traditional nonprofit channels—it's playing out on TikTok, YouTube and GoFundMe. ...

February 18, 2025 / Akinyi Ochieng, Kika Chatterjee
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Advancing Digital Citizenship: The Need for Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration in Japan's Youth Internet Education 

Internet and social media use among minors is widespread in Japan. While digital tools are integrated into education, challenges like defamation and misinformation remain, necessitating collaboration among guardians, government, educators and nonprofits....

February 14, 2025 / Masato Koike, Nozomi Sasao, Maya Shinoda
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"AI Cold War Is Here": Are We Ready for the AI Race?

The "AI Cold War" is here, reshaping geopolitics and innovation. From US-China rivalry to Europe’s regulations and India’s ambitions, Imad Lahad unpacks the global race to shape AI’s future....

February 12, 2025 / Imad Lahad
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Super Bowl 59 Ad Review: What a Surprise

Unlike typical Super Bowl ad reviews that highlight the funniest or most popular spots, this one assesses ads through APCO’s Five Acts of Corporate Advocacy, which focuses on how companies fulfill their societal responsibilities....

February 10, 2025 / Bill Dalbec