Business Chief APAC+ANZ Magazine January 2015 | Page 13

– Ronni Kahn , founder and CEO , OzHarvest
FEEDING NEW ZEALAND

“ Getting the staff together to bond over a common goal [...] allows them to spend time together in a meaningful , fun and interactive environment .”

relationships with the community and strengthens our company for a brighter future .
“ [...] Global citizenship is not a secondary activity ; it should be a core value of the business . By integrating this into every day decision making processes you can make a significant positive change in your communities . As part of being a good Employer you should view CSR as a long term investment which demonstrates your commitment to your employees , customers and communities . The benefits of CSR can be seen by higher employee engagement levels and better customer relationships that prefer to collaborate with a
– Ronni Kahn , founder and CEO , OzHarvest
responsible business .”
One of the easiest ways to find success with corporate social responsibility is to find a charity that “ aligns with your mission , and that actively works together with you to create a meaningful partnership ,” shared Kahn . “ It can ’ t just come from the top ( although you certainly need management onboard ) it is paramount to a successful partnership that your staff are also onboard and given the opportunity to be part of the relationship .”
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