Greater Influence Through Strategic Engagement
Our 72-point evaluation clarifies your organization’s external affairs strengths and weaknesses. With this insightful data, we can work with your team to implement success strategies.
How We Help You
Improve External Affairs
Build Coalitions
Communicate with Purpose
Engage Stakeholders
Shape Policy and Regulations
Win By Giving Back
Cultivate Community Relationships
Why It Matters
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30% of a company’s value is at stake when it comes to its relationships with society.
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CEOs spend 30% of their time addressing this issue.
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Less than 30% of these business leaders successfully engage with society.
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If they COULD get it right, their company could generate returns at least 20% higher than competitors.
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