Last year, the authors of the Edelman Trust Barometer declared, "Societal leadership is now a core function of business". As trust slips away from government and the media, society is demanding more from the corporate sector. To win over consumers and to ensure employees understand that they are part of something greater, businesses are increasingly called upon to "walk the walk"—to demonstrate that their actions and culture match the values they claim to hold. This panel brings together industry leaders to discuss how corporate philanthropy is becoming central to corporate purpose, how engagement has evolved, and where the space is heading. 

Moderator

Melissa Stevens

Executive Vice President, MI Philanthropy, Milken Institute

Speakers

Greg Curtis

Executive Director, Holdfast Collective

Damien Huang

President and CEO Elect, Cotopaxi

Graham Macmillan

President, Visa Foundation

Saadia Madsbjerg

Vice President of Global Community Affairs; President of The Coca-Cola Foundation, The Coca-Cola Company