ACC and Ethisphere Announce Global Collaboration to Elevate Corporate Integrity

 

Connected Leadership will Pave the Way to Best Practices 

New York – [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][May 10, 2016]– Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, announced a year-long collaboration with the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) to address ongoing challenges and best practices in global compliance and ethics. ACC is the world’s largest organization dedicated exclusively to in-house counsel, with more than 40,000 members in 85 countries. Both organizations work closely across membership bases that include CEOs, general counsel, chief compliance officers, and other business and in-house legal executives to go beyond what companies are already doing to preserve corporate integrity and reputation.

“With the landscape of global compliance and company integrity more important than ever, and yet so vast, it just made complete sense to tackle many of these themes together in the interest of improving and inspiring corporate behavior,” said Ethisphere CEO Tim Erblich. “There is tremendously high value in connecting company leadership, especially from multinationals, that have real influence on best practices both here in the U.S. and broadly overseas. Our World’s Most Ethical Company honorees and Business Ethics Leadership Alliance are really making a difference, and combined with trusted voices and roles across such a respected ACC membership base, there is really no limit to the impact we can have on corporate ethics around the world.”

Quarterly issues of Ethisphere Magazine will feature an article from a Chief Legal Officer, drawing from the ACC membership base – the world’s largest community of in-house counsel. Richardson contributed to Ethisphere’s 10th Anniversary Issue, the first issue of 2016, and ACC members around the globe now have digital access to Ethisphere magazine.

“What I have found refreshing about the conversations we are driving with Ethisphere is that we are able to speak to company leaders in an entirely new way,” said Veta T. Richardson, ACC president and CEO. “There will always be regulatory and legal considerations for companies to consider, but what we see from GCs, across the C-suite and the boardroom, increasingly, is that these conversations are only enriched when ethics becomes integrated in every facet of the organization, especially at the top level of decision making.”

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About Ethisphere

The Ethisphere® Institute is the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success. Ethisphere has deep expertise in measuring and defining core ethics standards using data-driven insights that help companies enhance corporate character. Ethisphere honors superior achievement through its World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition program, provides a community of industry experts with the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance (BELA) and showcases trends and best practices in ethics with the publication of Ethisphere magazine. More information about Ethisphere can be found at: https://ethisphere.com.

 About ACC
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is a global legal association that promotes the common professional and business interests of in-house counsel who work for corporations, associations and other private-sector organisations through information, education, networking opportunities and advocacy initiatives. With more than 40,000 members in 85 countries, employed by over 10,000 organisations, the ACC connects its members to the people and resources necessary for both personal and professional growth – By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow the ACC on Twitter: @ACCinhouse.

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Clea Nabozny
480.397.2658
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Ethisphere 4th Annual Latin America Ethics Summit Highlights Improving Corporate Behavior Across the Region

Regional Leadership to Address Ethical Practices & Integrity 

New York, NY– May 3, 2016 – Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices will host the 4th Annual 2016 Latin America Ethics Summit June 8-9 in São Paulo, Brazil. The Summit, an event uncommon in this market, will bring together c-suite executives, General Counsels and compliance leadership engaging in an open forum of topical conversations and insights on topics ranging from company culture, elevating ethics and good governance, third party due diligence and more.

Featured speakers for the Summit include:

  • Flavio Cotini, President and CEO of Walmart Brazil;
  • Fabio Maceira, CEO for Jones Lang LaSalle Brazil;
  • Ricardo Amaral, Regional Vice President, Latin America and Managing Director, Brasil, Royal Caribbean Cruises;
  • Roberta Salvador, Legal and Compliance Director, Natura Cosméticos;
  • Luís Fernando Radulov Queiroz, General Counsel and Integrity Officer, South America, ABB Ltda.;
  • Reyna Torrecillas, Chief Compliance Officer, Latin America, General Electric; and many more.

“Latin America is a critically important jurisdiction for the world economy, but one that is facing many challenges. At Ethisphere, we are convinced leading global and local companies will be the catalyst for change and ultimate rebound leading to sustained and responsible performance,” said Ethisphere CEO Tim Erblich. “The 4th Annual Latin America Ethics Summits serves as a platform for companies and their executives to share insights and expertise to help improve company performance and value. Additionally, thought leaders from some of the most respected firms in the world will join the conversation with the shared mission of operating with integrity.”

The Summit will assemble at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo where over 200 participants are expected to attend for in-depth discussion and valuable networking opportunities. The 2015 Latin America Ethics Summit in Rio de Janeiro brought together over 20 different industries and diverse country-specific representatives from Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Guatemala, Spain, the United States and more. The Best Practices and Key Takeaways from the 2015 Latin America Ethics Summit offers a robust look into the event itself.

“Year over year, the engagement we see from company leaders across Latin America is really inspiring and shows a strong commitment to ethics and governance practices across the region,” said Ethisphere Chief Content Officer, Stefan Linssen. “This is a community with unique levels of concern in the global business environment, but that is taking aggressive steps to improve upon business reputation. Through a willingness to share best practices in ethical performance, Latin America leaders are swiftly taking action, and coming to the table to not only share their concerns, but also support one another through ethical business performance. The Summit is one of those rare opportunities to connect leaders who deeply care about these issues and in a unique position to help their organizations overcome ethical hurdles.”

For the latest information, faculty additions, and topical highlight at the 2016 Latin America Ethics Summit, visit the website at https://latinamericaethicssummit.com/.

About Ethisphere
The Ethisphere® Institute is the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success. Ethisphere has deep expertise in measuring and defining core ethics standards using data-driven insights that help companies enhance corporate character. Ethisphere honors superior achievement through its World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition program, provides a community of industry experts with the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance (BELA) and showcases trends and best practices in ethics with the publication of Ethisphere magazine. More information about Ethisphere can be found at: https://ethisphere.com.

Media Contacts
Clea Nabozny
480.397.2658
[email protected]