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Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey.

My journey into tech was not typical, but it led me exactly where I needed to be. Before joining GoDaddy in 2017, I managed a roller skating rink and, prior to that, worked at a funeral home. Not exactly your average path into cloud computing! However, I have always loved technology. I was the kid sneaking out after midnight to play The Sims on a computer I rigged to bypass my parents’ password. I have always been into gadgets, especially phones. I had just about every model that came out while I was growing up (RIP to the Sidekick).

I had heard GoDaddy was a great place to work, but I figured I did not have the experience. Fortunately, someone I knew from the community worked here and encouraged me to apply. I landed a Customer Sales and Support role, and that kicked off my career in tech. I dove headfirst into learning how the internet really works, from domains to hosting, and quickly realized I wanted to go deeper into the technical side.

From there, I moved across teams: Sales, Hosting, WDS, and eventually found my place in Corp Tech working on internal systems. I am now a SaaS Platform Systems Engineer III, partnering with teams across the company to build scalable solutions and improve the SaaS tools our teams rely on every day.

A year or so into this role, I decided to take the next step and go back to school. I enrolled in the Cloud Computing Program at Western Governors University in 2021 and just graduated this June with my bachelor’s degree. It was important to me that the work I am doing every day at GoDaddy aligns with the direction I am growing in, and now it does.

What real-life problems does your team solve?

We work with both customer-facing and internal teams across GoDaddy to help them improve the way they work. Whether it is streamlining workflows, automating repetitive tasks, or designing better ways to interact with customers, we help teams turn their processes into scalable, efficient systems, using SaaS tools with a specific focus on the Atlassian suite of products including Jira, Jira Service Management, Confluence, and more.

A big part of our role is listening. We work closely with stakeholders to understand their goals, pain points, and the outcomes they need. From there, we recommend the best way to build the solution in the system. It’s not just about implementing a request—it’s about figuring out what really needs fixing and finding the best way to do it.

What is the most challenging, yet rewarding thing that you have worked on at GoDaddy?

Honestly, it is hard for me to pick just one. The nature of my role is that I am constantly working with different teams across the company, each with their own challenges, systems, and needs. Every situation is unique, and that is exactly what makes it both challenging and rewarding.

One day, I might be helping a team redesign their ticketing workflows to reduce bottlenecks. The next, I am troubleshooting an automation that is impacting how requests flow between systems. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, so I have to stay flexible, think critically, and really listen to what teams need before building out a solution.

It can be a lot to juggle, but seeing the impact when a process finally clicks into place and starts making someone’s job easier is what makes it all worth it.

How do you stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in SaaS?

Since I just wrapped up my Cloud Computing degree, a lot of my recent learning has come through hands-on coursework and certifications. That definitely helped me build a strong foundation and stay current with core SaaS and cloud concepts.

Day-to-day, I stay in the loop by keeping an eye on new developments in the Atlassian ecosystem, since those tools are such a big part of my role. I regularly check product release notes, documentation updates, and follow community forums when we are planning new configurations. If I run into something unfamiliar, I am quick to research and dig into it. Google is still one of my best tools.

What makes the GoDaddy Engineering Team unique from others that you have worked on?

One thing that really stands out is the level of support from both direct and upper leadership. I always feel like we are kept in the loop and never left guessing about what is going on. Whether new initiatives are being introduced or changes are on the horizon, there is a clear commitment to keeping us informed and prepared, so we never feel caught off guard.

There is also a strong sense of encouragement to do our best work, while still making room for fun. It is clear that leadership cares about our growth, our well-being, and creating an environment where people genuinely enjoy showing up.

On top of that, the people here are just incredibly helpful. If you are working on a system or tool you are not familiar with, there is almost always a supportive team behind it, ready and willing to jump in and help solve problems or answer questions.

We really do know how to live up to “Joining Forces” around here, and that makes a huge difference in how we work together.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

I love getting outside whenever I can. In the summer, that usually means paddle boarding down the Salt River or heading up north for a camping trip. In the cooler months, I am often out hiking and exploring different trails around Arizona.

My wife and I also love to travel and have been checking out new spots all over the U.S. Lately, we have been trying to visit places we have never been before, like New York City and Austin, Texas.

At home, I am all about board games, video games, and making homemade pizza with my countertop pizza oven, which has definitely become a weekend ritual.

I am also part of the leadership team for GD United, one of GoDaddy’s Employee Resource Groups. GD United is a community that promotes and advocates for LGBTQIA+ issues, helping to create an inclusive, supportive space for everyone. One of the events I help lead is our presence at the Phoenix Pride Parade, where GoDaddy sponsors and walks each year. To be part of a company and a community that truly shows up for others and stands for something meaningful is very rewarding.

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By Jean Ekwa, Strategic Communications and PR Lead at Tech To The Rescue

This World Environment Day, we’re celebrating more than awareness—we’re showcasing transformation. Around the world, visionary changemakers are confronting the climate crisis with innovation, determination, and deep local knowledge. And they’re not doing it alone.

Tech To The Rescue—a global nonprofit connecting technology companies with nonprofits to solve our world’s most pressing challenges—is spearheading the AI for Changemakers Accelerator Program, supported by key partners like Lenovo. At the heart of this initiative stands the Lenovo AI for Social Impact Lab and its support for twelve forward-thinking nonprofits from the climate and education sectors.

As an associate sponsor, Lenovo provides not just inspiration to the program, but the essential tools, technology, and resources these organizations need to transform bold ideas into AI solutions.

“Every tech company has the power to change many lives with their skills—not someday, but now. AI for good shouldn’t be a promise. It should be infrastructure.”
— Jacek Siadkowski, CEO, Tech To The Rescue

“Our goal with the Lenovo AI for Social Impact Lab is to help grassroots solutions scale—by making sure they’re equipped not only with knowledge, but with the right tools to build.”
— Santiago Mendez Galvis, EMEA Head of Philanthropy Lenovo

Today, we spotlight five remarkable climate-focused organizations Lenovo supports with hands-on collaboration. These social changemakers are already harnessing AI for good, turning field experience and community trust into scalable, tech-powered solutions that matter.

Five Lenovo Climate Fellows Changing the World 

Justdiggit: Cooling the Planet Through Land Restoration (Africa, Global) 

In East Africa, Justdiggit has already restored an impressive 60,000+ hectares of degraded land. With AI capabilities, they’re now developing personalized recommendation engines for farmers and satellite-based impact monitoring systems.

“At Justdiggit, we believe AI powered, personalised learning can help farmers thrive and cool down the planet in the process. Lenovo gave us a very welcome boost to kickstart smart testing of AI with a sharp focus on how farmers actually experience it. With the help of expert advice and generous resources we’re learning fast and learning deep.”
— Carl Lens Head of Digital Regreening, Justdiggit

Their work demonstrates that effective climate solutions don’t need to be complex or expensive—they just need to reach the right hands with the right tools.

Reap Benefit: Youth-Led Climate Solutions (India) 

Reap Benefit empowers India’s young people to solve local civic and environmental challenges through their own innovation. With 121,000+ participants already generating over 560,000 data points, they’re now taking their impact to the next level through AI.

Their vision? An AI-driven virtual mentor providing personalized guidance across languages and learning styles, making climate action accessible to all.

“Being part of the Lenovo AI for Social Impact Lab is enabling us to deepen our journey of making technology — particularly AI — a meaningful enabler at the grassroots. It’s not just about access to tools, but about equipping young people to shape civic and climate solutions rooted in their lived realities.”
— Gauthamraj Elango Tech Leader, Reap Benefit

Behind the scenes, Reap Benefit’s own AI Impact Lab is already in action, with young “Solve Ninjas” using technology to enhance the impact of everything from air quality storytelling to peer mentorship.

Reboot the Future: Transforming Climate Education (United Kingdom, Global) 

With a powerful network of 19,000 teachers, Reboot the Future is revolutionizing climate education in UK classrooms. Their mission goes beyond awareness—they’re cultivating empathy-driven environmental leaders for tomorrow.

Through AI, they’re creating personalized resources that adapt to each classroom’s needs, supporting overwhelmed educators and amplifying student voices in climate policy.

“Being part of Lenovo AI for Social Impact Lab – means we can develop technology for good to amplify our mission, helping educators and young people reconnect with themselves, each other, and the planet. It enables us to better support teachers with meaningful, values-led tools that inspire action and help shape a more compassionate and sustainable future.
— Bruna Bertuzzi, Head of Digital Transformation, Reboot the Future

With Lenovo’s support and by integrating AI into their platform, they can offer teachers the right support at the right moment, turning overwhelm into purposeful action rooted in empathy, hope, and the belief that a better world is not only possible but already beginning in our classrooms..

Watershed Organisation Trust (WOTR): AI-Powered Agricultural Resilience (India) 

WOTR has transformed water security and agricultural sustainability across thousands of Indian villages. Now, they’re leveraging AI to provide real-time pest forecasts, climate-smart advisories, and data-driven decision tools for farmers facing increasing climate challenges. 

“Participating in the Lenovo AI for Social Impact Lab enables Watershed Organisation Trust (WOTR) to harness cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance climate resilience, improve rural livelihoods, and scale its impact across vulnerable communities. It also offers a valuable platform for collaboration, innovation, and building AI-driven solutions tailored to grassroots development.” 
— Ajay Shelke IT & GIS expert, WOTR

Through the Lenovo Lab, WOTR is building solutions that make sustainable agriculture not just possible but profitable for smallholder farmers—proving that technology and tradition can work hand in hand.

WeRobotics: Local Innovation Through Drones and Data (USA, Global) 

WeRobotics equips local experts with drone, data, and AI technologies to address critical challenges in agriculture, conservation, and disaster response. From crop monitoring in Uganda to tracking endangered waterfowl in Senegal, their “Flying Labs” are proving the power of locally-led technology.

“Participating in the Lenovo AI for Social Impact Lab is an incredible opportunity to strengthen our mission of using technology for positive environmental and social change. It’s helping us explore how AI can enhance drone data analysis for faster, smarter decision-making in the field.” 
— Diego Paolo Ferruzzo Correa, WeRobotics

With Lenovo’s support, WeRobotics is exploring how AI can make field operations more precise, inclusive, and sustainable—accelerating everything from crop planning to crisis mapping.

From Inspiration to Impact: The Road Ahead 

These solutions are not just ideas—they’re being actively developed and implemented right now through pro bono collaborations between nonprofits and tech partners. From rejuvenating landscapes to reimagining classroom engagement, these projects are showing that AI can serve both people and the planet. What they need now is time—and support—to fully scale their impact.

This World Environment Day, we celebrate not just the vision, but the tangible tools being built to make it real. Because the future of our planet should be built together – coded in classrooms, tested in farmers’ fields, and co-created with communities worldwide.

Jean Ekwa is the Strategic Communications & PR Lead at Tech To The Rescue, a global nonprofit connecting social impact organizations with skilled tech teams to co-create pro bono digital solutions. He works at the intersection of technology, storytelling, and systemic change — focusing on partnerships and narrative that reframe what tech-for-good means, especially where the growing gap between communities and technology holds back meaningful impact. 

Lenovo Foundation is Lenovo’s charitable giving arm, supporting Lenovo’s focus on providing smarter technology for all by providing access to technology and STEM education for those who need it most. Learn more at www.lenovofoundation.com.

On June 25, 2025, Cascale joined policymakers, industry leaders, and sustainability experts in Brussels for the official launch of the Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCR) for Apparel and Footwear — a groundbreaking step toward a unified approach to measuring environmental impact across the sector.

The event, hosted at the Sofitel Brussels Hotel, marked the successful completion of a five-year, multi-stakeholder initiative. With formal approval from both the Technical Secretariat and the European Commission, the PEFCR now stands as the most advanced and harmonized life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology for the apparel and footwear industry. It is poised to serve as a key building block for forthcoming EU regulations such as the Green Claims Directive and Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation.

Cascale has played a central role in the development of the PEFCR for Apparel & Footwear, serving as Coordinator of the Technical Secretariat since 2019.

Following a keynote from Emmanuelle Maire, Head of Unit for Circular Economy, Sustainable Production & Consumption at DG ENVI, European Commission, Andrew Martin, executive vice president at Cascale, delivered a welcome address, highlighting the scale of collaboration between industry, civil society, and policymakers that made the PEFCR possible. He also emphasized the importance of ensuring that the PEFCR continues to evolve, guided by robust data and aligned with meaningful environmental progress.

The event also featured a panel moderated by Cascale’s senior director for policy & public affairs, Elisabeth von Reitzenstein. Panelists from the European Commission, Policy Hub, and ECOS discussed the regulatory roadmap and how the PEFCR framework will help shape credible, science-based claims for products in the EU market, despite the recent uncertainties around the Green Claims Directives.

Cascale’s leadership in this process reflects its long-standing commitment to advancing environmental performance in the apparel and footwear sector. From convening global stakeholders to aligning industry tools, such as the Higg Index, with PEF standards, Cascale is proud to support a more transparent, data-driven approach to product sustainability.

To learn more about Cascale’s work on the PEFCR for Apparel & Footwear, click here.

Following the event, Cascale, in collaboration with Worldly, published a policy deep dive titled “One Market, Two Systems – What PEFCR and France’s Environmental Cost Mean for Apparel & Footwear.” This publication explores two emerging regulatory frameworks — the EU’s PEFCR and France’s Environmental Cost (Coût Environnemental) — both of which are poised to shape product-level environmental disclosures across Europe. The piece outlines key differences, implications, and what brands, manufacturers, and suppliers need to know to navigate these evolving requirements. Download the full publication here.

To achieve net-zero carbon by 2050, Saint-Gobain North America must reach key milestones by 2030. In our latest episode of Journey to 2030, see how Saint-Gobain is thinking outside the box to revolutionize construction and how that has taken us inside the factory. 

Looking at the materials that we’re using in our products so that we’re using the ones that have the greatest amount of positive impact is just one of the ways we’re Making The World A Better Home. Director of Compliance and Product Stewardship Annmarie Ott and her team makes it all happen.

About Journey to 2030

With approximately 37% of CO₂ emissions coming from the built environment, we have a responsibility as the leader of light and sustainable construction to move towards net-zero carbon by 2050. But before we can get there, Saint-Gobain has milestones we’re trying to achieve by 2030. 

Join us on our Journey to 2030 and watch the entire video series on YouTube.

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€46.6 billion in sales in 2024
More than 161,000 employees, locations in 80 countries
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Originally published on 3M News Center

3M and Discovery Education have announced the finalists for the 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge, spotlighting 10 students aged 11 to 14 who identified an everyday problem and offered a scientific solution. Their proposals span robotics, home improvement, automotive, safety, AR/VR, and climate technology.  

As the nation’s premier middle school science competition, the annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge invites students in grades 5-8 to compete for an exclusive mentorship with a 3M scientist, a $25,000 grand prize, and the title of “America’s Top Young Scientist.”  

An esteemed group of judges, including 3M scientists and leaders in education from across the country, evaluated entries based on creativity, scientific knowledge, and communication effectiveness.   

“For 18 years, the 3M Young Scientist Challenge has empowered middle school students to bring science to life,” said Torie Clarke, 3M’s executive vice president and chief public affairs officer. “This year, the nation’s brightest young minds have once again reimagined what’s possible. Congratulations to each of the top 10 finalists! I can’t wait to see how you make the world a better place.”  

The top 10 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge finalists are as follows (in alphabetical order by last name):  

• Shrey Arora, Collierville, TN, West Collierville Middle School, Collierville Schools 
• Divyam Desai, Frisco, TX, Hunt Middle School, Frisco Independent School District (FISD) 
• Kiyara Gunawardena, Temecula, CA, Abby Reinke Elementary School, Temecula Valley Unified School District 
• Isha Marla, Portland, OR, Tumwater Middle School, Beaverton School District 
• Reanna Bhuyan Patel, Princeton, NJ, Princeton Day School, Private School 
• Sheyna Patel, Longwood, FL, Orlando Science Middle/High Charter, Orange County Public Schools 
• Anirudh Rao, Lone Tree, CO, STEM School Highlands Ranch, Douglas County School District 
• Aniket Sarkar, Sarasota, FL, Pine View School, Sarasota County Schools 
• Amaira Srivastava, Gilbert, AZ, Arizona College Prep Middle School, Chandler Unified School District 
• Kevin Tang, Hacienda Heights, CA, Cedarlane Academy, Hacienda La Puente Unified School District  

Each of the 10 finalists will participate in an exclusive summer mentorship program with a 3M scientist. These mentors will provide guidance and advice to help advance their finalist’s solution. Each finalist will travel to the 3M Innovation Center in St. Paul, Minnesota, for the final interactive competition Oct. 13-14.   

At 3M, each finalist will participate in a series of challenges, including a presentation of their completed innovation, and be scored independently by a panel of judges.  

Previous challenge finalists and 3M scientists have collaborated to create solutions for a wide variety of real-world problems, including cybersecurity, coral reef health, water conservation, food waste, alternative energy sources, energy consumption, air pollution, and transportation efficiency.   

The 2024 winner – 14-year-old Sirish Subash from Snellville, Georgia – created PestiSCAND, a handheld device designed to detect pesticide residues on produce using a non-destructive method. The innovation employs spectrophotometry, which involves measuring how light of various wavelengths is reflected off the surface of fruits and vegetables. A machine-learning model then analyzes this data to determine the presence of pesticides.  

Now in its eighteenth year, the 3M Young Scientist Challenge continues to inspire and challenge middle school students to think creatively and apply the power of STEM to discover real-world solutions. Former America’s Top Young Scientists have given TED Talks, filed patents, founded nonprofits, made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and exhibited at the White House Science Fair. These young innovators have also been named TIME Magazine’s Kid of the Year; featured in The New York Times Magazine, Forbes, and Business Insider; and appeared on national television programs such as Good Morning America, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and more. In addition, a 3M Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network was formed in fall 2022 and includes more than 100 former challenge winners, finalists, and mentors, who take part in networking opportunities and more. 

In addition to the 10 finalists, 3M also recently announced the 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge 32 state merit winners and four honorable mention recipients.  

DP World is strategically expanding its logistics footprint in Mexico, as highlighted in a recent FreightWaves article, “DP World sees big logistics opportunities across Latin America”. In the article, Terry Donohoe, DP World’s Senior Vice President of Freight Forwarding – Americas, emphasized how Mexico aligns with the company’s vision to enhance supply chain resilience across the Americas.

In June 2025, DP World inaugurated a new freight forwarding office in Mexico City, marking a significant milestone in its North American growth strategy. This central hub, supported by satellite offices in Guadalajara and Monterrey, will provide integrated logistics solutions across North and Central America.

“As more companies relocate manufacturing closer to North American end markets, Mexico has emerged as a vital logistics hub, particularly for industries like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods,” Donohoe explained.

He further highlighted Mexico’s pivotal role in facilitating cross-border trade between key consumer markets. “We’re seeing strong and sustained demand from shippers for logistics services between Mexico and the U.S. — in both directions,” Donohoe told FreightWaves. “Cross-border freight volumes hit record highs in early 2025, with Mexico exports to the U.S. fueling a significant portion of that growth.”

This strategic expansion is part of DP World’s broader global freight forwarding initiative, which has included opening over 180 offices since 2023, including 35 across the Americas. DP World’s growing logistics network now spans strategic locations throughout Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Suriname, with continued growth anticipated through 2025 and beyond.

DP World’s commitment to integrating itself within Mexico’s logistics ecosystem is evident through its recent membership in the Northeast Chapter of the American Chamber of Commerce in Monterrey, and its pursuit of AMACARGA registration and IATA licensing to enhance air freight capabilities.

By investing in Mexico’s logistics infrastructure, DP World is poised to facilitate more resilient and connected trade flows across the continent, strengthening its position as a key player in the evolving global trade landscape.

Explore more insights in the original article here.

AMSTERDAM and HONG KONG and OAKLAND, Calif., July 10, 2025 /3BL/ – Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance advancing collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry, and Worldly, the leading sustainability data and analytics platform for the consumer goods industry, today released a new policy deep dive: One Market, Two Systems – What PEFCR and France’s Environmental Cost Mean for Apparel & Footwear.

This publication explores two emerging regulatory frameworks: the EU Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCR) for apparel and footwear, and France’s Environmental Cost (Coût Environnemental). Both are poised to shape product-level environmental disclosures across Europe, with far-reaching implications for brands, manufacturers, and suppliers seeking to align with growing sustainability expectations and compliance requirements.

“Product-level disclosure is fast becoming a business imperative,” said Elisabeth von Reitzenstein, senior director of policy and public affairs at Cascale. “As Coordinator of the PEFCR Technical Secretariat since 2019, Cascale has helped shape a methodology grounded in industry realities and scientific evidence, and this deep dive brings much-needed clarity to help members anticipate regulatory change, understand new data requirements, and prepare for credible, data-driven claims.”

JR Siegel, vice president of sustainability, Worldly, added, “Primary data provides businesses the clearest view of their supply chain impacts and helps them prepare for regulations like PEFCR and France’s Environmental Cost. Together with Cascale, Worldly is committed to helping companies understand, disclose, and reduce the environmental impacts associated with their products.”

The deep dive explains how both frameworks build on life cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies — and where they diverge in scope and intent. While the PEFCR is positioned to support EU-wide initiatives such as the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and Green Claims Directive, France’s national framework introduces additional product- and brand-level considerations aimed at addressing overproduction and fast fashion.

The publication also outlines the strategic implications of dual frameworks, offering recommendations on how companies can prepare by leveraging existing tools and aligning global supply chain systems. Practical recommendations include:

• How to assess product and supply chain data readiness
• How tools like the Higg Index and Worldly’s Product Impact Calculator support alignment with both frameworks
• How to reduce future disruption by preparing now for product-level environmental disclosures

This release marks the latest in a series of joint policy deep dives from Cascale and Worldly, following previous reports on the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D), IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, and key trends in corporate supply chain responsibility for APAC. It reflects the two organizations’ shared commitment to enabling credible, aligned, and scalable solutions across the consumer goods value chain and keeping members updated on regulatory developments.

Download the Full Report Today

Get expert analysis, regulatory comparisons, and actionable recommendations to prepare your business for product-level environmental disclosure in the EU and French markets.

ABOUT CASCALE

Cascale is the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. Formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Cascale owns and develops the Higg Index, which is exclusively available on Worldly, the most comprehensive sustainability data and insights platform. Cascale unites over 300 retailers, brands, manufacturers, governments, academics, and NGO/nonprofit affiliates around the globe through one singular vision: To catalyze impact at scale and give back more than we take to the planet and its people. LinkedIn | X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

ABOUT WORLDLY

Worldly is the leading sustainability data and analytics platform for the consumer goods industry, empowering brands, retailers, and suppliers to turn primary data into strategic business action. Trusted by a network of over 40,000 global customers across apparel, footwear, home furnishings, outdoor sporting goods, and more, Worldly provides deep visibility into environmental and social impact—from carbon and water to chemicals and labor—at the product, facility, and value chain level.

Built on industry-leading standards including Cascale’s Higg Index tools, exclusively available on Worldly, and connected with partners like ZDHC and Bluesign, Worldly transforms raw data into actionable intelligence that helps companies reduce risk, boost operational efficiency, meet evolving compliance and regulatory requirements, and accelerate measurable impact. With the largest global network of engaged manufacturers and the most comprehensive library of materials and product impact data, Worldly enables businesses to lead with transparency, resilience, and accountability.
www.worldly.io

On June 4, 2025, more than a dozen KeyBank teammates in Cleveland brought their paint brushes, rakes and brooms to the Spanish American Committee in Cleveland to volunteer for Neighbors Make The Difference Day. Since 1966, the Spanish American Committee (SAC) has been dedicated to serving as the gateway to socioeconomic success for the Spanish/Hispanic community of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, and Northeast Ohio. The SAC has been creating opportunities that lead low-income individuals and families to self-sufficiency for over 55 years, making it the longest-operating Hispanic/Latino social services agency in the state of Ohio. It provides opportunities through five core programs that offer clients family support and bilingual childcare services, financial literacy education and training, housing education and guidance, employment training and services, and adult education opportunities such as English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes. It currently serves over 5,500 individuals and families each year.

• Watch a video of KeyBank’s Neighbors Make The Difference Day efforts at the Spanish American Committee here: https://youtu.be/JOQDt4Ou9k4

Every year, thousands of KeyBank teammates in its hometown of Cleveland and across the country contribute their time and talents to local nonprofit organizations to give back to their local communities. In 2025, Neighbors Make The Difference Day coincided with KeyBank’s year-long Bicentennial which celebrates the bank’s two centuries of service and enduring commitment to clients, teammates, and communities. 

Neighbors Make The Difference Day launched in 1991, with a group of KeyBank employees in Alaska who volunteered for service projects. By 1993, KeyBank extended the concept to many of the communities it served, making it an official day of employee volunteerism. Now, Neighbors Make the Difference Day is a hallmark program and leading corporate volunteerism effort in America.

BALTIMORE, July 10, 2025 /3BL/ – The T. Rowe Price Foundation, in partnership with Ignite Capital, has announced the Baltimore-based social entrepreneurs selected for Moonshot, an initiative designed to connect the T. Rowe Price community with local entrepreneurs focused on Baltimore’s economic growth and social impact.

The program provides each entrepreneur with a financial award, a series of individualized and group growth-focused capacity-building sessions, and the opportunity to engage with T. Rowe Price associates and partners. The initiative continues to demonstrate T. Rowe Price’s long-term support of business sustainability and community investment.

“Moonshot is another way that the T. Rowe Price Foundation supports bold, community-minded organizations that are building lasting solutions. We are proud to contribute to their growth as they foster innovation and sustainability in Baltimore and beyond,” said Raymone Jackson, president of the T. Rowe Price Foundation.

“We’re honored to collaborate with T. Rowe Price on their Moonshot initiative to support social entrepreneurs as they scale, attract investment and drive community-led change,” said Jay Nwachu, president and CEO of Innovation Works and Ignite Capital. “These leaders are building enterprises that center on equity, resilience, and community, and we’re committed to helping them grow their impact.”

THE 2025 MOONSHOT PARTICIPANTS INCLUDE:

• Trevor Pryce, founder of OVFX — A former NFL player turned media entrepreneur, Pryce operates a live-action animation and media studio in East Baltimore. His studio holds rights to original film, television and gaming IP, and has produced multiple Netflix series.
• Sid Sharma, cofounder of Wild Bay — Sharma leads a fast-growing beverage company with expanding distribution capabilities that focuses on sustainability and health. Wild Bay Kombucha donates 1% of sales to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and offers beverages in eco-friendly packaging.
• Nnadagi Isa, cofounder of Lor Tush — Lor Tush is redefining sustainable luxury with plant-based personal care products for the hospitality industry. Their eco-friendly essentials offer high-end hotels and resorts a blend of comfort and environmental responsibility.
• Nicole Foster, founder and CEO of Sommos — Sommos is an artificial intelligence-powered storytelling platform that helps families preserve and share memories. Foster is a public health and legal expert.
• Crystal I. Berger, founder of EBO — Berger, a former senior producer at FOX News, has launched two AI platforms that streamline media operations and vet talent using data analytics. Recognized by Forbes and Technical.ly, the Baltimore native is a leader in media innovation.

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ABOUT T. ROWE PRICE

T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ-GS: TROW) is a leading global asset management firm, entrusted with managing $1.62 trillion in client assets as of May 31, 2025, about two-thirds of which are retirement-related. Renowned for over 85 years of investment excellence, retirement leadership, and independent proprietary research, the firm leverages its longstanding expertise to ask better questions that can drive better investment decisions. Built on a culture of integrity and prioritizing client interests, T. Rowe Price empowers millions of investors worldwide to thrive amidst evolving markets.

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